Shelly Craven
Thomasville,North Carolina
Summary
I have 34 years of teaching experience in the elementary field of teaching in grades 3,2,1 and presently in kindergarten. I am a certificated mentor for beginning teachers . I am a member of the Problem Solving Team at my school (PST). I have served on the School Improvement Team a number of years as Co- chair , Chair and grade level presentative. I am proud to hold Master's Degree in Elementary Education and be a 1990 graduate of High Point (College) University.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Davidson County School District
Lexington NC , NC
1990.08 - Current
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature, and handwriting.
- Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
- Collaborated in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Delegated tasks to teacher assistants and school volunteers.
- Collaborated with colleagues to create and use enhanced technology and smart boards.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor, and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Reported to parents and administration about student progress.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Developed and implemented individualized educational plans for special needs children.
- Built positive relationships with students and families for safe, trusted learning support.
- Recognized children's physical, emotional and social needs for personalized support.
- Promoted learning through play with engaging activities, games and lessons.
- Monitored and evaluated student progress through regular assessments and observations.
- Maintained stimulating learning environments through original, interactive classroom layouts and displays.
Education
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Gardner-Webb University
Boiling Springs, NC12.2013
Skills
- Student Counseling
- Anti-Bullying Techniques
- Early Childhood Development
- Instructional Strategies
- Constructive Feedback
- Teacher Training
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Children's Literature
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Student Records Management
- Instructional Techniques
- Positive Reinforcement Methods
- Social Skills
- Technology Integration
- Emotional Support
- Recreational Activities
- District Standards
- Positive Learning Environment
- Educational Games
- Parent Communication
- Behavior Management
- Classroom Instruction
- Common Core Learning Standards
- Pupil Supervision
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Appropriate Age Group Experience
- Administer Assessments
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Lesson Planning and Preparation
- No Child Left Behind Requirement
- Coordinating with Teachers and Specialists
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Parent-Teacher Conferences
- Classroom Discipline
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The way to get started is to quit talking and begin doing.
Walt Disney
Timeline
Kindergarten Classroom Teacher
Davidson County School District
1990.08 - Current
Master of Arts - Elementary Education
Gardner-Webb University
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