Shakestian Short
Jackson
Summary
Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Hinds County Human Resource Agency, excelling in student engagement and classroom management. Skilled in multi-subject instruction and positive reinforcement, I foster supportive learning environments that enhance literacy development and promote effective communication with parents. Committed to empowering students through innovative teaching strategies.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2023 - Current
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively, implementing clear expectations and consistent consequences for all students.
Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
08.2010 - 08.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Jackson State University
Jackson, MS07-2010
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Hinds Community College
Raymond, MS05-2006
Skills
- Student engagement
- Positive reinforcement
- Multi-subject instruction
- Special needs support
- Literacy development
- Instructional strategies
- Physical education fundamentals
- Language acquisition
- Classroom management
- Verbal and written communication
- Complex Problem-solving
- Records management
- Instructional technology
- Parent communication
Accomplishments
- Enhanced student learning with [strategy].
- Took all offered shifts to maintain coverage for students
- Specialized in substituting for Compact Math classes.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Kelly Educational Staffing
08.2023 - Current
Teacher
Hinds County Human Resource Agency
08.2010 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Jackson State University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Hinds Community College
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