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Shelley Marek

Shelley Marek

Seguin,Texas

Summary

Over the course of the past 22 years, working at St. James Catholic School has provided me with numerous valuable educational opportunities that have significantly contributed to my growth as an educator. Through these experiences, I have acquired a diverse set of skills including problem-solving, strategic planning, team collaboration, adaptability, project management, customer service, effective communication, organizational proficiency, and conflict resolution. As a dedicated classroom teacher, I honed my abilities to effectively cater to the individual needs of students and collaborate with parents to ensure their child's academic progress. Managing the school library and coordinating textbooks further enhanced my organizational skills and ability to juggle multiple responsibilities simultaneously. I took great pleasure in organizing school events like book fairs and leading initiatives such as the Accelerated Reader Millionaires Club. Additionally, collaborating with textbook publishers and assisting teachers in navigating new curriculum strengthened my expertise in curriculum implementation. My current role involves working closely with textbook companies, underscoring my understanding of the importance of up-to-date curriculum materials in educational settings. I possess strong communication skills cultivated through interactions with various stakeholders including students, parents, colleagues, publishers, and vendors. Proficiency in utilizing educational platforms such as the Destiny Follett System, Accelerated Reader Program, and Google Platform further enriches my qualifications. I believe that my diverse skill set and experience make me a strong candidate for the Regional Sales Director of South Texas. I am enthusiastic about the opportunity to be responsible for promoting the sales of McGraw Hill Software Products. Thank you for considering my application.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Online Literacy Tutor

HOOT Reading
08.2024 - Current
  • Held group and individual reading discussions to assess student reading levels.
  • Established a supportive learning environment, addressing individual student concerns and fostering positive attitudes toward literacy.
  • Conducted thorough assessments of student readiness levels, enabling accurate placement within appropriate instructional groups or programs.
  • Promoted a love for reading among students by introducing them to new books and authors based on their interests.
  • Expanded vocabulary knowledge for students using various techniques like word games, flashcards, and context clues.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
  • Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.

Personal Reading Tutor

Self Employed
08.2024 - Current
  • Maintained accurate records of tutoring sessions, tracking attendance, goals achieved, and areas requiring continued focus.
  • Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
  • Structured activities for interactive learning, reading understanding and fluency skills.
  • Improved students'' reading fluency through tailored lesson plans and engaging activities.
  • Worked with 1st-7th grade students on reading comprehension.
  • Utilized various teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles and preferences among students.
  • Monitored student progress closely, adjusting tutoring techniques as needed to maximize results.
  • Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.

Library Manager/ Classroom Teacher/Textbook Coordinator

St. James Catholic School
08.2002 - 05.2024
  • I have had a long and fulfilling career at St. James Catholic School, spanning 22 years. This July, I will be transitioning into retirement.
  • During my time at St. James, I have held various roles and responsibilities. I have taught Kindergarten, 1st Grade, and 2nd Grade. Additionally, I have served as the Religion Coordinator and Dyslexia Interventionist for the school. In recent years, I have taken on the roles of Library Manager, Textbook Coordinator, and overseen our school's Social Media page.
  • As the Library Manager, my responsibilities have included ordering and processing new library book inventory, managing the daily check-in and check-out process, conducting year-end inventory, organizing and overseeing the school bookfair, collecting teacher textbook inventory, liaising with publishers to place orders, setting up online subscriptions, and other duties essential for the smooth operation of the library and school resources.

Education

Bachelor's Degree - Interdisciplinary Studies in Education

Southwest Texas State University
05.2002

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Blinn Junior College
05.2000

Skills

  • Student engagement
  • Collaborative learning
  • Literacy development
  • Encouraging and motivating students
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Phonics master

Awards

Teacher of the Year May 2015 Archdiocese of San Antonio, Best of the Best - Best Teacher Finalist March 2023 Seguin Gazette, Best of the Best - Best Teacher Runner-Up March 2021 Seguin Gazette

Certification

  • Dyslexia Intervention Program Training - 2015
  • 30-Hour Orton-Gillingham Basic Language Course - May 2025

Timeline

Online Literacy Tutor - HOOT Reading
08.2024 - Current
Personal Reading Tutor - Self Employed
08.2024 - Current
Library Manager/ Classroom Teacher/Textbook Coordinator - St. James Catholic School
08.2002 - 05.2024
Blinn Junior College - ,
Southwest Texas State University - Bachelor's Degree, Interdisciplinary Studies in Education

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