Shannon Braccia
Downingtown,PA
Summary
I am a caring teacher with strong communication skills and a drive to excite students, staff, and families about learning. I specialize in creating stimulating environments that help students achieve their full potential and enjoy learning. I communicate effectively and maintain strong relationships with students, families, and colleagues. I am a knowledgeable Lead Teacher with excellent program management and devotion to meeting the learning needs of each student through data-driven decisions. I am well-organized when planning lessons and activities to diversify instruction and engage students.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
PBIS Lead Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
Coatesville, PA
09.2022 - Current
- Provide instructional guidance and mentorship to teachers through the use of positive behavior supports and intervention lesson plans, instructional materials, and assessments.
- Collaborated with other school staff to ensure that all students have access to a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Coordinated professional development activities for teachers within the department.
- Utilized data-driven decision making processes to assess student progress, inform instruction, and monitor teaching effectiveness.
2nd Grade Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
Coatesville, PA
08.2022 - Current
- Develop and implement engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans based on state standards to meet the academic needs of all students.
- Attend in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Encourage parental involvement through regular communication via emails, parent and teacher conferences, newsletters, and phone calls.
- Assess student performance on tests, quizzes, and assignments to track progress against educational standards.
- Create a positive learning environment by establishing classroom rules and expectations that were consistently enforced.
- Collaborate with other teachers in the grade level to plan curriculum and coordinate special events.
Summer School Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
Coatesville, PA
07.2022 - 08.2022
- Developed and implemented lesson plans, activities, and assessments to support student learning.
- Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of a diverse group of students.
- Prepared materials for classroom use such as handouts, tests, and quizzes.
- Assessed student performance through observation and formal testing methods.
Kindergarten Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
Coatesville, PA
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, staff members, and outside agencies.
- Provided a safe learning environment where children could explore their creativity.
- Utilized appropriate teaching methods to motivate students in academic tasks.
Long Term Substitute - First Grade
West Chester Area School District
West Chester, PA
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Provided instruction in place of absent teachers, following lesson plans and instructions for classroom management.
- Maintained a safe, organized and disciplined learning environment for students of all ages.
- Assisted with student assessments and grading assignments according to school policy.
Building Substitute Teacher
West Chester Area School District
West Chester, PA
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Facilitated small group activities to promote learning among students.
- Assisted in developing student's critical thinking skills through discussion and problem solving.
- Enforced school rules and regulations while maintaining an orderly classroom setting.
Education
Master of Arts - Education - Teaching And Leadership
Point Park University
Pittsburgh, PA12-2023
Bachelor of Science - Dual: Pk-4 Education And Pk-8 Special Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
Shippensburg, PA12-2019
Skills
- Behavior Modeling
- Lesson Development
- Activity Planning
- Student Records Management
- Classroom Management
- Literacy Strategies
- Age-Appropriate Discipline
- Teacher Coaching
- Instructional Methods
- Educational Leadership
Timeline
PBIS Lead Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
09.2022 - Current
2nd Grade Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
08.2022 - Current
Summer School Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
07.2022 - 08.2022
Kindergarten Teacher
Coatesville Area School District
01.2021 - 06.2022
Long Term Substitute - First Grade
West Chester Area School District
08.2020 - 01.2021
Building Substitute Teacher
West Chester Area School District
12.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Arts - Education - Teaching And Leadership
Point Park University
Bachelor of Science - Dual: Pk-4 Education And Pk-8 Special Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania
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