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Shelley Stewart

York,PA

Summary

Dedicated Teacher offering 17 years of experience in education. Resourceful and passionate educator with adaptable and approachable style. Expertise includes building relationships and fostering independence with students. Committed to supporting and fostering the love of reading for students. Successful in collaborating with colleagues and community members to develop programs and curriculum that engages and motivates youth.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

6th Grade Teacher

Central York School District
09.2014 - Current
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Worked with special education teachers, guidance counselors and administrators on behavioral and emotional issues to support needs of students.
  • Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity.
  • Cultivated relationships with parents for complete support network.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Led the Junior Achievement Biztown curriculum and organized the facilitation of the program for North Hills Elementary.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Central York School District
09.2013 - 06.2014
  • Took over class for regular classroom teacher, managing assignments, student needs, lesson planning and recordkeeping.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Communicated with parents regarding lesson plans and upcoming activities and provided feedback on student performance.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop innovative approaches to teaching.

Assistant to the Director of Christian Education

Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese
08.2008 - 08.2013
  • Partnered with educators to develop curriculum and resources for the Christian Education department.
  • Maintained the Orthodox Christian Parenting social media page with resources for parents.
  • Organized and redrafted the Arts Festival criteria and rubrics used for scoring purposes.
  • Planned and organized the Christian Education training weekend held at Antiochian Village Conference Center in Bolivar, PA.


3rd Grade Teacher

Central York School District
08.2006 - 06.2007
  • Prepared materials for lessons, assignments, and assessments, and evaluated, corrected and graded student performance to identify gaps in skills or knowledge and set realistic goals.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to determine strengths, weaknesses, and learning patterns.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.

3rd Grade Teacher

Lincoln County Schools
07.2000 - 05.2006
  • Co-taught with the special education teacher to provide a balanced literacy approach to Language Arts instruction.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Promoted exploration of building blocks of learning by leading diverse, hands-on activities.
  • Collaborated with colleagues weekly to develop lesson plans and activities to meet the needs of all students.
  • Led the after-school tutoring program that coordinated community volunteers.

Education

Master of Science - Classroom Technology

Wilkes University
Wilkes-barre, PA
01.2019

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA
05.2000

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Professional Development
  • Hands-On Learning
  • Curriculum Development
  • Team Collaboration
  • Character Education
  • Group Leadership
  • Problem-Solving Skills
  • Organizational Abilities
  • Storytelling
  • Musical Theatre Acting Experience
  • Singing

Timeline

6th Grade Teacher

Central York School District
09.2014 - Current

Long-Term Substitute Teacher

Central York School District
09.2013 - 06.2014

Assistant to the Director of Christian Education

Antiochian Orthodox Christian Archdiocese
08.2008 - 08.2013

3rd Grade Teacher

Central York School District
08.2006 - 06.2007

3rd Grade Teacher

Lincoln County Schools
07.2000 - 05.2006

Master of Science - Classroom Technology

Wilkes University

Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Shelley Stewart