Matt Shock

Experience

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  Eckerd (Eckerd Youth Alternatives, Inc)

  Mar 2009 - Aug 2010

  Teacher

  • Facilitated individualized learning plans for at-risk youth (ages 10-18) in the areas of social studies, math, and reading• Designed progress reports, final transcripts, and recommendation letters• Collaborated extensively with high schools, universities, and employers to coordinate future career path for students• Designed progress reports, final transcripts, and recommendation letters• Collaborated extensively with high schools, universities, and employers to coordinate future career path for students Show less

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  SpringBrook Behavioral Health

  Aug 2010 - Oct 2014

  Social Studies/English Language Arts Teacher

  • Personalized daily instruction for secondary level students in a residential treatment facility• Designed curriculum around Common Core and State Standards for English Language Arts & Literacy in History/Social Studies• Developed post-treatment plans for students who transition into their new educational setting

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  Catapult Learning

  Aug 2014 - Jun 2018

  Virtual Social Studies Teacher

  • Bolstered online student engagement using the Apex Curriculum• Delivered individual coaching to ensure academic success

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  Wyzant

  Jan 2015 - now

  Academic Tutor

  • 1-on-1 online tutoring for elementary through college-aged students across the country in the areas of Social Studies, English, & Mathematics• Received regional recognition for student tutoring support in test preparation and study skill development

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  Cyber Academy of South Carolina

  Aug 2016 - Jul 2023

  High School Social Studies Teacher

  • Teaches AP U.S. Government & Politics, U.S. History, and World History • Spearheaded the development of school’s Advanced Placement Program• Integrate technology to support student learning• Tailor asynchronous and synchronous lesson plans around individual learning needs and accommodations • Implement data-driven evidence to inform my instructional practices and curriculum design• Advise support systems on student progress and provide timely academic feedback• Lead Social Studies Department operations and planning in alignment to school goals Show less

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  Heron Virtual Academy of South Carolina

  Aug 2023 - now

  Assistant Principal

  • Lead the launch of South Carolina’s first virtual alternative high school• Responsible for staff hiring and professional development delivery• Coordinate the school’s mentorship program for new hires• Assist the administration team in overseeing daily school operations and policies• Collaborate with advisors, counselors, and school leaders to support student engagement• Conduct monthly teaching observations and semi-annual performance evaluations• Implement Trauma Skilled Schools Model to support the social-emotional needs of students and bolster academic achievement Show less