Shenell Beasley
Mesquite,TX
Summary
Experienced Instructional Specialist with a proven track record in Mesquite Independent School District, enhancing teacher, student engagement through innovative strategies and data-driven instruction. Skilled in curriculum alignment and staff training, I foster collaboration among educators, resulting in improved academic outcomes and a supportive learning environment for diverse learners.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Instructional Specialist
Mesquite Independent School District
Mesquite, TX
09.2019 - Current
- Trained educators on innovative classroom management techniques, enhancing student engagement.
- Led collaborative planning sessions with teams of teachers, promoting consistency across grade levels and subject areas.
- Assisted in development and adjustment of IEPs.
- Created resources to support differentiated instruction, enabling educators to better meet diverse learner needs.
- Implemented innovative teaching techniques to accommodate various learning styles and individual needs.
- Developed tailored learning strategies for diverse groups of students, resulting in improved academic outcomes.
- Utilized recorded data to implement actionable curriculum improvements.
- Collaborated with faculty to analyze student data, identifying areas for targeted intervention and support.
- Delivered targeted feedback to educators after classroom evaluations, fostering ongoing development.
- Evaluated instructional materials for quality and relevance, recommending changes as needed to improve student achievement.
- Mentored new educators by providing support during the initial phases of their teaching careers, fostering a sense of collaboration and professional growth.
- Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Teacher
Mesquite Independent School District
Mesquite, TX
08.2002 - 08.2019
- Maintained a collaborative learning atmosphere by fostering open dialogue among students, educators, and guardians.
- Established clear expectations to manage classroom conduct effectively.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Contributed to school climate enhancement by serving on committees for curriculum planning, evaluating teaching staff, and promoting community engagement.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Developed and executed formative and summative assessments to monitor student progress, adjusting teaching strategies accordingly.
Education
Master Of Science In Educational Administration - Education Administration
Texas A&M University
Commerce08.2011
Bachelors Of Education - Education/ Early Childhood
Texas A&M University
Commerce05.2002
Skills
- Classroom management
- Instructional leadership
- Instructional coaching
- Student engagement
- Curriculum alignment
- Teaching strategies
- Rubric development
- Staff training
- Data-driven instruction
- Student needs assessment
- Faculty support
- Faculty collaboration
Certification
Certified 1-8
Administration certification
Timeline
Instructional Specialist
Mesquite Independent School District
09.2019 - Current
Teacher
Mesquite Independent School District
08.2002 - 08.2019
Master Of Science In Educational Administration - Education Administration
Texas A&M University
Bachelors Of Education - Education/ Early Childhood
Texas A&M University