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Stephanie Schultz

Prairie Village

Summary

Driven and passionate classroom teacher, with a history of leadership within both the classroom and community. Experienced with a variety of student populations, including expertise providing targeted and differentiated instruction to ELL, ESL, SpEd, and other "high-needs" students. Demonstrates a commitment to professional development and learning best practices for high impact.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

7th Grade Science Teacher

Rosedale Middle School
Kansas City
08.2024 - Current

Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs. Managed the classroom environment to create a safe and productive learning space for all learners, while addressing all students' academic levels and social-emotional needs. Actively participate in professional learning meetings to develop oneself as a professional; collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units that connect science with other subjects.

  • Utilized data regularly from formative assessments, and informal assessments to inform instructional decisions. Adjusted and adapted teaching strategies and techniques based on the data to successfully reach each student.

8th Grade Science Teacher

Arrowhead Middle School
Kansas City
06.2016 - 12.2022

Crafted engaging, targeted lesson plans for students to ensure mastery of course materials; administered formal and informal assessments to inform instruction; evaluated students' performance and designed activities to support student understanding and concept mastery.

  • Guided student personal and social growth; stimulated the development of healthy peer relationships; forged relationships with students, parents, other stakeholders; maintained collaborative classroom environment

Education Aide

Hocker Grove Middle School
Shawnee
01.2013 - 05.2014

Supervised up to twenty-five students assigned to the in-school suspension classroom for delinquent behaviors. Maintained order among attendees, ensured accurate attendance records, and completed all relevant paperwork; collaborated with classroom teachers to assist students with completing any missing coursework.

  • Oversaw 700+ students in the lunch room during lunch hour; assisted front-office staff with clerical tasks; prepared copying and laminating job building-wide

Retail Manager/Team Leader

Heartstrings Community Foundation
Overland Park
01.2011 - 12.2012

Supported adults with developmental disabilities; oversaw a group of at least five individuals daily; ensured a seamless transition to their daily activities. Communicated daily needs, and ensured the completion of critical duties. Handled cash transactions, and processed weekly deposits.

  • Resolved customer complaints and appropriately mediated tense situations.
  • Oversaw the maintenance of store appearance; performed a variety of manual labor, and cleaning tasks to ensure cleanliness and orderliness.

Education

Master of Arts - Secondary Education

Pittsburg State University
Pittsburg, KS
05-2018

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

MidAmerica Nazarene University
Olathe, KS
05-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Family Studies

Northwest Missouri State University
Maryville, MO
05-2011

Skills

  • Creativity
  • Communication
  • Organization
  • Analytical
  • Flexible
  • Collaborative

Certification

Biology (6th-12th)

KS 2020

Timeline

7th Grade Science Teacher

Rosedale Middle School
08.2024 - Current

8th Grade Science Teacher

Arrowhead Middle School
06.2016 - 12.2022

Education Aide

Hocker Grove Middle School
01.2013 - 05.2014

Retail Manager/Team Leader

Heartstrings Community Foundation
01.2011 - 12.2012

Master of Arts - Secondary Education

Pittsburg State University

Bachelor of Arts - Biology

MidAmerica Nazarene University

Bachelor of Arts - Child And Family Studies

Northwest Missouri State University
Stephanie Schultz