Shannon L. Nusbaum
Teaching Assistant/Project Coordinator
Pittsfield,MA
Summary
The intent is to gain the opportunity to share knowledge, ability and versatility. The outcome desired is to secure a position which is both challenging and rewarding. Qualifications: Contained in all documents submitted, the conclusion that will be determined is of an experienced, well balanced candidate worth consideration. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Project Coordinator
JD Associates,LLC
08.2022 - Current
- Liaison between property owners and property insurance companies to schedule property inspections -communicating via telephone and/or Zoom, Microsoft Teams, and Google Meets with various insurance brokers, realtors and property owners -Utilizing Microsoft 365/Edge for all office related applications
- Creating and updating Excel spreadsheets, Microsoft Word documents
- Preparing correspondence, mailing via US mail and/or emailing
- Creating and recording billing invoices
- Scheduling appointments
- Filing,phones,dispatching
- Scheduled and facilitated meetings between project stakeholders to discuss deliverables, schedules and conflicts
- Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
- Recruited and oversaw personnel to achieve performance and quality targets
- Tracked project and team member performance closely to quickly intervene in mistakes or delays
- Provided input and feedback on departmental initiatives, directives and strategies to contribute to project success
- Responded to requests for information on materials to inquiring parties
- Reported regularly to managers on project budget, progress and technical problems
- Maintained database and spreadsheets with accurate inventory and status
- Kept projects on schedule by managing deadlines and adjusting workflows
- Photocopied, distributed and emailed documents to project managers
- Managed competing demands and professionally adapted to frequent change, delays and unexpected events
- Tracked hours and expenses to keep project on task and within budgetary parameters
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers
- Developed and implemented project plans and budgets to ensure successful execution
- Created job files for each project and maintained current data in each file
- Kept corporate and client information confidential, adhering to data safety measures
- Established rapport and engaged with stakeholders to build lasting professional relationships
- Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lenox Public Schools, LMMHS
02.2022 - 08.2022
- Supporting the academic needs of students in the 7th and 8th grades
- This includes, but not limited to, Math, Science, ELA and Social Studies
- Along with my special education teaching team, I modify tests and lessons to meet the IEP requirements of each student
- Pull small groups of students from general classrooms to implement lessons to reinforce their understanding of the cirriculum
- Assisting the general education teachers with their daily lessons
- Substituting for teachers, both general and special education teachers
Head Secretary
North Adams Public Schools, Colegrove Park Elementary School
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Answering phones-greeting all visitors-filing-utilizing all functions of “Powerschool”, “Google” and “Excel”-managing staff members’ calendar meetings schedules-finding substitutes for teachers-recording teacher hours for payroll-maintaining student records- processing incoming and outgoing student transfers and registrations-tracking student attendance-creating student schedules-printing and distributing report and progress reports-scanning,faxing and copying-ordering supplies-managing all contracted companies’ maintenance visits as well as all invoices related to services provided by them
Program Director Assistant
Pittsfield Public Schools, Crosby Elementary Academy
02.2019 - 08.2021
- This is elementary school for students with Individual Education Plans and severe behavioral challenges [Supervisory Paraprofessional]- -assisting classroom general education and special education teachers with academics in all subject areas
- Intervening in situations in which students become verbally or physically escalated [Main Office Secretary]- -greeting visitors -answering phones -making copies -ordering and distributing supplies -taking attendance -filing. At the start of this role, I overhauled and implemented a more efficient system of organization of the office
- Scheduling meetings and appointments with colleagues,staff, parents / guardians and several agencies, such as the Department of Social Services and the Department of Children and Families
- Documenting, via PowerSchool software, student demographics,health information,Behavior incidences, IEPs -producing progress and report cards -communicating to staff and faculty policies, student and parent information and anything pertaining to the academy or the school district
Teaching Assistant
Stevens Elementary School
06.2006 - 11.2018
- Working in conjunction with Special Education Department -implementing requirements of student Individual Education Plans -pushing into classrooms to assist lead teachers guide and instruct students with academics -proctoring local and state testing -leading resource classrooms. The purpose of reteaching material, sharing strategies for studying and creating academic plans to equip all students with as many tools possible to succeed [Response to Intervention math instructor]- -pulling students to an alternative classroom, if student was in need of intervention. Thus strengthening their ability and understanding of mathematical concepts -reteaching material, sharing strategies for studying and creating academic plans to equip these students with as many tools possible to succeed [Main Office Assistant]- -greeting visitors -answering phones -making copies -ordering and distributing supplies -taking attendance -filing-assisting school principal to create master school schedule
Teaching Assistant
Pashley Elementary School
06.2006 - 11.2018
- Working in conjunction with Special Education Department -implementing requirements of student IEPs -pushing into classrooms to assist lead teachers guide and instruct students with academics -proctoring local and state testing -created an enrichment program for students who were in need of a more challenging curriculum -directed a program to instill social skills in those children who needed guidance in being “good citizens” in the school community
Teaching Assistant
O’Rourke Middle School
06.2006 - 11.2018
- Shared important information with students concerning upcoming assignments and tests.
- Worked with teacher to optimize learning plans based on student test grades and evaluations.
- Supported planning and preparation for culturally-diverse class sessions.
Psychologist Office
Dr. Rudy Nydegger
08.2000 - 06.2006
Teaching Assistant
- Working in conjunction with Special Education Department -implementing requirements of student Individual Education Plans -pushing into classrooms to assist lead teachers guide and instruct students with academics -proctoring local and state testing -leading resource classroom for purpose of reteaching material, sharing strategies for studying and creating academic plans to equip all students with as many tools possible to succeed
Office Assistant
- Filing -answering phones -scheduling patient appointments
Education
Education
SUNY Albany
Albany, NYSkills
- Computer Skills
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Creating Visual Displays
- Setting Up Activities
- Special Education
- Information Protection
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Technical and Computer Proficiency
- Public Speaking
- Team Coordination
- Schedule Management
- Timelines and Milestones
Certification
- NY and MA Certified Teaching Assistant
- MA MAP Certified
- Red Cross CPR/AED/First Aid Certified
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
Be more concerned with your character than your reputation, because your character is what you really are, while your reputation is merely what others think you are.
John R. Wooden
Timeline
Project Coordinator
JD Associates,LLC
08.2022 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lenox Public Schools, LMMHS
02.2022 - 08.2022
Head Secretary
North Adams Public Schools, Colegrove Park Elementary School
08.2021 - 11.2021
Program Director Assistant
Pittsfield Public Schools, Crosby Elementary Academy
02.2019 - 08.2021
Teaching Assistant
Stevens Elementary School
06.2006 - 11.2018
Teaching Assistant
Pashley Elementary School
06.2006 - 11.2018
Teaching Assistant
O’Rourke Middle School
06.2006 - 11.2018
Psychologist Office
Dr. Rudy Nydegger
08.2000 - 06.2006
Teaching Assistant
Office Assistant
Education
SUNY Albany
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