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Shelly Davenport

Fredericksburg,Virginia

Summary

Accomplished educator with a proven track record at Stafford County Public Schools, adept in Classroom Management and fostering Relationship building and management. Excelled in creating nurturing environments, significantly enhancing student engagement and academic growth. Known for adaptability and organizational abilities, consistently recognized for outstanding contributions to student success. Professional, prepared gymnastics coach with significant experience in guiding teams to achieve goals. Strong focus on team collaboration and delivering results. Adept in skill development, training techniques, and fostering positive environment. Reliable, flexible, and ready to adapt to changing needs.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
05.2024 - Current
  • Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistency in enforcing rules.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
  • Cultivated a positive classroom environment that fostered an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust, and open communication between teacher and students.
  • Supported the development of social skills among students by promoting group activities and cooperative learning opportunities.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
  • Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and determine priorities and resource needs.
  • Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
  • Enforced classroom rules to encourage positive behavior and distributed rewards for good conduct.
  • Maintained accurate and complete student records to prepare reports on children and activities.

Substitute Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.

Gymnastics Coach

Paragon Gymnastics
06.2019 - Current
  • Ensured safety of all participants through strict adherence to gym rules, equipment maintenance, and proper spotting techniques.
  • Developed lesson plans and routines for individual students to meet personal goals and abilities.
  • Coordinated with other instructors and coaches to determine student advancement and progress.
  • Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
  • Instructed individual and group classes to customize needs and emphasize proper technique and safety.
  • Cultivated a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mutual respect among athletes.
  • Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve technique and performance.
  • Developed strong relationships with families, maintaining open lines of communication regarding athlete development both in and out of the gym setting.
  • Tailored coaching style according to each athlete''s unique needs and learning preferences, ensuring optimal individual progress.
  • Collaborated with coaches, students, and administrators to run high-quality program.
  • Updated parents on their child''s progress through regular communication channels such as email updates or parent-teacher conferences.
  • Prepared athletes for competitions by conducting focused drills, mock meets, or other simulation exercises prior to the event date.
  • Offered constructive feedback to clients to help reach goals.
  • Monitored student progress closely, intervening proactively when necessary to ensure steady growth and achievement of learning goals.
  • Attended professional development workshops to stay current on best practices in special education teaching methodologies.
  • Assessed student performance regularly using various evaluation tools, adjusting instructional strategies as needed.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students struggling in specific areas, resulting in marked improvement in their understanding of the subject matter.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles within the classroom setting.
  • Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, fostering a comprehensive learning experience.
  • Partnered with standard education teachers from across academic departments.
  • Encouraged students to take ownership of learning by providing choices.
  • Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
  • Assisted struggling students to maintain progress levels by designing individualized lesson plans focused on areas for improvement.
  • Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • Worked with parents, teachers, and school leadership to develop tailored student education plans.
  • Prepared classrooms for class activities and provided variety of materials and resources for children to explore, manipulate and use throughout day.
  • Enforced classroom rules to encourage positive behavior and distributed rewards for good conduct.

Paraprofessional

Stafford County Public Schools
03.2021 - 05.2024
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
  • Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.

Long Term Sub Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
10.2023 - 01.2024
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
  • Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.

Preschool Director

Paragon Gymnastics
06.2019 - 07.2022
  • Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
  • Maintained compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspections preparation.
  • Collaborated with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
  • Created a safe learning environment through regular safety drills practice and adherence to established protocols during emergencies.
  • Implanted gymnastics safety policies with safe sport.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Ashworth College
Norcross, GA
03.2023 - 02.2025

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • Adaptable
  • Relationship building and management
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Behavior Management
  • Organizational abilities
  • Classroom Organization

Timeline

Elementary Special Education Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
05.2024 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
01.2024 - 05.2024

Long Term Sub Teacher

Stafford County Public Schools
10.2023 - 01.2024

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

Ashworth College
03.2023 - 02.2025

Paraprofessional

Stafford County Public Schools
03.2021 - 05.2024

Gymnastics Coach

Paragon Gymnastics
06.2019 - Current

Preschool Director

Paragon Gymnastics
06.2019 - 07.2022

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Work-life balance

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