Aly Sheehan
Belgrade,ME
Summary
Highly dedicated and motivated educator with a strong commitment to providing a quality education to students. Demonstrated passion for fostering a positive learning environment and facilitating student growth and development. Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing for effective collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues. Committed to continuous professional growth and staying abreast of the latest educational practices. Exhibits a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt diverse learning needs. Proven track record of effectively managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a structured and engaging classroom environment. Recognized for creating and implementing innovative lesson plans that cater to various learning styles.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
5th grade Teacher
Belgrade Central School
Belgrade
2023.01 - 2024.01
- Hired as a 5th-grade teacher, instructed all academic subject areas to a class of twenty-one students.
- This includes making impactful connections with students, planning and delivering lessons, and collaboration with colleagues to help improve students' support and success in and out of the classroom.
- Highly dedicated and motivated educator with a strong commitment to providing a quality education to students
- Demonstrated passion for fostering a positive learning environment and facilitating student growth and development.
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills, allowing for effective collaboration with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Committed to continuous professional growth and staying abreast of the latest educational practices.
- Exhibits a strong work ethic and the ability to adapt diverse learning needs
- Proven track record of effectively managing classroom dynamics and maintaining a structured and engaging classroom environment
- Recognized for creating and implementing innovative lesson plans that cater to various learning styles
- Established positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Key Contributions: Plan, prepare and deliver lesson plans and instructional materials that facilitate active learning, Develops schemes of work, lesson plans and tests that are in accordance with established procedures, Instruct and monitor students in the use of learning materials and equipment, Use relevant technology to support and differentiate instruction, Manage student behavior in the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures, Maintain discipline in accordance with the rules and disciplinary systems of the school, Provide appropriate feedback on work, Encourage and monitor the progress of individual students and use information to adjust teaching strategies, Maintain accurate and complete records of students' progress and development, Update all necessary records accurately and completely as required by laws, district policies and school regulations, Prepare required reports on students and activities, Participate in department, school, district and parent meetings, Communicate necessary information regularly to students, colleagues and parents regarding student progress and student needs, Establish and communicate clear objectives for all learning activities, Prepare classroom for class activities, Provide a variety of learning materials and resources for use in educational activities, Assign and grade class work, homework, tests and assignments.
Long Term Substitute
Belgrade Central School
Belgrade
2023.03 - 2023.06
- Hired as a full-time, long-term substitute teacher following student teaching practicum, instructing all academic subject areas to classrooms of up to twenty-two third-grade students.
- During this time, taking on all duties of the classroom teacher.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback on assignments, tests, and projects.
- Supported individual students who needed additional assistance on assignments or concepts taught in class.
- Monitored attendance records, enforced rules regarding tardiness or absences, and completed incident reports when necessary.
- Assisted with special projects such as field trips, extracurricular activities.
- Ensured that the curriculum was being followed as required by the school district.
- Created an atmosphere conducive to learning by establishing clear expectations for behavior and performance.
- This includes making impactful connections with students, planning and delivering lessons, and collaboration with colleagues to help improve students' support and success in and out of the classroom.
- Key Contributions: Plan and deliver engaging and effective lessons, assess and evaluate student learning, develop and administer tests and assignments, provide feedback and support to students, collaborate with colleagues and parents to support student success, and manage classroom behavior. Developed innovative approaches that were held as the model standard for meeting district goals in technology integration across the curriculum, experiential learning, literacy, and diversity areas.
Caregiver
Aging Excellences
2022.01 - 2023.01
- Hired as a full-time caregiver providing essential physical and emotional support to individuals in need
- Caregivers often play a vital role in assisting people with various activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, feeding, and medication management
- Along with offering companionship, engage in meaningful conversations, and provide a sense of comfort and security
- Caregivers may assist with household tasks, transportation, and coordinating medical appointments and treatments
- Additionally, offering emotional support, empathy, and understanding, creating a nurturing environment for those in their care
- The responsibilities of a caregiver require patience, compassion, flexibility, and the ability to adapt to changing circumstances, as they serve as an essential pillar of support in improving the overall well-being and quality of life for those they care for
- Key Contributions: Prepare Medications, Help shop and purchase groceries or other shopping needs, Assist with daily living activities, such as dressing and bathing or other hygiene needs, Provide Transportation, Preparing Meals, Housekeeping.
Head Daycare Teacher
Pals Daycare
Milton , VT
2019.01 - 2022.01
- Hired as a full time daycare teacher in a multi-aged classroom
- During the duration of my time working here I worked with twenty one students all ranging in age form two to Twelve
- I was also able to work with a wide range of students with special needs in a daycare setting
- Key Contributions: Worked with children from the age of two-twelve with special needs, Changed diapers, Prepared lunches, Developed reading and language activities with each student, Organized and Created new play areas, Conversed and contacted parents, Managed payment/books.
Education
Bachelors in Science - Elementary School (Grades K-8)
Thomas College
2023-05
High School Diploma -
Milton High School
2019-06
Skills
- Building connections
- Computer Knowledge
- Collaboration with Colleagues
- Printer/Scanner Knowledge
- Classroom Management Skills
- Communicate with Guardians
- Software Skills
- Student Engagement
- Special Needs Support
- Play-Based Learning
- Field Trip Organization
- Group and individual instruction
- Differentiated Instruction
- Team Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Literacy strategies
- Individualized Learning
- Project-based learning
Certification
- Professional Teaching Certification grades k-6
- CPR and First Aid
- Microsoft MS Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Classroom
- Class Dojo
Languages
English - Native speaker
References
- Dillon Clark, Principal, +207 570-9323, dclark@rsu18.org
- Jen Barry, Middle school ELA classroom teacher, +207 465-5480, jberry@rsu18.org
- Cole Wood, Co-Worker, +207 716-6479, cwood@rsu18.org
- Briana Reeve, 6th grade science Teacher, +802 595-3964, briannareve33@gmail.com
Timeline
Long Term Substitute
Belgrade Central School
2023.03 - 2023.06
5th grade Teacher
Belgrade Central School
2023.01 - 2024.01
Caregiver
Aging Excellences
2022.01 - 2023.01
Head Daycare Teacher
Pals Daycare
2019.01 - 2022.01
Bachelors in Science - Elementary School (Grades K-8)
Thomas College
High School Diploma -
Milton High School
- Professional Teaching Certification grades k-6
- CPR and First Aid
- Microsoft MS Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Google Classroom
- Class Dojo
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