Shannan Bickford
Alturas,CA
Summary
Dynamic Instructional Aide with a proven track record at Modoc Joint Unified School District, enhancing student learning outcomes through collaborative teamwork and innovative instructional strategies. Excelled in creating inclusive educational environments, significantly improving reading and math skills among diverse learners. Skilled in lesson planning and effective communication, adept at fostering student engagement and academic success. Enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with significant classroom experience and dedication to student success. Helps teachers manage high workloads and demanding targets by handling diverse support tasks. Great with students and excels at multitasking.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Instructional Aide
Modoc Joint Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity within the classroom, ensuring all students felt supported and valued during instruction.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning tools into lessons.
- Collaborated with instructional team members to create a cohesive educational experience for all students.
- Aided teachers in designing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported the development of students'' critical thinking skills by facilitating group activities and discussions.
- Developed customized intervention strategies based on student assessments, leading to improved reading and math skills among struggling learners.
Instructional Aide
Modoc County Office Of Education
08.2013 - 06.2021
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Maintained accurate records of student performance data, aiding teachers in making informed instructional decisions.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity within the classroom, ensuring all students felt supported and valued during instruction.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning tools into lessons.
- Collaborated with instructional team members to create a cohesive educational experience for all students.
- Aided teachers in designing and implementing lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported the development of students'' critical thinking skills by facilitating group activities and discussions.
- Developed customized intervention strategies based on student assessments, leading to improved reading and math skills among struggling learners.
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Served as a mentor to new instructional aides, offering guidance on effective teaching methods and sharing best practices from personal experience.
- Applied specialized teaching techniques to reinforce social and communication skills.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve instructional techniques.
- Implemented behavior management strategies as directed by lead teacher, maintaining a focused learning environment for all students.
- Assisted in the execution of school-wide assessment programs, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis for informed decisionmaking.
- Communicated regularly with parents about student progress, fostering strong home-school connections for optimal academic success.
Instructional Aide
Modoc Joint Unified School District
08.2011 - 07.2013
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Provided one-on-one support for students needing additional assistance, improving their understanding of course material.
- Prepared supplementary materials for diverse learners, helping accommodate varying learning styles and abilities within the classroom.
- Contributed to a positive classroom environment by establishing rapport with students and addressing individual needs.
- Assisted in monitoring student progress, providing feedback to teachers for assessment and improvement strategies.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Promoted a culture of inclusivity within the classroom, ensuring all students felt supported and valued during instruction.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and interactive learning tools into lessons.
- Collaborated with instructional team members to create a cohesive educational experience for all students.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supported the development of students'' critical thinking skills by facilitating group activities and discussions.
- Developed customized intervention strategies based on student assessments, leading to improved reading and math skills among struggling learners.
- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing lesson plans.
- Managed resources effectively, ensuring that instructional materials were readily available when needed by both teachers and students.
- Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in education and improve instructional techniques.
- Implemented behavior management strategies as directed by lead teacher, maintaining a focused learning environment for all students.
- Assisted in the execution of school-wide assessment programs, ensuring accurate data collection and analysis for informed decisionmaking.
- Monitored student progress to identify areas requiring extra support and implement action plans to meet needs.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Collaborated with other instructional assistants and teachers to provide comprehensive support to students and deliver instruction aligned with curriculum standards.
- Provided performance feedback to help students understand strengths and areas for improvement.
- Supervised extracurricular activities to provide students with opportunities to explore interests and develop new skills.
- Supported English Language Learners (ELLs) to deliver high-quality education for students learning English.
- Delivered curriculum in both one-on-one lessons and group learning environments.
- Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
- Organized materials in classroom spaces based on lecture plans, activity stations or other requirements outlined by teachers.
- Encouraged small groups to discuss topics and explore concepts through hands-on activities.
- Copied, organized and distributed classroom assignments or other paperwork.
Accounting Technician
Modoc County Child Support
05.1996 - 08.2011
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Calculated child support for custodial and non custodial parents.
- Facilitated smooth financial operations by processing invoices accurately and efficiently, avoiding late payment penalties or disputes.
Education
Modoc High School
Alturas, CA06.1989
Skills
- Student Needs Support
- Collaborative learning
- Group and individual instruction
- Area of study instruction
- Classroom support
- Inclusive education
- Student inclusion
- Instructional Strategies
- Special Education Support
- Student Learning Support
- Faculty support
- Faculty Collaboration
- Lesson Planning
- Classroom Management
- Effective Communication
- Collaborative Teamwork
- Classroom Organization
- Relationship Building
- Student Supervision
- Teacher Support
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
- Conflict Resolution
- Teaching strategies
- Helping Students with Special Needs
- Small Group Instruction
- Supervising Student Activities
- Reading and Writing Support
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
- Student Health and Safety
- Individual Student Assistance
- Student safety
- Preparing Instructional Materials
- Academic Support
- Individualized Education Plans
- Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
- Attention to Detail
- Collaboration and Teamwork
- Punctual and Dependable
- Communicating with Parents and Teachers
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Adaptive Learning
- Parent Communication
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Small Group Support and Assistance
- Adapting to Classroom Needs
- Encouraging Participation and Inclusivity
Timeline
Instructional Aide
Modoc Joint Unified School District
08.2021 - Current
Instructional Aide
Modoc County Office Of Education
08.2013 - 06.2021
Instructional Aide
Modoc Joint Unified School District
08.2011 - 07.2013
Accounting Technician
Modoc County Child Support
05.1996 - 08.2011
Modoc High School
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