Shelly L. Baker
Seale,AL
Summary
Elementary Education teacher. Interested in teaching college in the School of Education. Served as an intervention teacher for twenty years. Served as the Building Test Administrator. Served in a Stem School as an ELA and Social Studies teacher. Created district wide initiative classroom management plan.
Professional Teacher focused on maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled lecturer, discussion facilitator and hands-on leader focused on student success. Excels at meeting and exceeding district standards.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Phenix City Intermediate
05.2021 - Current
- 6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
- 6th Grade ELA Teacher
- Selected and requested appropriate books and instructional materials to optimize social studies classes.
- Guided learning process toward achievement of social studies curriculum goals and established clear objectives for lessons, assignments and projects.
- Planned and implemented integrated Social Studies lessons to meet Common Core Curriculum Standards.
- Planned and implemented program of study to meet individual needs, interests and abilities of students.
- Cultivated and maintained open lines of communication with students and parents concerning students' academic, social and behavioral progress.
- Consulted with teachers in other disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies.
Reading Interventionist
Mt. Olive Intermediate
01.2019 - 05.2021
- Reading Interventionist 3rd-5th
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Developed interventions for students currently struggling or at risk of falling behind.
- Enhanced knowledge by attending training and adopting new technologies.
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain best intervention methods.
- Assessed and reported on each student's reading progress in accordance with policies developed by school district.
- Assessed and documented student progress with established goals.
4th grade ELA, math, science, social studies, and RTI Tier III
Cascade Elementary
05.2013 - 11.2019
- 4th grade ELA, math, science, social studies, and RTI Tier III
- 3rd grade ELA, math, science, social studies, and RTI Tier III
- 2nd grade math, science, reading, and social studies.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
6th grade science
Middle School Teacher
05.2012 - 05.2013
- 6th grade science
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Identified pupil needs and cooperated with other professional staff members in assessing and helping students resolve health, attitude and learning problems.
- Developed learning activities and deployed differentiated science instruction to address various types of learners.
- Used technology regularly in daily lessons and encouraged use by students to enhance learning experience and keep up with current trends.
- Maintained discipline and order in classroom to enable productive instruction and counseled students and parents on learning and discipline problems.
Kindergarten, First Grade, and Forth Grade Teacher
Elementary Teacher
05.2007 - 05.2012
- Kindergarten
- 1st grade
- 4th grade ELA
- Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Logistic (National Guard)
United States Army National Guard
07.2002 - 07.2009
- Handled inventory and transportation
- Checked identification of persons entering and exiting facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
Logistic
United States Army
01.2007 - 01.2009
- Served in a logistic unit.
Logistics (Reservist)
United States Navy
07.2002 - 07.2007
- Handle inventory, load and unload ships. Serve as an administrative assistant and I assist the leading Officer with evaluation for sailors. Certified in CPR, cargo handling, air cargo, field messing, and medical support
- Delivered services to customer locations within specific timeframes.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Kindergarten
Elementary Teacher
12.2006 - 05.2007
- Kindergarten
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
Education
MAT - Master’s in the Art of Teaching
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ10-2008
B.S.Ed Elementary Education - undefined
Athens State University
Athens, AL12.2006
Associate of Science - General Studies
Calhoun Community College
Decatur, AL05-2006
Skills
- Cultural awareness
- Adaptive learning
- Teaching strategies
- Collaborative
- Multicultural education
- Differentiated instruction
- Faculty collaboration
- Verbal and written communication
- Analytical skills
- Technology implementation
- Video conferencing
Timeline
6th Grade Social Studies Teacher
Phenix City Intermediate
05.2021 - Current
Reading Interventionist
Mt. Olive Intermediate
01.2019 - 05.2021
4th grade ELA, math, science, social studies, and RTI Tier III
Cascade Elementary
05.2013 - 11.2019
6th grade science
Middle School Teacher
05.2012 - 05.2013
Kindergarten, First Grade, and Forth Grade Teacher
Elementary Teacher
05.2007 - 05.2012
Logistic
United States Army
01.2007 - 01.2009
Kindergarten
Elementary Teacher
12.2006 - 05.2007
Logistic (National Guard)
United States Army National Guard
07.2002 - 07.2009
Logistics (Reservist)
United States Navy
07.2002 - 07.2007
B.S.Ed Elementary Education - undefined
Athens State University
MAT - Master’s in the Art of Teaching
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Science - General Studies
Calhoun Community College
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