Shelly Slater
Minot
Summary
Passionate reading teacher who loves helping students engage with meaningful and creative instruction. Experienced in designing lessons that build comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking while supporting diverse learners. Known for creating a positive classroom environment where students feel motivated, confident, and excited to participate in their learning.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th & 6th Reading Teacher
Velva Public School
Velva
08.2019 - Current
- Teach 5th and 6th grade reading in a departmentalized model, delivering standards-aligned literacy instruction focused on comprehension, vocabulary, and critical thinking.
- Instruct 5th grade U.S. History, using discussion, primary sources, and project-based learning to build historical understanding and engagement.
- Differentiate instruction to support diverse learners, including students with IEPs, 504 plans, and varying reading levels.
- Use assessment data and progress monitoring to guide instruction and provide targeted support for struggling readers.
- Implement and monitor student progress through Accelerated Reader, encouraging independent reading and tracking comprehension and reading growth.
- Facilitate small-group literacy instruction and intervention groups to strengthen reading fluency, comprehension, and vocabulary development.
- Maintain consistent communication with families regarding student progress, reading goals, and classroom expectations.
- Participate in ongoing professional development focused on literacy instruction, engagement strategies, and data-driven teaching practices.
- Chair, Reading Committee – Lead collaboration among staff to strengthen school-wide literacy practices and support reading initiatives.
- MTSS Leadership Team Member – Collaborate with staff to analyze student data, develop intervention plans, and monitor student progress within the Multi-Tiered System of Supports.
- Cognia Committee Member – Contribute to accreditation processes, school improvement planning, and analysis of school-wide performance data.
- Sunshine Committee Member – Organize staff appreciation and morale-building initiatives that support a positive school culture.
Teacher
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
Rio Rancho
12.2015 - 05.2018
- Develop and deliver weekly standards-aligned lesson plans across all core subject areas.
- Design and implement whole-group and small-group instruction using differentiated strategies to meet diverse learning needs and maximize student growth.
- Differentiate instruction and provide targeted support for students with IEPs, 504 plans, and diverse academic needs through small-group instruction and individualized strategies.
- Utilized assessment data and progress monitoring to tailor instruction and support individual student academic growth.
- Managed structured learning centers to enhance collaboration, foster independent learning, and reinforce skills.
- Established classroom expectations, routines, and behavior systems to cultivate a positive and well-managed learning environment.
- Maintain consistent communication with families regarding academic progress and behavior through conferences, updates, and messaging platforms.
- Participate in ongoing professional development focused on instructional strategies, classroom management, assessment practices, and student engagement.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University
Las Vegas, NM07-2017
Skills
- Literacy instruction
- Curriculum development
- Differentiated instruction
- Assessment strategies
- Classroom management
- Student engagement
- Instructional technology
Certification
New York Childhood Education (Grades 1-6)
Timeline
5th & 6th Reading Teacher
Velva Public School
08.2019 - Current
Teacher
Colinas Del Norte Elementary School
12.2015 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
New Mexico Highlands University