Shannon A. Smith
Highlands
Summary
Seeking a 4th grade position, preferably in ELA / Social Studies ( or Math/ Science) if departmentalized.
Certified and passionate elementary educator with over 24 years of experience delivering engaging, effective and standards-aligned instruction in ELA and Social Studies. Adept at implementing NYS Next Generation Learning Standards, integrating NYC Passport curricula, and using both informal and formative assessment to guide instruction. Demonstrated strength in creating inclusive, tech-enriched classrooms and building strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. Proven track record of collaboration, leadership in professional activities, and use of the Danielson Framework to drive reflective teaching.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Elementary School Teacher - Grade 4 (and 5)
PS 312K D 22
Brooklyn
09.2010 - Current
- Delivered ELA and Social Studies instruction aligned with NYS Next Generation Learning Standards, using HMH and NYC Passport resources, as well as teacher designed lessons.
- Designed and implemented effective differentiated lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners including ELLs and students with IEPs.
- Demonstrated knowledge of NYC and NYS assessments and test taking strategies.
- Integrated 21st-century technology tools such as Google Classroom and Suite, Magic AI, Kami, Readwrite, Google Translate, ELMO and digital simulations to enhance engagement and support content mastery.
- Assessed student learning through formative assessments, using data to adjust instruction and support struggling students in small groups and whole-class settings, as well as providing enrichment opportunities.
- Collaborated with the Grade 4 teaching team to develop, revise, and reflect on unit plans across all content areas.
- Maintained accurate academic records, grades, and attendance; demonstrated a consistent record of punctuality and reliability.
- Applied the Danielson Framework to guide instructional practices and ongoing self-reflection.
Education
Bachelor of Science - School Administration and Leadership
Touro College
01.2005
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
CUNY - Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, NY06.2000
Skills
- Implementation of NYS Next Generation Learning Standards
- HMH Into Reading Curriculum
- NYC Passport Curriculum
- Differentiated Instruction
- Formative Assessments
- Data-Driven Instruction
- Educational Technology Integration
- Danielson Framework for Teaching
- Classroom Management
- Behavior Management
- Collaborative Team Teaching Planning
- Parent Engagement
- Family Engagement
- New Teacher Mentor
- Collaborative communication
- UFT Chapter Leader
- Cross curricular PBL Units
Certification
New York State Teaching Certification - Elementary Education (Grades N-6), 00/00
Professional Development
- Next Generation Social Studies Standards in Practice, Ongoing through the District
- "HMH Into Teaching" Districtwide Coaching Sessions
- Outward Bound - integrating real life, inquiry based, learning projects into the classrooms- Gateway National Park, Queens
- Participated in school-based PD on Danielson Framework, data-driven instruction, and inclusive classroom practices
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher - Grade 4 (and 5)
PS 312K D 22
09.2010 - Current
Bachelor of Science - School Administration and Leadership
Touro College
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology and Audiology
CUNY - Brooklyn College
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