My name is Shakiera McGaughy, and I am a dedicated educator committed to academic excellence and student success. I earned a Bachelor of Science in Education from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, where I built a strong foundation in instructional practices, curriculum design, classroom management, and student-centered learning. As part of my teacher preparation, I successfully completed all required educator licensure assessments, including Praxis Reading (175), Mathematics (145), Science (163), Social Studies (200),and the Foundations of Reading Assessment (258). These achievements reflect my commitment to meeting the highest professional standards and providing high-quality instruction to every student. I am beginning my career as a 5th Grade English Language Arts teacher, where I strive to foster literacy, critical thinking, and a classroom culture built on respect, inclusion, and high expectations. My goal is to inspire students to become confident learners while helping them reach their full academic and personal potential. As I continue my professional journey, I plan to expand my instructional expertise, pursue advanced educational opportunities, and make a lasting impact through effective teaching, leadership, and advocacy for all learners.

• 5TH Grade ELA Teacher

  Education · Helena West Helena School District

  Jan 2026 – Present

• Substitute

  Education · Helena West Helena School District

  Jan 2022 – Jan 2025

• 4th Grade Field Experience

  Education · Helena West Helena School District

  Jan 2024 – Jan 2025

• 5th Grade Intern

  Education · Helena West Helena School District

  Jan 2025 – Present

• 3rd Grade Paraprofessional Teacher

  Education · Helena West Helena School District

  Jan 2025 – Present

• Volunteering
• Entrepreneurship

• Cheerleading

  Varsity · 1 award

  2017 – 2019

  Awards:

  yes

• Assist with registration

  Volunteering · Helena West Helena School District

  2026 – 2026

  Mission:

  The mission of assisting with student registration is to ensure a smooth, efficient, and welcoming enrollment process for students and their families. This includes helping families complete required documentation, providing clear and accurate information, and ensuring that all student records are properly collected and organized. The goal is to support access to education by making the registration process organized, supportive, and stress-free for all participants.