Education Specialist Intern - Mild/Mod - Learning Center 2023-2025
Virginia Peterson Elementary, Paso Robles
Differentiated instruction provided for TK-6th grade students, with an emphasis on positive tailored experiences for students with special needs who have an Individualized Education Program. Experience with the station teaching model for teaching a wide range of differences and goals. Individual Education Program development and implementation Organizational skills in delivering assessments, collecting assessment data, as well as student work samples Experience with maintaining a positive learning environment with a token/point economy system, as well as other positive behavioral interventions customized for each particular student. Long-term Substitute Teacher - Kindergarten Intensive Learning Center (KILC) March 2023 - June 2023 Pat Butler Elementary, Paso Robles
Instruction for Kindergarten students who were in need of intensive academic, as well as behavioral support both inside the general education environment and outside of, in the learning center. Utilized a combination of whole group and station (small group) teaching to provide academic support. Experience with Kindergarten student population in teaching token economy, behavioral expectations - supporting students with natural consequences and restorative practices. SH Paraeducator - Mod/Severe (ESN) - Adaptive Learning Center (ALC) Academic and behavioral support for students with extensive support needs, grades 3-6. Experience utilizing and instructing students in their use of AAC devices Whole group and small group support
Daily living support, including eating, drinking, bathroom, transport to and from class. EDUCATION SPECIALIST
SPECIAL EDUCATION
SHANNON M. MYERS
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ACADEMIC HISTORY
A dedicated educator with two years of experience encouraging students with special educational needs to learn new skills and elevate pre-existing skills in an enriching classroom environment. Expertise in differentiated instruction, classroom and behavioral management, and student engagement with various academic levels. Strong collaboration skills with fellow team members, parents, and students as it pertains to a students’ education goals.
University of Massachusetts Global 2024-2025
Master of Teaching - MAT
GPA: 3.9
In process - graduation Summer 2025
University of Massachusetts Global 2020-2022
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Studies
GPA: 4.0
Cuesta Community College 2020 - 2022
Associate of Arts - Liberal Studies and Humanities GPA: 4.0
Graduated with High Honors
Cuesta Community College 2014-2016
Associate of Arts - Mathematics and Sciences
GPA: 3.8
Graduated with High Honors
Education Specialist Intern Credential 2024-2026 Virginia Peterson Elementary, San Luis Obispo County CPR and First Aid Certification 2025-2027
American Red Cross
CPI Certified 2023-2025
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