Shannon Maxon
Marana
Summary
Adept at fostering collaborative learning environment that encourages student growth and achievement. Skilled in classroom management, lesson planning, and adapting to diverse educational needs. Known for reliability and flexibility, ensuring smooth and effective teaching operations. Dedicated to fostering engaging, hands-on learning environments through STEM and project-based learning. Professional educator with strong background in developing and implementing engaging curriculum.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher (3rd Grade)
Innovation Academy
08.2021 - Current
- Develop and implement project-based learning units aligned with state standards at a public STEM school
- Incorporate STEM principles and hands-on learning in cross-curricular instruction
- Foster an inquiry-driven classroom environment integrating technology, engineering, and mathematics
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Teacher (4th & 5th Grade)
Donaldson Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2021
- Teach a general education curriculum focusing on writing, math, technology, social studies, science, and reading
- Implement inquiry-based and project-based learning strategies
- Utilize data-driven assessments to guide differentiated instruction and support student achievement
- Experience in looping instruction by teaching both 4th and 5th grades
- 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.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Washington University
Bellingham, WA06.2017
Skills
- Leadership
- Team Collaboration
- Continuous Learning
- Imaginative & Innovative Instruction
- Organization & Planning
- STEM Integration
- Hands-on Learning
- Inquiry-Based Teaching
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Certification
- National Board Certification, 2024
- Structured English Immersion, 2024
Extracurricularleadership
- 301 Coordinator, Develop and manage the school’s 301 plan.
- Odyssey of the Mind Coach, Mentor students in creative problem-solving competitions.
- Girls Who Code Club Leader, Established and lead the club since 2021, integrating STEM education.
- PBIS Committee, Organize activities promoting positive campus behavior.
- 21st CCLC Coach, Technology Club, Teach students advanced technology and coding skills., Girls’ Sports Club, Encourage young girls to engage in physical activities and sports.
Awards
- Air and Space Forces Southern Arizona Science Teacher of the Year, 2023
- 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place at SARSEF 2021-2024
Professional Development
- Invention Engines Training
- Presented at ITEEA Conference (2023)
- DRA, Everyday Math, Lucy Calkins, Math Solutions, Mathematical Mindset
- Balanced Literacy, Water Festival, Code.org, SMARTBoard 19, Junior Great Books
- NEU Bootcamp, Curious Classroom, ALEKS, NCTM, Google Classroom, Picture Perfect STEM
Timeline
Teacher (3rd Grade)
Innovation Academy
08.2021 - Current
Teacher (4th & 5th Grade)
Donaldson Elementary School
08.2017 - 05.2021
- National Board Certification, 2024
- Structured English Immersion, 2024
Bachelor of Arts - Special Education
Western Washington University
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