{"id":348,"date":"2026-08-26T21:06:19","date_gmt":"2026-08-26T21:06:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eportfolio.siue.edu\/troy-shaffer\/?page_id=348"},"modified":"2026-09-14T20:56:40","modified_gmt":"2026-09-14T20:56:40","slug":"resume","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/eportfolio.siue.edu\/troy-shaffer\/resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Troy Shaffer&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">&nbsp;618-917-5577 ~ 18 Legacy Drive, Granite City, IL 62040 ~ <a href=\"mailto:troy.shaffer74@gmail.com\">troy.shaffer74@gmail.com<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Education<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) &#8211; Edwardsville, IL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Bachelor in English Education<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Expected Graduation: 2028\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Preparing for a career teaching English at the secondary level.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Coursework focused on English literature, writing, language, education, instructional methods, and teaching practice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Scholarships<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>CODES Scholarship at SIUE\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Community Oriented Digital Engagement Scholar<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Competitive full ride scholarship\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Participated in a two-year collaborative research project in partnership with the Missouri Botanical Garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Worked with a student research team to investigate Indigenous knowledge and its representation within the Missouri Botanical Garden.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Researched connections among Indigenous knowledge, plants, archives, and institutional practices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaborated with a group to develop an Indigenous Knowledge Tour highlighting Indigenous perspectives and knowledge.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Developed skills in research, collaboration, communication, critical thinking, and community engagement.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Teaching Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Alton High School &#8211; Alton, IL<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>English Education Observer\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>August &#8211; December 2026\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Observe high school English instruction and classroom management strategies.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Gain firsthand experience with the daily responsibilities and expectations of a secondary English teacher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Observe methods for engaging students with reading, writing, speaking, and discussion.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with classroom activities and student learning when appropriate.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Connect teaching strategies and methods learned through SIUE coursework to a high school classroom environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reflect on student engagement, classroom management, and instructional practices.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Professional Experience<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Crazy Bowls and Wraps &#8211; Edwardsville, IL\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cashier\/Shift Lead &#8211; October 2021 &#8211; August 2024<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Manager &#8211; January 2026 &#8211; Present\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lead employees during shifts in a fast-paced restaurant environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Delegate responsibilities and communicate expectations to team members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Train new employees in workplace procedures and responsibilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Assist with resolving customer concerns and maintaining a positive customer experience.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Help maintain an organized and productive workplace.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Balance multiple responsibilities while demonstrating leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Panera Bread &#8211; Edwardsville, IL\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Cashier\/Barista &#8211; May 2021 &#8211; September 2021\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Provided friendly and efficient customer service in a fast-paced restaurant environment.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Operated the register and accurately handled customer transactions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prepared coffee and other beverages according to workplace standards.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Communicated and collaborated with coworkers to complete daily operations.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintained a clean and organized front-of-house and beverage area.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Skills<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Leadership and team management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Written and verbal communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Research and academic writing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Collaboration and teamwork<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Public speaking and presentations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Customer service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Organization and time management<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Problem-solving<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Critical Reading &amp; 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