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Education ! Central Michigan University Mount Pleasant, Michigan Masters of Early Childhood Education Fall 2010 Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, Michigan Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Spring 2006

Certification! State of Michigan Provisional Elementary Education Credential April 2006 K-5 All Subjects K-8 All Subjects Self Contained Classroom 6-8 Social Studies (DX) 6-8 Science (RX) Early Childhood Education (ZA) Endorsement March 2010

Recent Conferences and Trainings Platform University with Michael Hyatt 2014 SCORRE Speaking 2014 Facebook Profit Lab with Amy Porterfield 2014 Michigan Association Computer User Learning 2013 Common Core Teaching and Learning 2013 RTI Conference (Presenter) 2012 Catalyst Leadership Conference 2013,2012 Global Leadership Summit 2012, 2011 Thinking Small (Dave Treat and Russell Robinson) 2009 2014 Trainings SCORRE Speaking and Writing SEO Webinar Building Constant Contact Photoshop Wishlist 2013 Trainings Professional Learning Communities Skills of Collaboration HTML Code Writing Principles of Effective Meetings Dealing With Conflict On Teams Successful Inquiry Paraphrasing 101 Creating Norms of Collaboration 2012 Trainings Instructional Rounds Principles in Dynamical Systems Theories of Action Response to Intervention Smartboard Writer’s Workshop Reader’s Workshop

 

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Awarded Grants Turnaround School Leaders Grant Funded: $1.5K Equipping and Empowering Student Leaders Funded: $2540.00 Cross Curricular Reading Funded: $2500.00 Phonic Ear Grant- Vevi Koc Foundation Funded: $5000.00 First Book Award Grant Funded: $300.00 Memic Book Grant Funded: $500.00 Pets In The Classroom Funded: $200.00 Arts & Culture Trek Grant Funded: $150.00  Publications and Contributions Whitten, E., & Sheahan, M. (2010). Tools for Successful Co-teaching Teams: Quality Indicators Co-teaching Approaches, Key Attributes, and Research Based Strategies [Invited article]. American International College – Online Education Journal. Northern Arizona State University. MAISA Curriculum Writing Contributor 2011-2013 The State of Michigan asked specific educators to come together to write new reading, writing, and mathematics units of study to be distributed based on the common core. I was paid a stipend and asked to do work the past two years.

Khulua Foundation Guest Blogger 2013 Writings published on their foundation website monthly.

Technology Awarded the Intel Teach to the Future Award. Proficient applications and programs such as, Microsoft Office, Dreamweaver, Inspiration, Adobe Reader, Photoshop, Media Shout, CCB, iBook Author, Apple Developer, ZCAR Educational software such as PowerSchool, Creative Curriculum, Grade Quick, United Streaming and KidPix. Proficient in using equipment such as computer labs, LCD Projectors, Smart Boards, Phonic Ears, DSLR Cameras, iPads.

*Nominated for Michigan’s Teacher of the Year 2013*

Professional Blog/Websites teachingupstairs.com Professional Education Blog I designed that

includes articles and thoughts on curriculum design/development, educational philosophy, and classroom resources.

www.facebook.com/TeachingUpstairs Professional Education Facebook Page

www.mrssheahansclassroom.com My Former Classroom Website

www.facebook.com/Mrs.Sheahans.Classroom My Former Classroom Facebook Page

Ministry Experience  Mount Pleasant Community Church Mt. Pleasant, Michigan Access Guide 2013-present Redemption Small Group Leader 2012-present Co-Lead Missions Trip -Istanbul, Turkey 2010, 2011 Small Group Leadership Team Member 2008- 2014 Mom’s Heart Leadership Team 2008-2009 College Ministry Volunteer 2007-present Small Group Leader 2007-present Vacation Bible School Volunteer 2007-present

CRU Kalamazoo, Michigan

Helped launch CCC on Western Michigan University’s Campus 2005-2006

The Gathering Kalamazoo, Michigan

Spring Break Missions- Orphan Outreach in Reynosa, Mexico 2004 Small Group Leader 2003-2006 Coach 2004- 2006

Discipled a group of 8-10 college small group leaders. Co-created create curriculum which 10 small groups used over three semesters. Organized events and activities for community outreach. Created conferences and trainings for small group leaders. Participates in staff meetings and personal development conferences.

Dive Co-creator 2004-2006 Co-creator of a college women’s group that met once a week. 50-60 women attended on regular basis Co-creator of curriculum used as well as devotionals for the week.  

The River Kalamazoo, Michigan Four-Year- Old Sunday School Teacher 2004 - 2006

Conducted an organized, flexible, and safe learning environment for all students through consistency, preparedness, and understanding. Facilitated Sunday morning skits and large group activities. Participated in staff meetings, leadership development, and parent interaction.

 

Experience

Western Michigan University Kalamazoo, Michigan Grant Project Manager 2015-Current -Assist in the planning, organizing and directing all activities as required for the full implementation of project goals and objectives -Ensure that project activities are consistent with the project objectives and that objectives can be met with available resources -Develop, complete and finalize key project deliverables, i.e., participant websites, training materials, communications, etc., according to the timeline -Update the Project Co-Director on a regular basis about the progress of the project -Work in conjunction with Project Co-Director to prepare reports, financial and activities, for the US Department of Education

Mid Michigan Community College Mt. Pleasant, Michigan

Early Childhood Education Adjunct Professor! 2013-Current Teaching ECE101.ECE112, ECE114 -Work with students who are studying for a degree, certificate, or certification taking classes to improve their knowledge or career skills -Develop an instructional plan for each the courses I teach and ensure that it meets college and department standards. -Work with colleagues to develop or modify the curriculum for our certificate program involving our courses   Celebrate, Inc. ! Alma, Michigan Social Media and Marketing Director 2013-2014 -Social Media Content Creation (Facebook, Twitter, Google+, Pinterest)(Daily) -All Social Media and Online Marketing images -Social Media Interaction and answering messages on FB and Twitter (Daily) -Celebrate Daily Emails (Monday- Friday) Over 15,000 Subscribers -Social Media Quarterly Reports -Email Data Base Quarterly Reports -Management and Updates of Amazon Store and Square Store -Management and Updates of www.jayandlaura.com and www.lauralaffoon.com -Creation of Webinar and Webcast Campaigns -Blog Content Formatting and Design -Analytics on FB, Pinterest, Twitter Each Week LaughMedia Alma, Michigan Writer/Designer 2013-2014 Publications It’s All About the Shoes DVD and Curriculum 2014 Activate Your Communication 2014 More Talk, More Sex 2014

Webcast Series It’s All About the Shoes “Slippers Webcast” 2014 Living the Married Life Webcast Series 2014

Shepherd Elementary School Shepherd, Michigan Fourth Grade Teacher 2010-2013 -Teaching in an inclusive classroom of twenty-five fourth graders ��� -Develop lessons and units in all content areas using various teaching techniques based on the ���needs of the students, Michigan’s State Standards and Benchmarks, the district’s curriculum guidelines, and the Common Core State Standards. ��� -Modify & adapt the curriculum according to the goals & objectives of students with Individualized Education Plans. ��� -Advise Shepherd Elementary’s Student Council ��� -Apply new and innovative technology to enhance learning and differentiated instruction so all ���students can succeed and reach their highest potential. ��� -Continually collaborate with many different professionals including, the special education ���teacher, other grade level teachers, physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech and language pathologist, parents, and school administrators to help support students. ���

Morey Public School Academy Winn, Michigan Child Care Director, GSRP Associate Teacher ! 2009- 2010

Koc Elementary School! Istanbul, Turkey ! Math, Science and Computer Teacher 2006- 2007