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Tiffany Shirley

@tiffanyshirley

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Passionate educator dedicated to nurturing young minds and collaborative learning.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to foster student growth and collaborate with a dedicated team.

I am a dedicated educator with a Master's degree in Educational Leadership, specializing in curriculum and instruction. My journey in teaching began with a Bachelor of Arts in Education, and I have spent over a decade honing my skills in various teaching roles, including as a Second Grade Teacher and ESL Coordinator. I believe in student-centered approaches that foster collaboration and engagement among students.

Currently, I teach second grade at Lincoln Elementary School, where I prepare lessons in Math and Reading, utilizing training in Go Math and CKLA. My previous experience as an ESL Teacher has equipped me with the skills to work with diverse learners, enhancing their vocabulary and language skills. I have successfully coordinated with fellow educators to create inclusive learning environments and have administered various assessments to track student progress.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Second Grade Teacher

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Lincoln Elementary School

Aug 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Taught in a second-grade classroom, preparing lessons for Math and Reading. Coordinated and planned with a team of four other teachers, utilizing training on Go Math and CKLA Amplify.

Lesson planning Classroom Management

ESL Coordinator

DePue Unit Schools

Aug 2009 - Aug 2023 (14 years)

Created schedules for bilingual aides and K-5 ESL groups, ensuring efficient resource allocation. Completed the ELL District Ceiling Calculator and managed the ESL Grant on SIS.

ESL Program Management Scheduling ACCESS Testing Coordination Bilingualism Data Management

ESL Teacher

DePue Unit Schools

Aug 2009 - Aug 2023 (14 years)

Worked with small groups of students to increase their English vocabulary, teaching K-5 reading and language arts. Administered the ACCESS Test to assess student proficiency.

English Language Arts Accessibility Testing Classroom Management

Resource Teacher

Holy Angels Catholic School

Aug 2008 - May 2009 (9 months)

Worked with first through third-grade students in small groups, focusing on reading development. Collaborated with the third-grade team to develop a Tall Tales Unit and participated in the Intervention Team.

Reading Intervention Curriculum Development Collaboration Classroom Support

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Concordia University River Forest

Administrative Certificate, Educational Administration

Obtained an Administrative Certificate, Type 75 Certification. This certification is essential for leadership roles within educational institutions.

Concordia University River Forest

Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, Curriculum & Instruction

Completed a Master of Arts in Educational Leadership, specializing in Curriculum & Instruction. This program focused on developing effective leadership skills for educational environments.

Aurora University

Bachelor of Arts in Education, Elementary Education

Earned a Bachelor of Arts in Education with a major in Elementary Education. The curriculum covered pedagogical theories, classroom management, and subject-specific teaching methods for elementary grades.

Aurora University

ESL Endorsement, English as a Second Language

Acquired an ESL Endorsement, enhancing qualifications to teach English as a Second Language. This endorsement provided specialized training in language acquisition and cultural competency.