Shelly Montbriand Pomonis
Bloomington,MN
Summary
Education professional with 25+ years successful experience maximizing student learning potential through diverse instructional strategies and classroom management techniques. Skilled hands-on leader focused on student wellbeing and academic progress.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Spanish Language Teacher
The Blake School
Hopkins, Minnesota
08.2006 - 11.2021
- Created and conducted Spanish placement exams to determine fluency and comprehension of incoming students.
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English both individually and collaboratively.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in language education.
- Completed enhanced performance reviews and participated in professional develop opportunities.
- Organized and implemented annual long weekend trips to Concordia Language Villages
- Collaborated with Spanish teachers both at the Pre-K-5 and high school levels to ensure articulation across the grades
Spanish Language Teacher
Robbinsdale Public Schools
Robbinsdale, Minnesota
09.2004 - 05.2006
- Taught beginning level Spanish classes PT in a blocked schedule to students at Robbinsdale Armstrong High School
- Taught advanced level Spanish classes as a LT sub at Perpich Center for Arts Education
Bilingual Preschool Teacher
Maple Stream Road Preschool
East Windsor, New Jersey
01.2002 - 06.2003
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Monitored students' academic, social, and emotional progress
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
Spanish Language Teacher
Edina Public Schools
Edina, Minnesota
08.1996 - 06.2001
- Created and implemented a FLES (Foreign Language in the Elementary Schools) curriculum on a 10K budget
- Taught grades 1-5 as a Spanish specialist
- Articulated curriculum bridging the elementary Spanish program to the middle school program
- Planned and participated in long weekend immersion experiences at Concordia Language VillaGes
Spanish Language Teacher
Westonka Public Schools
Moud, Minnesota
08.1993 - 06.1996
- Developed and wrote curricula in both Spanish and English, often sharing curriculum with other teachers.
- Taught levels 1-4 of high school Spanish
- Completed performance reviews and remained up-to-date on required certifications and continuing education credits.
- Planned and implemented Spring break trips for the Spanish Club
- Coached varsity soccer and track
Education
Master of Education - Second Languages And Cultures
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MN03.1998
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish 7-12 And Elementary Education
College of St. Benedict
St. Joseph, MN05.1992
Skills
- Strong interpersonal skills resulting in exceptional rapport with colleagues, parents and students
- Well-versed educator with experience in developing programs and curriculum
- Creating and Implementing an Advisory Program
- Developing Integrated Performance Assessments
- Team Collaboration
- Canvas Learning Management System
Certification
- Certified Zumba Instructor (2019-present)
- CPR
Activities, Interests and Hobbies
Spending time with family and friends; listening to podcasts, reading, fitness, being active outdoord, traveling, attending live music venues, volunteering at church
Timeline
Spanish Language Teacher
The Blake School
08.2006 - 11.2021
Spanish Language Teacher
Robbinsdale Public Schools
09.2004 - 05.2006
Bilingual Preschool Teacher
Maple Stream Road Preschool
01.2002 - 06.2003
Spanish Language Teacher
Edina Public Schools
08.1996 - 06.2001
Spanish Language Teacher
Westonka Public Schools
08.1993 - 06.1996
Master of Education - Second Languages And Cultures
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts - Spanish 7-12 And Elementary Education
College of St. Benedict
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