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Shirley Mako O'Connell

Lewiston,ME

Summary

Dynamic Middle School Math Teacher with a proven track record at Auburn School Department, adept in creative lesson planning and multimedia use. Excelled in fostering mathematical proficiency and problem-solving skills, enhancing student engagement and achievement. Committed to quality education through innovative teaching strategies and continuous professional development.

Overview

37
37
years of professional experience

Work History

Middle School Math Teacher

Auburn School Department
08.1990 - 06.2022
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
  • Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
  • Reviewed latest standards to review teaching strategies for compliance with requirements.
  • Kept classroom organized, clean and safe for students and visitors.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
  • Mentored students on individual basis to help develop math skills.

5th Grade Math Teacher

Webster School Auburn School District
09.1985 - 06.1990
  • Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
  • Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
  • Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
  • Attended teacher conferences and workshops to stay abreast of new developments in math education.
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Taught lessons encompassing skill-building activities in speaking, writing, reading and listening.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Southern Maine
Portland, ME
05-1984

High School Diploma -

Lewiston High School
Lewiston, ME
06-1979

Skills

  • Quality education
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Multimedia use
  • Mathematical proficiency
  • Creative lesson planning
  • Mathematics lesson planning

Timeline

Middle School Math Teacher

Auburn School Department
08.1990 - 06.2022

5th Grade Math Teacher

Webster School Auburn School District
09.1985 - 06.1990

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of Southern Maine

High School Diploma -

Lewiston High School
Shirley Mako O'Connell