Shona Terpay
Ann Arbor,MI
Summary
Dedicated and creative Educator who conveys the value of education through experiences with an overall approach taken to building strong social, emotional, physical and mental well being. Creative professional with extensive project experience from concept to development.
Dedicated educators of young minds provides students with safe and nurturing learning environment. Possesses excellent communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
4th and 5th Grade Multi-age Montessori Educator
Jackson Public Schools District
08.2023 - Current
- Developed and implemented individualized learning plans, group lesson plans and classroom activities consistent with instructional guidelines.
- Assessed students in accordance with school guidelines, examined assessment data and refined learning plans to differentiate instruction for each student.
- Conducted conferences to establish and maintain consistent and clear communication with parents.
- Supported and guided staff in classroom to achieve desired goals set forth for children.
- Guided children to resolve disagreements and documented issues, incidents and behavior problems for appropriate follow-up.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Established inspiring classroom setting with systems and procedures that managed student behavior, movement and learning.
- Coordinated with other teachers to develop lesson plans focused on intellectual, emotional, and social development.
- Prepared classroom and materials according to montessori pedagogy and needs of children.
- Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
- Increased student satisfaction by frequently communicating with students about needs and adapting lessons to interests and classroom progress.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
Art Teacher
Art's For All
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Documented student work in order to exhibit and celebrate learning process of each child.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Taught classes on painting, collage, and color theory.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Collaborated with community arts organizations to bring real-world experiences into classrooms and provide students with opportunities for learning and growth.
- Adapted instruction to meet individual student needs to differentiate instruction to meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
Teacher
Lincoln Consolidated School District
08.2001 - 08.2023
- Used collaborative approach teaching vide variety of learners
- Choreographed multiple ages for dance and theatre productions
- Taught sculpture and drawing
- Used student's ideas to form and create learning environment, building community within our classroom
- Encouraged students to explore issues in their lives and in the world around them
- Employed a broad range of instructional techniques to retain student interest and maximize learning
- Developed interesting course plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of students
- Earned positive verbal/written feedback from parents regarding classroom instruction and student learning success
- Taught students to exercise problem solving methodology
- Developed and implemented interesting and interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials
- Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions
- Established clear objectives for all lessons, units and projects
- Taught students in various stages of cognitive, linguistic, social and emotional development
- Collaborated with other staff members to plan and schedule lessons promoting learning and student engagement
- Implemented a variety of teaching methods such as lectures, discussions and demonstrations
- Applied progressive teaching principles.
Early Childhood Educator
Little Tigers Child Care Center
08.1994 - 03.1996
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Implemented developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for children, creating positive, and safe classroom environments.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
Early Childhood Educator
Ingham Medical Center
06.1991 - 06.1994
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Coached, supervised and mentored education staff, imparting classroom knowledge to build strong skill sets.
- Supervised student teachers to provide objective feedback.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Guided students to develop social, emotional and physical skills.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
Education
Reading Masters - Education
Eastern Michigan University
Ypsilanti, MIBachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center
Ypsilanti, MIAssociate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lansing Community College
Lansing, MI04.1992
Skills
- 27 Years Teaching Experience
- Seeks Collaborative Working Environment
- Thrives in Multi-Age setting
- Student Teaching and Pre-Student Teaching University Supervisor
- Well Rounded Educator
- Strong creative vision
- High Emotional Intelligence
- Eastern Michigan Collaborator between Eastern Michigan University and Public Schools
- Choreographer
- Photographer
- Dance Teacher in Urban and Rural Settings
- Differentiated instruction specialist
- Montessori Method
- Knowledge of Multicultural Education
- Individual Instruction
- Outdoor Play Activities
- Hands-On Lessons
- Great Observation Abilities
- Skill Development
- Small Group Instruction
- Daily Life Skills
- Classroom Management Skills
- Teaching
- Alternative Education Programs
- Communication Management
- Active Learning Methods
- Community Service
- Patient
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Educational Materials Development
- Classroom Organization
- Curriculum Design
- Individual Student Instruction
- Relationship Building
- Multimedia Educational Software
- Interactive Teaching
- Child Development Associate Certification
- Communicating With Parents and Teachers
- Classroom Management Techniques
- Early Childhood Education
- Student Performance Evaluations
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Instructional Exhibits and Displays
- Creative Thinking
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Activity Planning
- Differentiated Instruction
- Teaching Method Adaptations
- Curriculum Implementation
- Student Data Management
- Progress Monitoring
- Student Engagement and Development
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Computer Proficiency
- Supervising Classroom Activities
- Decision-Making
- Early Childhood Development
- Conflict Resolution
- District Standards
- Behavior Modification Techniques
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Child Development
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Student Needs Assessments
- Experience With Diverse Student Populations
Activities
- Educational coordinator and communicator for Eastern Michigan University
- University of Eastern Michigan student teaching supervisor
- Eastern Michigan Pre-Student teacher supervisor
- Montessori Educator
- Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild Dance Choreographer
- Ann Arbor Young Actors Guild Acting Ballet Dancer
- Abstract Artist specializing in acrylic on canvas
- Art educator of all ages with differing abilities
- High-Scope Educator
- Modern Dancer
- Photographer
- Substitute Pilates Teacher
- Kayaker
- Therapy Dog Handler with trained Therapy Dog
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of five staff members.
- Supervised, instructed, modeled and lead university student teachers
- Collaborated with team of 7 in the development of outdoor education program for upper elementary students.
- Created an ideal Montessori learning environment based on Maria Montessori's practices.
Certification
Early Childhood Education ZA endorsement
Extensive training in Diversity, Equity, inclusion and Social Justice
Social Justice advocate
Equity Advocate
Justice Leaders through the WISD
CPR
DEI
CPI
Montessori
Additional Information
While working as an art teacher over the summer of 2023 I taught and implemented art curriculum for people of all ages with differing abilities.
I worked with the GRASP program for early childhood development.
I am an abstract artist and I bring that creativity into the classroom.
Timeline
4th and 5th Grade Multi-age Montessori Educator
Jackson Public Schools District
08.2023 - Current
Art Teacher
Art's For All
06.2023 - 08.2023
Teacher
Lincoln Consolidated School District
08.2001 - 08.2023
Early Childhood Educator
Little Tigers Child Care Center
08.1994 - 03.1996
Early Childhood Educator
Ingham Medical Center
06.1991 - 06.1994
Reading Masters - Education
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science - Education
Eastern Michigan University Convocation Center
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Education
Lansing Community College
Early Childhood Education ZA endorsement
Extensive training in Diversity, Equity, inclusion and Social Justice
Social Justice advocate
Equity Advocate
Justice Leaders through the WISD
CPR
DEI
CPI
Montessori
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