Resumé

 

Shannon M. Warlop

shannon_o_40@hotmail.com

Objective

To obtain an elementary teaching position.

Education

Masters in Elementary Education 

Jones International University

Graduation Date of March 2008 

Certification:  Elementary Education G.P.A.: 3.83

BS in Athletic Training

Carthage College, Kenosha WI

Graduation date of May 2004

Degree in Athletic Training

Teaching Experience

Physical Education Teacher - K-5                                                      August 2009-present

Rivermont Collegiate, Bettendorf IA (NAIS member)                         Sue Johnson

• Teach students games, activities and sports they can do to stay fit.
  
• Show students how to work as a team and have good sportsmanship. 
  
• Through fun games and competitions students learn basic fundamentals and gross motor skills.

Lead Teacher - PreK September 2008-present

KinderCare Learning Centers Stacey

• Used curriculum and supplemental materials to be sure the children are engaged and learning to the best of their abilities.
• Organized and hosted Pre-K graduation and open houses.
• Organize activities appropriate for four and five year olds to enhance learning, development, and social skills.                                                                                                                           

Student Teaching - Second Grade                                                    January 2008-March 2008

Omro Elementary School, WI Coop Teacher: Joan Albright

• Used Einstein Science kits to teach students about changes through hands-on experiments.
  
• Worked with and used “guided reading bags” with checklist to encourage reading at home, parent involvement and fluency. 
  
• Implemented in class guided reading through small groups determined by reading level and centers.  Reading levels were determined by assessments throughout the year.
  
• Teachers manuals provided guideline for teaching math and social studies but other activities were pulled in to suite students’ needs and make materials more meaningful.
  

Student Teaching - Fourth Grade                                                       November 2007-January 2008

Omro Elementary School, WI Coop Teacher: Jenn Marks

• Designed and implemented language arts unit using the book Dear Mr. Henshaw.
  
• Developed writing assignment on “Life Without Electricity”.
  
• Used Einstein Science kits to teach students about electricity through hands-on experiments.
  
• A teachers manual provided guidelines for teaching math, however other activities such as games were pulled in to make materials more interesting.
  
• Implemented positive discipline plan which promoted student responsibility and student accountability.
  
  

Substitute Teacher - K-12 August 2006-November 2007

Community Unit School District 300, IL

• Created additional activities to encourage active learning when appropriate substitute instructions were not provided.
  
• Implemented teachers lessons plans that were provided and followed discipline procedures.
  
• Taught students different techniques to help them understand material they were having trouble on.
  
• Followed school policies and procedures.
  

Other Work Experience

Athletic Trainer                                                                                        August 2009-present

Rivermont Collegiate, Bettendorf IA                                                      Ed Knupp

• Attend games to assist with injuries that may occur.
• Perform evaluations and assist with rehabilitation as needed.
• Tape athletes according to findings in evaluations.

Head Girls Basketball Coach                                                              May 2009-present

Rivermont Collegiate, Bettendorf IA                                                      Ed Knupp

• Help to start a girls basketball program by holding open gyms and creating a girls team.
• Teach players fundamentals and the rules of basketball as they enter their first season.
• Run Saturday morning kids clinics to help young kids learn fundamentals of the game and promote the basketball program.

Seventh Grade Assistant Basketball Coach January 2008-March 2008

Omro Middle School, WI Athletic Director:                                            Sheila Seminas

Responsible for: 

• Teaching the rules of basketball
  
• Helping players develop fundamental skills
  
• Developed them to think and work as a team
  

Athletic Trainer August 2006-June 2007

Accelerated Rehab, Hampshire High School, IL                                 Jim Wallis

• Performed evaluations
  
• Supervised rehabilitation and Injury prevention
  
• Assisted athletes with off-season speed and agility
  

Physical Therapy Assistant September 2004-August 2006

Sabal Physical Therapy, Chicago IL James Sabal

• Assisted patients with rehabilitation
  
• Performed modalities
  
• Took patients through weight training program
  
• Performed marketing and computer work
  

Additional Qualifications

• Very proficient in the use of computers, programs and technology.
  
• Attended in-service workshops on Elementary Literature and Reading.
  
• Used the Einstein Science program.
  
• Experience coaching Middle School and Upper School Girls basketball.
• Certified Athletic Trainer
• Red Cross Professional Rescuer
• Willing to coach middle school basketball, track. and volleyball or High School Basketball.
  
• Experience as Student Council Advisor.

Professional Goals

• I have a serious commitment to be the best teacher for all students that I have the opportunity to teach.
  
• I will develop inspiring hands-on lessons that will capture my student’s imagination.
  
• I will work hard to have a positive influence on all those around me including students, parents and fellow teachers.
  
• I will keep up with the most effective and current teaching methods by attending workshops, conferences, classes and reading books and journals.
  
• I plan to do my best to instill proper manners in those I teach.
  
• I will challenge each of my students on a daily basis.