Abby Sharkey

Passionate and organized individual committed to supporting and advocating for others' needs. Utilizes creativity and communication skills to improve and maintain long-lasting relationships. Learns quickly and takes initiative to fulfill duties and plan for future events.

Certificated Teacher - Temecula International Academy - Temecula, CA

(2025-08 - 2026-06)

• Developed and implemented standards-based lessons for a diverse class of 2nd grade students, adjusting methods and assignments to accommodate IEPs and multiple learning modalities
• Blended art, American Sign Language vocabulary, and social-emotional learning (RULER curriculum) into daily lessons for core subjects to simplify complex concepts and make connections to real-world problems
• Trained with Marzano Resources and implemented Marzano strategies to increase engagement, deepen understanding, and develop growth mindsets

Student Teacher - Murrieta Valley Unified School District - Murrieta, CA

(2024-08 - 2024-12)

• Created differentiated lesson plans to support 3rd grade state standards in math, ELA, science, and social studies
• Piloted i-Ready Classroom Math curriculum, acquiring student data through frequent comprehension checks to share with school administrators
• Integrated bilingual instruction into 3rd grade curriculum by teaching related American Sign Language vocabulary

Substitute Teacher - Murrieta Valley Unified School District - Murrieta, CA

(2023-02 - 2025-06)

• Adapted to various teaching styles and classroom environments for TK-12th grade
• Provided instructional support for students across several subjects, ensuring continuity of learning
• Conducted assessments to monitor student progress and report data to lead teacher

Substitute Teacher - Menifee Union School District - Menifee, CA

(2023-02 - 2023-08)

• Incorporated technology and interactive games into the grade-level curriculum to maintain engagement for students in kindergarten through 8th grade
• Implemented individualized learning plans for children with IEPS and special needs
• Assisted lead teachers with managing classroom behavior and preparing future assignments

Tutor - Club Z! - Murrieta, CA

(2023-01 - 2023-06)

• Utilized visual aids to teach over one hundred English words and early algebra skills to EL sophomore with no background in reading or writing
• Worked one-on-one with a 5th-grade student to improve multiplication and division skills and problem-solving methods

Instructional Student Assistant/Grader - California State University, San Marcos – Liberal Studies Department - San Marcos, CA

(2021-08 - 2021-12)

• Graded undergraduate student assignments, providing feedback to improve the clarity and depth of writing
• Communicated closely with the professor to develop assignment rubrics and determine the grading scale

Academic Tutor - Ace Tutoring of San Marcos - San Marcos, CA

(2019-10 - 2020-12)

• Reinforced classroom learning by providing and discussing standards-based study materials for diverse students
• Prepared high school students for SATs by discussing SAT practice problems and administering practice exams

Master of Arts in Teaching - Elementary Education - Western Governors University (2024-12)

Bachelor of Arts in Liberal Studies - Art Emphasis - California State University San Marcos (2022-12)