English Language Learners
Shelly Smith
Interventionist/ELL
P: 515-242-8435 | E: shelly.smith@dmschools.org
Biography
Educational Experience:
Master of Arts in Education
K-6 Elementary Classroom
K-8 Reading
K-8 Speech Communications/Theatre
K-12 English as a Second Language
K-12 Athletic Coach
Training:
IB-An Introduction to the Curriculum Model
Responsive Classroom Overview & Responsive Classroom Course
Teaching Experience:
I have been with DMPS for 21 years.
I have taught second grade, English Language Learners, title reading and Reading Recovery.
My hope and dream for my students is that they would read at grade level and enjoy lots of non-fiction books.
Emily Walter
Teacher - English Language Learners
P: 515-242-8435 | E: emily.heetland@dmschools.org
Biography
Education Experience:
BA in Elementary Education from Luther College
ESL endorsement
Music Minor
Training:
Responsive Classroom Overview
Teaching Experience:
I taught English in Taiwan for two years. I have been with the Des Moines School District for two years.
My hopes and dreams for my students this year are to gain confidence speaking English. I also hope they acquire English language skills in order to become a proficient reader and writer.