Shawn Conner

Experience

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  University Instructors (UI)

  Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

  Literacy Coach

  -Instructed struggling pupils in reading, writing, and study skills.-Adapted lessons and organized materials for English language learners.-Prepared seniors for the Alabama Graduation Exam.

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  Hoover City Schools

  Aug 2014 - May 2015

  Substitute Teacher

  Performed the duties and responsibilities of teachers at all grade levels and subjects.

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  St. Bernard Prep School

  Aug 2015 - Dec 2015

  Long Term Substitute Teacher

  -Taught Government, World, and European History courses.-Held class debates over issues including the appropriate interpretation of the Constitution and the role of states' rights in modern America-Emphasized the critical thinking skills via document based questions and Socratic seminars.-Supervised club meetings, fundraisers, and parties as a sponsor of the House of Cluny.

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  Mountain Brook Schools

  Jun 2018 - Jul 2018

  Graduate Student Researcher

  -Worked with students enrolled at Crestline Elementary School's Making Sense Summer Camp.-Reviewed and practiced math and reading strategies with third grade students.

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  Independent Presbyterian Church

  Jun 2018 - Jun 2018

  Graduate Student Researcher

  -Led small group lessons in fifth grade language arts and math.

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  Shelby County Schools

  Aug 2018 - Dec 2018

  Graduate Student Researcher

  -Worked with second and fifth grade teachers and students.-Guided a number talk on comparing numerical values.-Wrote and taught second grade lessons on citizenship and how to write using text evidence.-Designed and executed a fractions intervention plan.-Held number talks on adding and subtracting fractions.-Recreated pre-Columbian cuisine as part of a lesson on the Columbian Exchange.

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  Hoover City Schools

  Jan 2019 - May 2020

  -Co-teacher at Spain Park High School.Co-taught algebra, geometry, physical science, environmental science, 9th grade English, US History, US Government, and economics.-Supported students with a wide range of abilities, talents, and obstacles to surmount in each of their core academic courses.-Developed numeracy, deductive, and paraphrasing competencies of Life Skills students.-Cultivated a habit of grit in each class.-Sought ways to make a more profound impact in the lives of my students.-Encouraged analytical and evaluative skills in history class via tournament brackets. Show less

  • Co Teacher

    Aug 2016 - May 2020

  • Student Teacher

    Jan 2019 - May 2019
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  Mountain Brook Schools

  Aug 2020 - now

  ● Carried out existing plans and wrote lesson plans for classes while teachers quarantined.● Created court based games for the Business Law curriculum.● Instructed special needs students in reading lessons.● Designed lessons inspired by Ron Ritchhart and Mark Church to deepen student connections.

  • Long-term Permanent Sub

    Aug 2020 - now

  • Resource Aide at Mountain Brook High School

    Aug 2020 - now