Shelley Grant-Robinson
Ogdensburg,NY
Summary
Optimistic, personable and resourceful educator with 33 years experience teaching and creating an atmosphere that motivates, supports and celebrates learners and families. Aptitude to remain calm, be flexible and 'think on your feet' while managing a multitude of personalities, fulfilling mandates, and cultivating relationships both in and out of the workplace. Recently retired yet still wanting to help people find value in themselves, remain curious and love learning.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary Teacher
Lisbon Central School
09.1990 - 06.2022
- Developed relationships with students and families, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect while maintaining confidentiality.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop cross-curricular units that included hands-on learning and computer-supplemented instruction.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, sharing best practices and offering guidance on maintaining a positive and effective classroom while adhering to educational mandates.
- Implemented project-based learning activities that encouraged creativity, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students.
- Evaluated students, collected and interpreted data, maintained records and planned learning actives based on data and student interests.
- Created inclusive learning environments, fostering positive atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
Sponsor Teacher for Teacher-Candidates
SUNY Potsdam
10.2004 - 05.2019
- Proactive leader fostering communication and collaboration between SUNY, teacher-candidates and Lisbon Central School
- Supervised, supported and evaluated SUNY candidates while giving focused feedback for performance improvements insuring district and NY State standards were maintained.
Clerk
Kinney Drugs Store
04.1983 - 07.1990
- Assisted customers.
- Operated cash register.
- Sold cameras and watches.
- Repaired watch bands and batteries.
Education
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York - Potsdam
Potsdam, NY08.1992
Bachelor of Arts - Education
State University of New York - Potsdam
Potsdam, NY05.1989
Skills
- Positivity and Friendliness
- Patience
- Professional and Personable
- Records Management, Confidentiality
- Multitasking
- Detail-oriented
- Adaptability
- Public Speaking
- Attentiveness
- Relationship Building
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Sponsor Teacher for Teacher-Candidates
SUNY Potsdam
10.2004 - 05.2019
Elementary Teacher
Lisbon Central School
09.1990 - 06.2022
Clerk
Kinney Drugs Store
04.1983 - 07.1990
Master of Science - Education
State University of New York - Potsdam
Bachelor of Arts - Education
State University of New York - Potsdam
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