Tracy Shannon
Reno,NV
Summary
Achievements include teaching approximately 200 students a day and organizing them into groups to successfully complete a project or lab. Knowledgeable about organizing supplies, controlling costs and overseeing food production in a timely manner. Organized and dependable and enjoy working with other people!
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Culinary Arts Teacher
Washoe County School District, Swope Middle School
08.2004 - 07.2023
- Promoted a culture of collaboration among students by incorporating group projects that foster teamwork and communication skills within the context of culinary arts activities.
- Organized and made available time, space, materials and equipment needed before instruction.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as cooking competitions and catering events, providing real-world experience and community involvement opportunities for students.
- Maintained clean, neat and well-sanitized kitchen.
- Increased student proficiency in culinary techniques through demonstration and guided practice.
Culinary Arts Teacher
Washoe County School District, O'Brien Middle
08.2000 - 06.2004
- Enhanced culinary skills of students by utilizing engaging teaching methods and hands-on learning experiences.
- Introduced various international cuisines into lessons, broadening students'' cultural awareness while developing their technical abilities in cooking diverse dishes.
- Supervised and monitored students' use of tools and equipment.
- Monitored food production for quality, safety, and adherence to establishment standards.
Special Education Teacher
Washoe County School District, O'Brien Middle
08.1995 - 06.2000
- 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.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
Special Education Teacher
Vista Unified School District, Lincoln Middle
08.1993 - 08.1995
Home Economics Teacher
Woodlake Unified School District, Woodlake High
09.1985 - 06.1988
- Communicated effectively with community, families and students to promote academic achievement and accomplish curriculum mission.
- Prepared and delivered lectures to students on child care, nutrition and food science.
- Worked with fellow teachers and school administrators to optimize department offerings.
- Assisted in running an extracurricular catering program for students to earn money towards school competitions with Future Homemakers of America.
Catering Assistant
Tin Pan Alley Restaurant And Catering
06.1983 - 05.1985
- Provided friendly, courteous service to create memorable moments for guests
- Collaborated with team members to execute seamless catering events for clients.
- Prepared sandwiches, salads and other specialty items according to customer specifications.
- Decorated and set up wedding cakes
Education
Master of Arts - Special Education
National University
La Jolla, CAHome Economics Teaching Endorsement - Home Economics
National University
La Jolla, CABachelor of Science - Dietetics
California State University, Chico
Chico, CASkills
- Professionalism and Work Ethic
- Culinary Nutrition Knowledge
- Food safety knowledge
- Advanced Baking Skills
- Cake Decorating
- Time Management
- Team Player/Relationship Building
- Expert Cooking Techniques
Accomplishments
Worked in conjunction with the Reno-Tahoe Airport for students to create gingerbread houses to be displayed at the airport. Airport patrons voted for their favorite gingerbread house by placing money in a slot by the house. The money was donated to a local non-profit organization in the Reno-Tahoe area. I did this project for 19 years while at Swope Middle School
Staff Excellence Award 2018-2019 from the Washoe County School District Board of Trustees
Certificate of Excellence from the Greater Nevada Credit Union
Timeline
Culinary Arts Teacher
Washoe County School District, Swope Middle School
08.2004 - 07.2023
Culinary Arts Teacher
Washoe County School District, O'Brien Middle
08.2000 - 06.2004
Special Education Teacher
Washoe County School District, O'Brien Middle
08.1995 - 06.2000
Special Education Teacher
Vista Unified School District, Lincoln Middle
08.1993 - 08.1995
Home Economics Teacher
Woodlake Unified School District, Woodlake High
09.1985 - 06.1988
Catering Assistant
Tin Pan Alley Restaurant And Catering
06.1983 - 05.1985
Master of Arts - Special Education
National University
Home Economics Teaching Endorsement - Home Economics
National University
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
California State University, Chico
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