Shosha Kellman-Lisker
Alameda,CA
Summary
Throughout my career, I have focused on being a reflective teacher and building strong relationships with students, families, and the community. In my classroom, I create an environment of respect, collaboration, and active listening. I prioritize both academic growth and emotional connections with students. I excel in adapting my teaching to meet the unique needs and challenges of my students. Now, I am excited to use my classroom experience to make a significant impact in other communities. With my teaching skills and experience, I am confident in my ability to pursue new career opportunities.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Wellness and Belonging Coordinator, Humanities Teacher
The Academy
07.2023 - Current
- Created and implemented schoolwide Wellness and Belonging program for grades K-8
- Taught Humanities to grades 6-8 (one cohort), developing engaging curriculum, experential learning, and differentiated instruction
- Designed individualized instructional supports for neurodiverse learners, ensuring equitable access to academic success
- Established an anti-bullying and kindness campaign in concert with a peer conflict resolution program, empowering students to navigate interpersonal challenges with empathy and communication skills, fostering a safer, more inclusive environment
- Spearheaded and executed the inaugural school-wide Read-a-Thon fundraiser, promoting literacy across all grade levels
6th and 7th Grade Core Teacher: English and Social Studies, English Language Development Teacher
Bohannon Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2022
- Designed and delivered culturally and linguistically responsive curriculum across online, hybrid, and in-person formats for 100 middle school students annually; utilized student performance data and aligned instruction with IEPs to ensure 100% legal compliance and support individualized academic growth of students from diverse backgrounds
- Participated in ELA and Social Studies curriculum pilot programs, collaborating with teachers, district leadership, and students among middle schools, to share data, with the purpose of adopting more rigorous, engaging, and accessible instructional materials for diverse learners
- Site Restorative Practices Leader, which led to increased organization-wide , shared language, and integration of restorative practices to support whole child success
- Appointed as teacher representative to the 12-member School Site Committee, collaborating with parents, students, staff, and community stakeholders to evaluate programming, review budgets, and make fund allocation decisions impacting over 900 individuals
Director of Admissions
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School
08.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed applicant lifecycle for 400+ member private school; processed 280+ admissions applications, implemented process improvements, served as primary communicator to prospective applicants, and produced and presented funnel and quarterly retention reports to 7 member Admission Committee
- Partnered with marketing team to develop recruitment strategies aligned with organizational goals , resulting in a 12% higher applicant pool than previous year.
- Analyzed data for 180 students as part of 6 member scholarship committee; digitized and streamlined application process, evaluated applications, and liaised with 2 outside scholarship agencies to grant 21 scholarships
- Coordinated 30 on-site and virtual events of up to 600 attendees
Teacher's Aide
Kensington Nursery School
01.2004 - 08.2011
- Created developmentally appropriate and engaging curriculum
- Bi-annually assessed the development of students, using multiple points of data to effectively communicate with parents, to foster growth, and continued development, and collaboration with families
Education
Bachelor of Arts - African American And African Studies
University of California Davis
Davis, CAMultiple Subject Credential - Major
Mills College
Oakland, CASkills
- Google Classroom LMS
- Google Workspace
- IEP and 504 Plan Implementation
- Aeries
- Data Informed Curriculum
- Formative/Summative Assessments
- Classroom Management
Certification
CLAD authorization
Timeline
Wellness and Belonging Coordinator, Humanities Teacher
The Academy
07.2023 - Current
Director of Admissions
Saint Joseph Notre Dame High School
08.2022 - 07.2023
6th and 7th Grade Core Teacher: English and Social Studies, English Language Development Teacher
Bohannon Middle School
01.2012 - 01.2022
Teacher's Aide
Kensington Nursery School
01.2004 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Arts - African American And African Studies
University of California Davis
Multiple Subject Credential - Major
Mills College
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