Stormy Shields
Lubbock,TX
Summary
Seasoned ELAR educator with a proven track record at Frenship Alcove Trails Middle School, enhancing student engagement through differentiated instruction and PBIS strategies. Expert in lesson planning and parent-teacher communication, I've significantly boosted literacy skills. Certified in multiple Texas education standards, my approach melds instructional strategies with a deep understanding of grammar.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
7th Grade ELAR Teacher
Frenship Alcove Trails Middle School
Lubbock, Texas
08.2023 - Current
- Cultivated and enforced a culture of respect through the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies to foster a productive learning environment.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction tailored to diverse skill levels and learning preferences to optimize student engagement and achievement.
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards to support diverse learning needs and educational objectives.
- Assessed performance through the creation, administration, and evaluation of exams and assignments to measure learning outcomes effectively.
- Monitored and analyzed student progress through assessments, graded assignments, and standardized evaluations to drive instructional decisions.
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
North Ridge Elementary
Lubbock, TX
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading and writing practice
- Taught age-appropriate grammar rules, writing, and language skills
- Evaluated academic skills of each student through district assessments, graded assignments and standardized tests
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
Sixth Grade ELAR Teacher
Sundown Middle School
Sundown, TX
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics based on grade-level TEKS
- Employed visual and auditory approaches to make lessons more interesting and interactive for students
- Provided tutoring and after-school assistance to students requiring additional help with reading and writing
- Interpreted student assessment data to ascertain the best intervention methods
- Promoted love of reading and literacy to all students
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and letters
- Affirmatively communicated and promoted a positive attitude with each and every student
- -UIL 6th Grade Reading Writing Coach
- -UIL 6th Grade Editorial Writing Coach
- -UIL 6th Grade Oral Reading Coach
- -7th & 8th Grade Cheer Sponsor (2010-2022)
Seventh Grade Reading Teacher & Eighth Grade Writing Teacher
Sundown Middle School
Sundown, Texas
01.2009 - 01.2021
- Created a positive and engaging environment in the classroom that encouraged literacy skills
- Supported student skill development in alignment with personal and academic goals
- Promoted effective verbal and written communication through listening, speaking, reading, and writing practice
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills
- Cultivated relationships with parents for a complete support network
- Established positive rapport with all students and parents through home calls, emails, and letters
- Administered assessments and other standardized tests to evaluate student progress and to modify or adjust instruction based on students' needs
- -UIL 6th Grade Ready Writing Coach (2020-2021)
- -UIL 6th Grade Editorial Writing Coach (2020-2021)
- -UIL 6th Grade Oral Reading Coach (2021-2021)
- -UIL 7th Grade Oral Reading Coach (2009-2011; 2020-2021)
- -UIL 6, 7, and 8th Grade Modern Oratory Coach (2009-2018)
- -UIL 8th Grade Ready Writing Coach (2009-2019)
- -UIL 8th Grade Editorial Writing Coach (2009-2019)
Fourth/Fifth Grade ELA Teacher
Sundown Elementary School
Sundown, TX
01.2008 - 01.2009
Third Grade ELAR Teacher
South Elementary/Levelland ISD
Levelland, Texas
01.2007 - 01.2008
Accelerated Reading Initiative Teacher
South Elementary/Levelland ISD
Levelland, Texas
01.2004 - 01.2007
Seventh Grade Pre-AP/GT ELAR Teacher
Coppell Middle School East
Coppell, Texas
01.2001 - 01.2004
Seventh Grade ELAR Teacher
Ector Junior High School
Odessa, Texas
01.1999 - 01.2000
Sixth Grade ELAR Teacher
Ben Milam Elementary
Midland, Texas
01.1996 - 01.1999
Sixth, Seventh, and 8th Grade ELAR Teacher
Kermit Junior High School
Kermit, Texas
01.1995 - 01.1996
- Cultivated and enforced a culture of respect through the implementation of Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) strategies to foster a productive learning environment.
- Designed and implemented differentiated instruction tailored to diverse skill levels and learning preferences to optimize student engagement and achievement.
- Designed detailed lesson plans in accordance with curriculum standards.
- Assessed performance through the creation, administration, and evaluation of exams and assignments to measure learning outcomes effectively.
- Monitored and analyzed student progress through assessments, graded assignments, and standardized evaluations to drive instructional decisions.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, Texas01.1995
Associate of Arts - General
South Plains College
Levelland, Texas01.1993
Skills
- TELPAS Rater
- Texas Middle School Fluency Assessment
- Provisional Secondary English Grades (6-12)
- Standard Language Arts and Reading Grades (4-8)
- Standard Generalist Grades (EC-4)
- Standard English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-12)
- Reading comprehension
- Instructional strategies
- Lesson planning
- Problem-solving skills
- Grammar expertise
- Lesson plan implementation
- Proficient in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Canva
- Writing instruction
- Parent-teacher communication
Certification
- TELPAS Rater
- Texas Middle School Fluency Assessment
- Provisional Secondary English Grades (6-12)
- Standard Language Arts and Reading Grades (4-8)
- Standard Generalist Grades (EC-4)
- Standard English as a Second Language Supplemental Grades (EC-12)
References
- Whitney Ellison, Principal, North Ridge Elementary School, wwhite@frenship.us, 806-793-6686, 806-470-9555, Lubbock, TX
- Miguel Salazar, Principal, Sundown Middle School, msalazar@sundownisd.com, (806) 229-3021, (806) 445-4154, Sundown, TX
- Jeremy Griffith, Principal, Sundown High School, jgriffith@sundownisd.com, (806) 229-3021, (806) 778-8084, Sundown, TX
- Johnnie Jones, Teacher, Sundown High School, jjones@sundownisd.com, (806) 229-3021, (806) 893-0941, Sundown, TX
- Emily King, Teacher, Sundown High School, eking@sundownisd.com, (806) 229-3021, (806) 891-9552, Sundown, TX
Timeline
7th Grade ELAR Teacher
Frenship Alcove Trails Middle School
08.2023 - Current
5th Grade ELAR Teacher
North Ridge Elementary
01.2022 - 05.2023
Sixth Grade ELAR Teacher
Sundown Middle School
01.2021 - 01.2022
Seventh Grade Reading Teacher & Eighth Grade Writing Teacher
Sundown Middle School
01.2009 - 01.2021
Fourth/Fifth Grade ELA Teacher
Sundown Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2009
Third Grade ELAR Teacher
South Elementary/Levelland ISD
01.2007 - 01.2008
Accelerated Reading Initiative Teacher
South Elementary/Levelland ISD
01.2004 - 01.2007
Seventh Grade Pre-AP/GT ELAR Teacher
Coppell Middle School East
01.2001 - 01.2004
Seventh Grade ELAR Teacher
Ector Junior High School
01.1999 - 01.2000
Sixth Grade ELAR Teacher
Ben Milam Elementary
01.1996 - 01.1999
Sixth, Seventh, and 8th Grade ELAR Teacher
Kermit Junior High School
01.1995 - 01.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English
Texas Tech University
Associate of Arts - General
South Plains College
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