Amber Shannon

Learning design and curriculum development professional with 9+ years of experience creating, reviewing, and evaluating instructional content across K–12 and adult learning environments. Skilled in curriculum alignment, instructional review, content accuracy verification, and educational technology integration. Experienced reviewing instructional materials, presentations, assessments, and digital learning resources to ensure accuracy, clarity, and alignment with learning objectives.

6th–8th Grade Math Teacher - Mesa County Valley School District 51 - Grand Junction, CO

(2020-05)

• Design, develop, and deliver standards-aligned instructional programs; conduct ongoing needs assessments using performance data to identify skill gaps and drive curriculum improvements.
• Evaluate learning effectiveness through assessment data and performance metrics; adjust instructional strategies to improve outcomes for diverse learners.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with administrators, instructional coaches, and colleagues to align learning initiatives with organizational goals and support continuous improvement.
• Support technology adoption across multiple platforms (HMH Into Math, Waggle, Google Classroom, Desmos, Khan Academy); mentor colleagues and apply AI tools including ChatGPT and Microsoft Copilot to accelerate content development.
• Serve as a leader for our district in the implementation of HMH Into Math Waggle, supporting colleagues and providing feedback on platform functionality, ensuring math problems are correct and make sense to students.
• Identify, document and report errors, formatting issues and functionality concerns to HMH, contributing to continuous product improvement and improved classroom usability.
• Balance multiple curriculum development, instructional planning, and review responsibilities while consistently meeting district and instructional deadlines.

Adjunct Professor, Introduction to PC Applications - Colorado Northwestern Community College - Rangely, CO

(2018 - 2021-12)

• Designed and facilitated fully online courses for adult learners applying adult learning theory to support varied backgrounds and experience levels.
• Developed curriculum, assessments, and instructional materials; evaluated learner performance and iterated on delivery based on results and feedback.
• Provided individualized coaching and support to improve learner achievement and workforce readiness outcomes.

Computer Teacher / IT Director / 5th–6th Grade Teacher - De Beque School District - De Beque, CO

(2017-05 - 2020-05)

• Led a district-wide 1:1 Chromebook rollout, developed training programs, created implementation materials and job aids, and guided staff through technology adoption and change management.
• Facilitated professional learning for educators on Google Workspace and instructional technology; served as primary resource for troubleshooting and user support during implementation.
• Managed project timelines, cross-functional stakeholder needs, and vendor relationships; administered Google Workspace for Education across the district.

Employment Trainer / Child Care Intern - Mesa County Workforce Center - Grand Junction, CO

(2015-12 - 2016-07)

• Delivered workforce readiness training for adult learners; provided coaching and individualized feedback to improve employment outcomes.
• Facilitated workshops on résumé development, interviewing, and workplace communication; maintained program documentation for compliance and program evaluation.

Master of Science - Curriculum, Instruction, and Design - Western Governors University (2025-03)

Elementary Education Teaching License - K–6 - Colorado Mesa University

Bachelor of Science - Computer Information Systems - Mesa State College