Shelly Connery
Everett,WA
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Everett School District, recognized for enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and positive reinforcement. Awarded "PTA Educator of the Year" for fostering collaborative teamwork and effective parent-teacher communication, while mentoring staff in innovative literacy strategies that significantly improved reading comprehension.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd and 5th Grade Teacher
Everett School District
08.2015 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse learning styles.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment promoting student collaboration and respect.
- Utilized student performance data to tailor instructional strategies effectively.
- Coordinated parent-teacher conferences to enhance family involvement in education.
- Mentored new teachers in curriculum delivery and classroom management techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to integrate technology into daily lessons seamlessly.
- Designed assessment tools measuring student progress and curriculum effectiveness.
- Served as a mentor for new teachers, providing guidance and support in developing effective teaching strategies and managing classroom dynamics.
- Improved reading comprehension skills by implementing targeted literacy strategies in the classroom.
Reading Specialist
Everett School District
08.2007 - 06.2015
- Developed and implemented targeted reading intervention programs for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with educators to assess student progress and adjust instructional strategies accordingly.
- Designed engaging literacy workshops for teachers, enhancing instructional techniques and student engagement.
- Mentored teaching staff in effective reading instruction methodologies, fostering a collaborative learning environment.
Education
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
New York University
New York (City), NY05-1997
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA03-1990
Skills
- Parent-teacher communication
- Cultural sensitivity
- Classroom management
- Collaborative teamwork
- Relationship building
- Positive reinforcement
- Student engagement
- Differentiated instruction
Accomplishments:
Awarded "PTA Educator of the Year", Penny Creek Elementary, 2018
Awarded "Educator of the Year - Staff Vote", Robert Frost Elementary, 2003
Timeline
3rd and 5th Grade Teacher
Everett School District
08.2015 - Current
Reading Specialist
Everett School District
08.2007 - 06.2015
Master of Arts - Teaching English To Speakers of Other Languages
New York University
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
Western Washington University
Leadership:
Natural Leader Multicultural Family Support Group Staff lead. Helped to foster a welcoming environment to our multicultural families while promoting cultural awareness with our staff and improved family relationships.
Building Team Leadership member: helped support and implement our school wide building academic student goals.