Elementary Education Substitute Teacher

SHAMEKA BACON

Elementary Educator Substitute Teacher Reading & Early Childhood Education

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Dedicated and compassionate educator with a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a minor in Reading from Jackson State University. Experienced in elementary and early-childhood settings, including substitute teaching, student teaching, and approximately eight years of preschool experience. Skilled in classroom management, differentiated instruction, student grouping, curriculum development, organization, and tracking student progress. EDUCATION

Jackson State University — Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; Minor: Reading PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SUBSTITUTE TEACHER — Lewisville Independent School District

• Provide instructional support and classroom supervision for students across elementary grade levels.

• Follow lesson plans and maintain continuity of instruction in the absence of the classroom teacher.

• Adapt instruction and classroom activities to meet different student learning needs.

• Maintain a positive, respectful, and structured classroom environment.

• Use effective classroom-management strategies to promote student engagement and appropriate behavior.

• Support individual and small-group learning activities.

• Demonstrate flexibility by adjusting to different classrooms, grade levels, and instructional expectations. STUDENT TEACHER — Lewisville Independent School District

• Planned and delivered age-appropriate lessons aligned with curriculum and learning objectives.

• Used differentiated instruction to support students with varying academic needs.

• Applied effective student-grouping strategies to encourage participation and learning.

• Monitored student understanding and adjusted instruction when needed.

• Supported classroom routines, behavior management, and student engagement.

• Tracked student progress and used classroom information to guide instruction.

• Collaborated with classroom educators and school staff to support student learning. PRESCHOOL EDUCATOR — Mothers Love Learning Center

• Provided daily care, supervision, and instruction for preschool children, primarily ages four and five.

• Developed age-appropriate activities supporting early literacy, language, math, social-emotional development, and motor skills.

• Created a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.

• Adapted activities to accommodate individual learning styles and developmental needs.

• Maintained organized classroom materials and communicated with families and staff regarding children’s daily experiences and progress.

CORE SKILLS

Elementary Classroom Instruction • Classroom Management • Differentiated Instruction • Student Grouping • Curriculum Development • Lesson Planning • Student Engagement • Student Progress Tracking • Early Childhood Education • Reading Instruction • Organization • Flexibility & Adaptability • Collaboration • CPR CERTIFICATION

Teaching License: Renewal/in-progress status

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