MEREDI TH EDWARDS SHEFFI ELD

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C A NDI DA T E P R OF I L E
Technology-savvy educator highly-qualified to teach secondary mathematics. Adept at selecting teaching
strategies to create quality learning experiences for all students. Dedicated to making mathematics accessible to
all levels of learners. Special interest in standards-based assessing and reporting (SBAR/SBG).
Alabama Class B Certification in Secondary Mathematics (6-12), #396343
Praxis II Mathematics: Content Knowledge (0061), passed April 2009 with score of 168
Lanett Junior High School Teacher of the Year, 2011-2012
E DUC A T I ON
Bachelor of Science, Secondary Education and Mathematics Dec 2009
Auburn University Montgomery, Montgomery, Alabama
GPA: 3.57/4.0
Deans List
ETS Recognition of Excellence for Praxis II score
Scholarships: AUM Merit Scholarship, Waller Hollis Scholarship
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Aug 2007
Auburn University, Auburn, Alabama
R E L E V A NT E X P E R I E NC E
Mathematics Teacher 2012 Present
Smiths Station Freshman Center, Smiths Station, Alabama
Collaborated with colleagues to determine pacing and sequence of topics within each course based on
student mastery as assessed through system-wide benchmarks as well as teacher-created formative and
summative assessments
Developed and implemented comprehensive, data-driven lesson plans comprised of research-based
strategies, and differentiated instruction to reach all learners including those qualifying for special services
per IEPs, IELPs, and 504 plans
Initiated the use of Interactive Notebooks to promote student engagement and accountability
Communicated with parents and students via Remind101 and twitter as well as traditional methods
Courses taught: Algebra 1, Pre-AP Geometry
Club Sponsorship: SSFC Readers Club, SSFC Math Club
Committee Service: RTI (2012-2013), EL Support (2013-2014), Data Team (2013-2014)

Mathematics Teacher 2010 2012
Lanett Junior High School, Lanett, Alabama
Taught every Lanett Jr. High student (approximately 140 students) on an alternating block schedule
Determined pacing and sequence of topics within each course based on expert knowledge of the material
and assessment of student mastery using STAR Math and STI Assessments among others
Included before-, during-, and after-reading strategies in every lesson based on ARI-PAL guidelines
Coordinated ARMT Blitz Week, an intensive ARMT math review involving co-teaching in the mathematics
classroom and guided math instruction by all teachers in all classrooms
Initiated ARMT Monday, a school-wide, weekly review of ALCOS standards for math and reading
Communicated with parents via quarterly math e-newsletters, as well as conferences, phone calls, and e-
mails regarding progress towards individual student goals
Courses taught: 7th Grade Math, Advanced 7th Grade Math, Pre-Algebra, Advanced Pre-Algebra
Club Sponsorship: LJHS Scholars Bowl team
Committee Service: RTI/PST, Math Team, CIP Committee, Leadership Team, Standardized Testing
Incentives Committee, Textbook Selection Committee
MEREDI TH EDWARDS SHEFFI ELD
xxx xxxx xxxxxxxxxx xxxxx, Auburn, Alabama 36832 ! sheffieldmath@gmail.com ! xxx.xxx.xxxx
Long-term Substitute May 2010
Smiths Station High School, Smiths, Alabama
Assumed all responsibilities of a regular classroom teacher including instruction, assessment, classroom
management, faculty meetings, and communication with parents
Completed all duties associated with the end of the school year

Intern Fall 2009
Opelika High School, Opelika, Alabama
Created and presented standards-based lessons employing a variety of teaching strategies for ninth grade
geometry and algebra courses
Facilitated review for the mathematics portion of the Alabama High School Graduation Exam

Summer Enrichment Camp Instructor Summer 2009
Auburn University Montgomery, Montgomery, Alabama
Designed and implemented student-centered lessons to encourage students to make connections between
mathematics and meteorology
Managed 25 rising 4th-, 5th-, and 6th graders

Mathematics Lab Assistant 2008-2009
Auburn University Montgomery, Montgomery, Alabama
Instructed and tutored 25 college algebra students per session (125 students weekly)
Proctored math placement tests at Auburn Montgomery and Auburn main campus
Provided technical support to students using CourseCompass software and mathematics lab hardware

Laboratory Student 2007-2009
Alexander City, Montgomery, and Prattville Public Schools
Tutored and led small-group mathematics instruction in middle school, junior high, and high school settings
Worked one-on-one with high school students with autism and severe developmental disabilities
P R OF E S S I ONA L DE V E L OP ME NT
Content Literacy
EL Support Training
Teaching on the Block
Using Moodle v2.5
21
st
Century Tools: Wikis, Blogs, Podcasts, and Skype
Classroom Management in the 21st Century
Differentiating Instruction to Accommodate Learning Styles
Special Students in Regular Classrooms: Tech, Teaching, & Universal Design
DE V E L OP E D T E C HNI C A L S K I L L S
Computer Literacy
IBM/PC
Apple Macintosh
Linux
iLife
iWork
Microsoft Access
Microsoft Excel
Microsoft Word
Microsoft PowerPoint
Educational Technology
Blogging
Concept mapping software
Compass Learning
Edmodo
Geometers Sketchpad
Global Scholar
Google Docs
GradeCam
Interactive white boards
Moodle
Podcasting
Remind (formerly Remind101)
STI Assessment Software
WebQuests
Wikis