Shadeira Nesmith

About Shadeira Nesmith

I\'m excited to connect with tech professionals and aspiring developers, feel free to reach out!In my role as an educator, I focus on guiding individuals as they transition into full-time software development. I teach essential technical skills, covering everything from front-end to back-end applications, utilizing tools like HTML, CSS, JavaScript, React, Git, SQL, and more.But being an educator goes beyond just technical expertise; it\'s about fostering meaningful connections and growing alongside my students. With over 7 years of experience, I\'ve had the privilege of instructing over 200 students. From curious 4-year-olds exploring coding for games to aspiring professionals preparing for a career in tech, I\'ve worked with a diverse range of learners.As I embark on the next phase of my career, I\'m eager to find a dynamic and collaborative role that offers fresh learning opportunities. I\'m excited about the prospect of contributing to innovative projects within Curriculum Content Development and Program Management to further expand my skills along the way.

Experience

1. Co-founder

   Stacked Up Academy

   Oct 2021 — Present

   SUA is dedicated to educating learners K-12 through engaging, play-based activities that integrate technology, design, and finance: • We develop and implement interactive curriculum and resources for K12 learners that introduce them to tech, design, and financial literacy, promoting hands-on learning and real-world problem-solving.• Design lesson plans for workshops, webinars, and after-school programs, ensuring alignment with our educational goals.• Manage organizational workflows to stay informed about current educational trends and incorporate them into our programs.• Engage with parents that homeschool to provide insights into their children\'s learning experiences and progress, promoting a supportive educational environment:• Introducing foundational computer science concepts to K12 students, bridging the gap for those with limited prior exposure to code, design and finance subjects.• Designing engaging, hands-on activities that foster problem-solving, critical thinking, and coding skills, preparing students for advanced studies and STEM careers.• Encouraging participation from underrepresented communities, creating inclusive content that reflects diverse experiences and perspectives.• Spark curiosity and excitement about tech, design and finance at an early age.• Collaborated with educators and organizations to align curriculum goals with industry standards and 21st-century learning objectives.

Education

• Caldwell University

  Bachelor of Arts - BA, Communication and Media Studies

  2012 — 2017

• Caldwell University

  Minor, Computer Information Systems

  2012 — 2017

Skills

• Html Scripting
• Team Leadership
• Social Media
• Sublime Text
• Microsoft Office
• Javascript
• 3d Printing
• Cascading Style Sheets (Css)
• Creative Writing
• Wix
• Event Planning
• Strategic Planning
• Blogging
• Leadership
• Critical Thinking
• Web Design
• Programming
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Adobe Xd
• Customer Service