Hi, I’m
Shonda Hobbs
Educator
Stockbridge,GA
Success is not final; failure is not fatal: It is the courage to continue that counts.
Winston S. Churchill
Summary
Instrumental and creative instructional designer offering several years' experience in technology integration and curriculum planning for various professions. Specialist in delivering assessment of information and design to develop value-added learning programs that accomplish business objectives. Personable leader in fostering relationships with stakeholders and gaining vital insights on educational needs. Expert in leading multiple teams while coordinating with subject matter professionals to drive effectiveness and achieve success.
Overview
16
years of professional experience
6
Certification
Work History
Rockdale County Public Schools, Conyers , GA
Instructional Specialist/ Administrative Asst.
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Orchestrated and led various initiatives to enhance instructional programs, including curriculum revisions and technology integration projects, demonstrating strong project management skills.
- Coordinated training sessions for teachers on classroom instruction and assessment strategies, overseeing logistics, scheduling, and content development.
- Managed curriculum development projects, ensuring alignment with standards and overseeing timelines, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication.
- Implemented a system of communication between faculty members, administrators, and stakeholders, facilitating collaboration and ensuring project objectives were met.
- Led data analysis projects on standardized test results, overseeing data collection, interpretation, and presentation to inform improvement strategies.
- Created, edited, and published content for social media channels.
EdTech, Atlanta, GA
Account Manager
01.2021 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Consistently exceeded revenue goals through strategic prospecting, customer engagement, and solution selling.
- Developed and delivered persuasive presentations that addressed customer needs and overcame late-stage deal obstacles.
- Collaborated with Customer Success partners and Account Executives to ensure seamless client experiences and high product renewal rates.
- Utilized CRM tools (Salesforce, MS Dynamics) to track sales activities, manage pipelines, and forecast revenue.
- Managed a portfolio of education clients, driving new business, renewals, cross-sell, and up-sell opportunities.
Fulton Leadership Academy, East Point, Georgia
Literacy Coach
08.2021 - 06.2023
Job overview
- Oversaw the planning and execution of system-wide orientation and support programs for new teachers, coordinating logistics and content development.
- Managed data analysis projects to determine optimal instructional strategies, overseeing data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform decision-making.
- Coordinated the update and organization of student performance records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality standards were maintained.
- Led projects to recommend supplementary resources and learning materials, conducting research, evaluation, and procurement processes.
Selma City Schools, Selma, AL
Summer School Principal
05.2022 - 07.2022
Job overview
- Directed and managed various projects to support program establishment and student engagement initiatives, overseeing planning, execution, and evaluation phases.
- Coordinated with departments to determine allocations for classroom supplies and materials, managing budgetary constraints and ensuring resource optimization.
- Led projects to evaluate curricula, teaching methods, and programs for effectiveness and compliance, overseeing data collection, analysis, and reporting.
Dekalb County Public Schools, Atlanta , GA
Instructor
07.2020 - 05.2021
Job overview
- Spearheaded innovative teaching methodologies and instructional projects to enhance student engagement and academic performance.
- Implemented project-based learning initiatives that fostered collaborative teamwork and critical thinking skills among students.
- Led curriculum development projects, ensuring alignment with educational standards and objectives while incorporating technology to optimize learning outcomes.
Hapeville Charter Career Academy , Atlanta, Georgia
Dean of English Language Arts
07.2019 - 05.2020
Job overview
- Directed the English Language Arts department, overseeing curriculum development, instructional delivery, and assessment strategies.
- Initiated and managed professional development programs for teachers, focusing on pedagogical best practices and instructional innovations.
- Coordinated school-wide literacy initiatives and projects to improve reading and writing proficiency among students across grade levels.
ROCKDALE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT , Conyers, GA
English Teacher
06.2017 - 05.2019
Job overview
- Managed classroom projects and initiatives aimed at enhancing student literacy skills and fostering a love for reading and writing.
- Implemented data-driven instruction methods, analyzing student performance data to tailor instructional approaches and interventions.
- Facilitated cross-curricular collaboration projects, integrating English language arts with other subjects to provide comprehensive learning experience
HENRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT , McDonough, GA
English Teacher
06.2016 - 05.2017
Job overview
- Led classroom projects focused on promoting critical thinking, communication, and collaboration skills among students.
- Organized and facilitated literary events and projects to promote a culture of reading and appreciation for literature within the school community.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and initiatives that integrated English language arts with social studies and science curricula.
SELMA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, Selma, AL
English Teacher
06.2012 - 05.2015
Job overview
- Managed classroom projects and initiatives to improve student literacy skills and academic achievement levels.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences that engaged students in authentic, real-world applications of English language arts concepts.
- Led literacy-focused extracurricular activities and initiatives to promote a culture of reading and writing outside the classroom.
Education
Stillman College
Bachelor of Science from English
05.2009
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science from Instructional Leadership
05.2020
Piedmont College
Educational Specialist from Curriculum And Instruction
12.2021
Skills
- Complex Problem Solving
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Documentation and Reporting
- Managing Operations and Efficiency
- Team Leadership
- Employee Coaching and Motivation
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer Relationship Management
- Strategic Planning
- Google Docs
- Faculty Support
- Teacher Training
Affiliations
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Incorporated
Kappa Delta Pi
National Education Association
Certification
Georgia English Certification, Grades 6 – 12
Alabama Class B, Secondary (16A), Grades 6-12, English Language Arts (67A)
Gifted Endorsement
Educational Leadership
Certification
SRT ENGLISH (6-12)
GIFTED IN-FIELD
SRT READING (P-12)
SRT COACHING
SRL EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP - TIER I
SRS CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION
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Timeline
Instructional Specialist/ Administrative Asst.
Rockdale County Public Schools
06.2023 - Current
Summer School Principal
Selma City Schools
05.2022 - 07.2022
Literacy Coach
Fulton Leadership Academy
08.2021 - 06.2023
Account Manager
EdTech
01.2021 - 03.2024
Instructor
Dekalb County Public Schools
07.2020 - 05.2021
Dean of English Language Arts
Hapeville Charter Career Academy
07.2019 - 05.2020
English Teacher
ROCKDALE COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2017 - 05.2019
English Teacher
HENRY COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2016 - 05.2017
English Teacher
SELMA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
06.2012 - 05.2015
Stillman College
Bachelor of Science from English
Jacksonville State University
Master of Science from Instructional Leadership
Piedmont College
Educational Specialist from Curriculum And Instruction
Georgia English Certification, Grades 6 – 12
Alabama Class B, Secondary (16A), Grades 6-12, English Language Arts (67A)
Gifted Endorsement
Educational Leadership
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