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Shellie Burgreen
Teacher - Secondary Education Social Science
Decatur,AL
Summary
I am a knowledgeable History educator with over 26 years of experience providing educational guidance and mentorship to all types of students in every Social Science course of Study. I have taught students from Special Education EC and TMR, to gifted and AP level students. I can shift teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' needs. I have completed Professional Development on 4MAT skills, teaching students from poverty levels, IB and AP level writing and thinking skills, and A+ College Ready Instruction. I am caring and enthusiastic with demonstrated skills in lecture, remediation, differentiated instruction, and Project based learning. I am eager to continue teaching History in a creative way using all forms of learning styles and technology enhancements.
Overview
2
2
Certifications
4
4
years of post-secondary education
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
AP World History Modern Teacher
Decatur High School
Decatur , AL
08.2018 - present
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Delivered prepared lesson plans using instructional materials and tools including AP Classroom and Google Classroom.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in AP World History Modern - did three years of training in Atlanta, Georgia
- For the three years I have taught AP at DHS, my scores have been above the state and global average - last year my average was 62% qualifying scores - earning the one of the highest AP averages in Decatur City Schools
Advanced 8th Grade Ancient World History Teacher
Decatur Middle School
Decatur, AL
08.2016 - present
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in A+ College Ready Standards.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in Curriculum development.
- Attended professional development seminars and workshops to maintain expertise in Virtual methods of learning.
- Taught Ancient World History to 100+ students in classroom setting.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Participated in school district meetings and parent-teacher conferences to give insight into student progress and curriculum plans.
- Proctored classroom exams and finals in secure environment to prevent plagiarism and cheating.
- Communicated clear learning objectives to students on each Standard of the Alabama 8th grade Course of Study
- Provided advice and guidance to students needing morale-boosting and academic advising.
- Collaborated on and implemented innovative pedagogical initiatives that focused on student-first, hands-on and experiential learning to foster thinking as an Historian
- Utilized curriculum which reflected diverse educational, cultural and linguistic background of student body.
- Inspired academic success based on belief that all students can achieve excellence, regardless of background.
- Talked with students in need of extra attention and made plans to assist with concerns.
- Created engaging lesson plans, fostered culture of discovery and provided well-organized classroom structure to help students succeed in program.
- Explored and implemented innovative use of technology in History education
- Selected and requisitioned appropriate books and instructional aids to complement lesson plans.
- Consulted with teachers in ELA and Science disciplines to identify and adopt successful instructional strategies that helped teach cross-curricular lessons
- Mentor teacher each year to first year teachers to aide in development and planning
History Teacher at Austin High School
Austin High School
Decatur, AL
08.1995 - 05.2016
- Employed appropriate teaching methods to cater to individual educational needs of each student.
- Maintained regular verbal and written communication with school counselors and parents to update with student progress, class schedules and important test dates.
- Prepared various classroom activities and assessment methods to promote retention of study materials.
- Taught 11th Grade US History to 120 students in classroom setting.
- Taught grade level and Advanced 9th grade World History to 120 students in classroom setting.
- Wrote the Advanced 9th grade curriculum when it was added at AHS and was the only teacher
- Taught all of the International Baccalaureate Classes for the History Department at AHS when the IB diploma was offered by Decatur City Schools.
- Started and taught AP European History as it was offered at AHS
- AP and IB passing rates were above the international average
- Department Head of the History department at Austin High School
- Head of the Social Studies Department textbook adoption committee
Special Educational Aide
Florence City Schools
Florence, AL
08.1994 - 05.1995
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Organized and guided activities for students, including skills practice, research and memorization tasks.
- Observed individual behaviors and suspect actions, and reported issues to supervisory staff.
- Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.
- Set up visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Encouraged dynamic and pleasant educational environment by promoting both gentle discipline and cooperation.
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Prepared instruction materials, including making copies, constructing bulletin boards and setting up work areas.
- Instructed small groups of students in basic concepts such as alphabet, shapes and color recognition.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Prepared reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Assisted in preparing reports and paperwork for parent-teacher conferences.
- Reported on student progress, behavior and social skills to parents.
- Organized activities to promote students' social, physical and emotional development.
- Used behavior modeling and specialized teaching techniques to share and reinforce social skills.
Summer School Teacher
Florence City Schools
Florence, AL
06.1994 - 07.1994
- Built positive relationships with students, parents and team members to achieve smooth and productive program experience.
- Provided instructional support in all four years of the Alabama Course of Study Social Studies curriculum
- Developed and implemented activities to reinforce learning concepts.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
Substitute Teacher
Muscle Shoals City Schools
Muscle Shoals, AL
12.1993 - 05.1994
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Proctored quizzes, tests and standardized examinations.
- Worked with principal's office on disciplinary and safety issues.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Completed documentation of attendance, grades and other required details.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
Education
No Degree - Historical Archaeology
The University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL 08.1989 - 12.1989
Bachelor of Science - Social Science Teacher Education
Univeristy of North Alabama
Florence, AL 01.1990 - 12.1993
Skills
Educational leadership
Accomplishments
- Supervised team of 12 staff members as Head of the History Department at Austin High School
- Lead a team of 7 teachers in the development of the 8th grade Social Studies Pacing Guide for Decatur City Schools.
- Google Certified Instructor
- Austin High School Teacher of the Year 2009-2010
- Decatur City Schools Secondary Teacher of the Year 2009-2010
- District representative to the state for Cheer
- Volunteer for PACT
- Alumni member of the Junior League of Morgan County
- Former member of Decatur Cotillion Club
- Active member of First Baptist Church of Decatur - choir and Parent representative on the Youth Group Council
Certification
First Aid/CPR Certified
Additional Information
Full address:
2303 College St SE
Decatur, AL 35601
Additional email:
shellie2303@att.net
Additional home phone:
256-355-8114
Additional extracurricular history:
AHS Cross Country coach - 8/96 - 5/98
AHS Head Cheer Coach - 5/98 - 5/2014
DMS Head Cheer Coach - 8/2016 - present
Interests
Reading and research
Gardening
Volunteering
First Baptist Church choir
Timeline
AP World History Modern Teacher
Decatur High School
08.2018 - present
Advanced 8th Grade Ancient World History Teacher
Decatur Middle School
08.2016 - present
Certified Cheer Coach - 6/98 - present
05-1998
History Teacher at Austin High School
Austin High School
08.1995 - 05.2016
Special Educational Aide
Florence City Schools
08.1994 - 05.1995
Summer School Teacher
Florence City Schools
06.1994 - 07.1994
Substitute Teacher
Muscle Shoals City Schools
12.1993 - 05.1994
Bachelor of Science - Social Science Teacher Education
Univeristy of North Alabama
01.1990 - 12.1993
No Degree - Historical Archaeology
The University of Alabama
08.1989 - 12.1989