Susan Shostedt

• Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
• Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
• Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles through the Blended Learning method, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
• Guided student teachers, new teachers, and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
• Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
• Organized field trips that enriched classroom learning experiences by connecting students with real-world applications of course concepts.
• Incorporated culturally responsive teaching practices into curriculum design and delivery models promoting inclusivity within the educational setting.
• Believe and Read Qualified Teacher, April '22
• Believe and Read Qualified In-House Coach, April '23
• GLO Certified In-House Coach, April '23
• Tracked student progress using formative and summative assessments, informing future instruction and support strategies.

• Developed weekly lesson plans and engaging activities for preschoolers.
• Maintained a safe and interactive classroom environment.
• Promoted positive peer interactions and social development through group activities.

• Planned and led developmentally appropriate activities for preschoolers.
• Maintained a safe environment following program guidelines and procedures.
• Communicated regularly with parents and caregivers regarding children's progress and activities.

• Developed and implemented daily program activities for children ages 5-12.
• Supervised staff and directed daily routines to ensure smooth program operations.
• Fostered an environment conducive to children's social and academic growth.
• Conducted regular site meetings with team members, fostering open communication channels for efficient problem-solving and progress updates.

• Taught diverse students in core subjects from K-6.
• Focused on building a positive and nurturing classroom community.
• Incorporated engaging lessons to capture student interest and foster learning.
• Sustained positive and nurturing school community.

• Provided small group instruction in math and reading through Response to Intervention (RtI).
• Developed and delivered lesson plans for 1st and 2nd graders in the Alternative Learning Centers (ALC) program.

• Developed, implemented, and supervised all aspects of daily Explores Club program, including curriculum, supervision, parent communication, and safety.
• Created an environment fostering children's social development and responsibility.
• Directed staff, facilitated tasks, and participated in training and evaluation.
• Maintained a diverse and stimulating physical environment for children ages 5-12.

• Instructed 2nd graders in core subjects and followed school standards and expectations.
• Utilized supplemental activities to enhance learning and communicated with co-teachers on student progress.

• Instructed core subjects to 4th grade, designed and developed programs to meet the academic, intellectual, cultural and social needs of students
• Effectively utilized portfolios in assessing and tracking student development
• Implemented a supplemental reading program (SRA: Corrective and Decoding Curriculum)
• Communicated regularly with families/guardians
• Attended school staff meetings and community functions of which I participated
• Attended in-service programs discussing the various Native American cultures.

• Communicated with classroom teachers frequently to help assess and evaluate the students' progress
• Boosted student fluency rates by utilizing effective instructional strategies during small group instruction.
• Initiated, administered, monitored and maintained the use of AIMS and QRI-II testing for the entire K-6 grade
• Instructed federally funded reading program for K-6 students.
• Communicated with classroom teachers to assess student progress.
• Administered and monitored standardized testing and provided quarterly academic growth reports to families.

Masters Degree in Process