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Lindsay Bellissimo

Hershey,PA

Summary

Compassionate elementary educator dedicated to providing students with engaging opportunities to learn through hands-on experiences. Successful at keeping students safe and nurtured.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Extended Day Teacher

Derry Preschool
Hummelstown, PA
07.2023 - Current
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans for students in accordance with curriculum standards.
  • Supervised student activities during recreational time to ensure safety and proper behavior.
  • Assisted in creating a safe learning environment by monitoring student behavior.

Kindergarten Teacher

Saint Joan of Arc
Hershey, PA
06.2019 - 06.2021
  • Planned and implemented engaging lessons to meet the individual needs of each student.
  • Assessed students' progress and created reports for parents, administrators, and other teachers.
  • Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.

Middle School English Teacher

Saint Joan of Arc
Hershey, PA
08.2017 - 06.2019
  • Developed and implemented lesson plans for teaching English language arts to sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students.
  • Conducted reading assessments of student performance in order to evaluate progress.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students who required additional assistance.
  • Created a safe learning environment by establishing classroom rules and expectations.

First Grade Teacher

Saint Anne School
Seattle , WA
08.2016 - 06.2017
  • Assessed student performance through formal testing and informal observation.
  • Created classroom environment that promoted positive behavior expectations and respect for diversity.
  • Planned and facilitated small group activities to enhance student understanding of material presented in whole-class setting.
  • Integrated technology into daily lesson planning to support 21st century skills development.

Elementary School Teacher

Saint Catherine Laboure Parish
Harrisburg , PA
07.2014 - 06.2016
  • Offered hands-on learning opportunities to develop student self-esteem and life skills.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lessons that maximized student engagement.
  • Maintained positive classroom culture through behavior management techniques.
  • Instructed students individually and in groups using varied teaching methods.

Educational Paraprofessional

Capital Area Intermediate Unit
Enola, PA
01.2014 - 07.2014
  • Assisted teachers in implementing lesson plans, classroom activities, and assessments.
  • Provided individualized instruction to students with learning disabilities or behavior issues.
  • Monitored classrooms to ensure a safe and positive learning environment.

Summer Camp Supervisor

Lower Paxton Township
  • Organized and coordinated recreational activities such as swimming, outdoor sports, arts and crafts, music, theater, and field trips.
  • Monitored camper behavior and provided guidance when necessary.
  • Provided feedback to parents regarding their child's participation in the camp program.

Education

Master of Science - Special Education

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA
05-2016

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Special Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Millersville, PA
12-2013

Skills

  • Student Engagement
  • Parent Communication
  • Planning activities
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Classroom Organization
  • Child Development

Timeline

Extended Day Teacher

Derry Preschool
07.2023 - Current

Kindergarten Teacher

Saint Joan of Arc
06.2019 - 06.2021

Middle School English Teacher

Saint Joan of Arc
08.2017 - 06.2019

First Grade Teacher

Saint Anne School
08.2016 - 06.2017

Elementary School Teacher

Saint Catherine Laboure Parish
07.2014 - 06.2016

Educational Paraprofessional

Capital Area Intermediate Unit
01.2014 - 07.2014

Summer Camp Supervisor

Lower Paxton Township

Master of Science - Special Education

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood And Special Education

Millersville University of Pennsylvania
Lindsay Bellissimo