Shawn M. Avery
Clovis
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
An accomplished educator with a proven track record adept in differentiated instruction and fostering strong parent communication. Excelled in creating inclusive learning environments, significantly enhancing student engagement and achievement. Skilled in developing and managing IEPs, ensuring personalized student success. Successfully implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) to improve student engagement and progress. Demonstrated expertise in behavior management and fostering inclusive classroom environments.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Online Special Education Teacher
Integrated Education Services
08.2021 - Current
- Cultivated connections and strong student rapport to foster classroom engagement, in addition to recording student progress to inform parents and school administration.
- Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
- Taught students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
- Created and managed IEPs to define student learning objectives and educational strategies, in addition to applying instructional knowledge and methods to support goals.
- Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication to ensure student progress.
- Developed IEPs tailored to individual student needs, ensuring their academic success and personal growth.
- Evaluated student progress regularly using various assessment methods, ensuring accurate measurement of skill development and areas requiring additional support.
Teacher
Sage Academy Charter School
12.2017 - 05.2021
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Elementary School Principal
Bennett Academy
08.2012 - 06.2017
- Increased parent involvement by organizing events, workshops, and regular communication channels to keep families informed and engaged.
- Mentored new teachers through observation feedback sessions, contributing to their growth as educators within the school system.
- Monitored compliance with federal, state, and local regulations to ensure a safe and lawful educational environment for all stakeholders.
- Managed staffing decisions by hiring qualified candidates who aligned with the school's values and mission statement while balancing budgetary constraints effectively.
- Developed a comprehensive strategic plan that guided the school's direction while adhering to state standards and requirements.
- Established a positive learning environment by fostering strong relationships with students, parents, and staff members.
Assistant Principal
Carpenter Elementary-LAUSD
09.2002 - 06.2003
- Trained teachers on effective teaching techniques, classroom management strategies, and behavior modification.
- Monitored student behavior and enforced discipline policies.
- Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
- Oversaw schedule management and protocols for orientation, registration, and related activities.
- Fostered a safe learning environment by collaborating with security personnel and implementing safety protocols throughout the campus.
- Implemented effective communication channels between administrators, teachers, students, and parents to foster strong relationships within the school community.
- Formulated and implemented school safety and security policies.
School Cordinator
Carpenter Elementary-LAUSD
09.2000 - 06.2002
- Oversaw Special Education, including identifying, scheduling, and leading Special Education meetings.
- Promoted a culture of continuous learning among staff through professional development workshops and trainings.
- Led program reviews, identifying areas of strength and weakness for targeted enhancements in curriculum planning.
- Adapted policies to ensure compliance with changing state education regulations, maintaining the school's high standards of operation.
- Coordinated tutoring programs to provide additional academic support for struggling students, enhancing overall achievement levels.
- Developed customized curriculums for diverse student populations, ensuring educational success for all students.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Administration
National University
La Jolla, CA05-2001
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo, CA05-1991
Skills
- Team building and staff development
- Instructional leadership
- Excellent communicator
- Staff development
- Differentiated instruction
- Classroom management
- Individual education plans IEP
- Small group instruction
- Collaborative teamwork
- Data management
Certification
- California Administrative Credential.
- California K-8 Clear Teaching Credential.
- Arizona Administrative Credential.
- Arizona Elementary Teaching Credential.
* In the process of acquiring mid/mod. special education certification in California and Arizona.
Timeline
Online Special Education Teacher
Integrated Education Services
08.2021 - Current
Teacher
Sage Academy Charter School
12.2017 - 05.2021
Elementary School Principal
Bennett Academy
08.2012 - 06.2017
Assistant Principal
Carpenter Elementary-LAUSD
09.2002 - 06.2003
School Cordinator
Carpenter Elementary-LAUSD
09.2000 - 06.2002
- California Administrative Credential.
- California K-8 Clear Teaching Credential.
- Arizona Administrative Credential.
- Arizona Elementary Teaching Credential.
* In the process of acquiring mid/mod. special education certification in California and Arizona.
Master of Science - Educational Administration
National University
Bachelor of Science - Human Development
California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo
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