Stacy Shaw
Richmond Hill,Georgia
Summary
History of successfully planning, delivering and assessing reading intervention plans. Compliant with Title 1 guidelines and knowledgeable about a wide range of successful strategies. Student-focused Educator, state-qualified to work with elementary and middle-aged students with special instructional needs. Encouraging and supportive teacher with proven skills in building trust and improving student behavior. Works great with staff, administrators and parents to develop individualized strategies.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Joseph Martin Elementary School
2015.01 - Current
- Developed lessons using Georgia Performance Standards to keep learners engaged and implement remediation and acceleration to individualize instruction to assist students in reaching their full potential
- Participated in Science of Reading and other Professional Learning Opportunities
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering supportive learning environments.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environments that promote emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
Inclusion Teacher
Godley Station School
2014.01 - 2015.01
- Implemented effective behavior management plans, resulting in fewer disruptions and increased focus on learning tasks.
- Strengthened relationships with parents, students, and colleagues by maintaining open communication channels and participating in school events.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, informing instructional decisions based on measurable evidence of progress toward goals.
- Supported struggling students with targeted interventions, leading to higher levels of academic achievement.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Assisted in creating safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.
- Improved student engagement by fostering inclusive atmospheres that embrace diversity and promote mutual respect among classmates.
Special Education Teacher
Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Academy
2007.01 - 2014.01
- Served as Elementary representative for English Language Arts and Math and redelivered information through Professional Learning opportunities
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted positive learning environments through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Special Education Teacher
Richmond Hill Primary
2006.01 - 2007.01
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
Tutt Middle School
2001.01 - 2006.01
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
Screven County Middle School
1997.01 - 2001.01
- School Improvement Committee Secretary and Member
- Math Department Head
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through the use of differentiated instruction and individualized support for diverse learners.
- Modified general education curriculum for special-needs students using various instructional techniques and technologies.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities focused on evidence-based practices in special education teaching methodologies.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
- Provided targeted instructional support to struggling learners, identifying specific areas for improvement and designing effective intervention plans.
Special Education Teacher
Glenn Hills Middle School
1996.01 - 1997.01
- Cheerleading Coach
- All previous duties
Education
No Degree - Science of Reading
Liberty County School System
Hinesville, GA06.2025
Educational Specialist -
Thomas University
Thomasville, GA01.2019
No Degree - Teachers As Learning Leaders
Liberty County School System
Hinesville, GA01.2018
Gifted Endorsement -
First District RESA, LCSS
Hinesville, GA, Cohort01.2017
Master of Education -
Lesley University
Augusta, GA, Cohort01.2006
Bachelor of Science -
Georgia Southern University
Statesboro, GA01.1996
Skills
- Teaching strategies
- Educational leadership
- Collaborative learning
- Results Oriented
- Problem Solver
- Self-disciplined
- Enthusiastic
- Hard-Working and Determined
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Year 23-24, (Local School, JME)
- Empowering Woman Workshop Presenter 2021 - Faith Over Fear
- Dean’s List at Bachelor, Masters, and Educational Specialist Level
- Member, Georgia Association of Educators
- Education Committee Member NAACP
- Treasure, RHMLK Parade Committee 2020-Present
- Program Development for Youth, RWC
- Presenter Parent University (2015)
- Awarded Teacher of the Year 2015(local school, CGCA)
- Presenter Week of the Young Child (2014)
- 2014 Special Education Teacher of the Year
- Highly Qualified in all areas of subject content (P-8)
- Technology Grant Recipient
- Discipline With Dignity
- Leadership of Screven
Awards Activities
- Teacher of the Year 23-24, (Local School, JME)
- Dean’s List
- Member, Georgia Association of Educators
- Education Committee Member NAACP
- Asst. Treasure NAACP
- Finance Lead for RHMLK Parade Committee 2020
- Program Development for Youth, RWC
- Presenter Parent University (2015)
- Awarded Teacher of the Year 2015(local school, CGCA)
- Presenter Week of the Young Child (2014)
- 2014 Special Education Teacher of the Year
- Highly Qualified in all areas of subject content (P-8)
- Technology Grant Recipient
- Discipline With Dignity
- Leadership of Screven
Certification
- Early Childhood Education (P-5)
- Special Education General Curriculum (P-12) Consultative
- Special Education Adapted Curriculum (P-12) Consultative
- Special Education Language Arts Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Reading Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Math Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Teacher Support Specialist
- Gifted Endorsement
Leadership Experience
- Response To Intervention Facilitator, 2020, 2022, Consult, manage, and support implementation of interventions used to support students enrolled in the Early Intervention Program
- Mentor, 2011, Present, Provide training and coaching to new teachers through the Teacher Induction Program. Complete observations and create teacher induction plans and action plans to support new staff.
- District-Wide Trainer, 2012, 2013, Implementation of Compliance Manual for Special Education
- PBIS Committee Member, 2011, 2016, Collaborate with administrators and other teacher leaders to aid in school wide decisions on how to implement PBIS, reward good behavior, and create behavior forms to track behaviors. Present information through school wide trainings for staff development to promote positive behavioral supports.
- Math Building Representative, 2011, Present, Attend Math trainings for Common Core Math Units, discuss and solve problematic Math concerns across the district. Redeliver to building staff.
- IEP Facilitator, 2011, 2012, Create timelines for IEP meetings for all CGCA Elementary School teachers. Redeliver pertinent IEP documentation and procedure changes to CGCA Elementary School staff and supervise implementations. Review Draft IEPs
- ELA Building Representative, 2010, 2011, Serve as contact person for problems concerning ELA curriculum and implementation. Attend district wide meetings to brainstorm ideas to solve problematic ELA concerns across the district.
- Team Leader, 2004, 2006, Manage a team of Special Education Teachers. Create timelines and guide special education staff in the IEP Process. Act as Liaison for School Special Education staff to redeliver pertinent information from Principal and Program Consultant. Review and finalize IEPs
- School Improvement Committee Secretary and Member, 2000, 2001, Record minutes for committee meetings. Participate in professional learning opportunities to create school improvement model. Assist in increasing teacher morale. Provide professional learning opportunities for staff
- Math Department Chair, 2000, 2001, Facilitate Math Meetings. Collaborate with general education teachers to develop math lessons. Assist with intervention strategies for at risk students. Provide professional learning opportunities for staff
Timeline
Teacher
Joseph Martin Elementary School
2015.01 - Current
Inclusion Teacher
Godley Station School
2014.01 - 2015.01
Special Education Teacher
Coastal Georgia Comprehensive Academy
2007.01 - 2014.01
Special Education Teacher
Richmond Hill Primary
2006.01 - 2007.01
Special Education Teacher
Tutt Middle School
2001.01 - 2006.01
Special Education Teacher
Screven County Middle School
1997.01 - 2001.01
Special Education Teacher
Glenn Hills Middle School
1996.01 - 1997.01
No Degree - Science of Reading
Liberty County School System
Educational Specialist -
Thomas University
No Degree - Teachers As Learning Leaders
Liberty County School System
Gifted Endorsement -
First District RESA, LCSS
Master of Education -
Lesley University
Bachelor of Science -
Georgia Southern University
- Early Childhood Education (P-5)
- Special Education General Curriculum (P-12) Consultative
- Special Education Adapted Curriculum (P-12) Consultative
- Special Education Language Arts Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Reading Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Math Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Special Education Social Science Cognitive Level (P-5, 4-8)
- Teacher Support Specialist
- Gifted Endorsement
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