Shannon DiBacco
Washington,DC
Summary
To gain employment as an Instructional/Teacher's assistant. 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. Passionate about helping students and offers proven skills developed over 35 years of related experience.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
Hunters Woods Elementary School
08.2010 - Current
- Responsibilities include, prepping weekly and daily supplies and projects
- Provide constructive feedback on student work, fostering growth mindset and encouraging continuous improvement.
- Staying two steps ahead of lead teacher so they can be ready for the days lesson plan
- Time management and transporting children to and from classes, maintain calm and order during lunch
- Take over small group settings and continue routines when lead teacher is out of the room for meetings or small groups
- Keep data and notes on students' progress
- Create a fun and engaging school experience and build connections with the children that fosters a love of learning.
- Assist lead teacher in designing engaging activities to reinforce core concepts for Kindergarten students.
- Support classroom management by establishing routines and maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices for early childhood education.
LAARK Summer Camp
Reston Community Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Enhanced student creativity by incorporating various art mediums and techniques into lessons.
- Collaborated with other teachers to create interdisciplinary projects, connecting art with other subject areas.
- Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining discipline while fostering creativity and individuality in student work.
Bridge to K
Terraset Elementary School
06.2021 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Prepare students for kindergarten.
Bridge to K
Hunters Woods Elementary School
06.2019 - 07.2019
- Collaborated with lead teachers to develop and implement engaging lesson plans tailored to individual student needs.
- Prepare students for kindergarten.
Young Scholars
Hunters Woods Elementary School
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to design engaging lessons that aligned with curriculum objectives during summer classes.
Extended School Year Program
Fox Mill Elementary School
06.2012 - 07.2012
- Assisted special education teachers in developing and executing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to students' unique learning styles and abilities.
FCPS Substitute; PHTA, IA
Fairfax County Schools
10.2009 - 06.2010
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Collaborated with special education staff to implement appropriate accommodations for students with disabilities, ensuring their success in the classroom.
Home Day Care
Self-employed
01.2000 - 06.2009
- Supported the development of fine motor skills with hands-on activities, such as arts and crafts projects.
- Maintained a safe environment for children by adhering to strict safety guidelines and protocols.
- Partnered with parents to establish open communication lines, ensuring the continuity of care between home and childcare setting.
- Managed daily routines efficiently, keeping children on track with scheduled naps, meals, and activities.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Nanny
Karen Meengs
02.1992 - 01.1998
- Enhanced children''s emotional well-being by providing attentive care and nurturing relationships.
- Promoted intellectual development through reading, storytelling, and engaging educational activities.
- Fostered creativity through art projects, music appreciation, and imaginative play designed to stimulate young minds.
- Maintained a clean and organized home environment conducive to optimal child development through regular tidying duties.
- Developed games and activities using arts and crafts to support learning and verbal skills.
Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Skills
- Over 35 years of experience with early childhood education
- Flexible, team player, creative, problem solver
- Differentiate instruction to accommodate the students needs
- Physical Health Teacher Assistant experience (K)
- Special Education Instructional Assistant experience (K-6)
- Creativity and Innovation
- Teacher Support
- Effective Communication
- Behavior Management
References
- Emily Cope, Principal, Hunters Woods Elementary School, 703-262-7400
- Megan Sinnott, Lead Teacher, Hunters Woods Elementary School, 2015-2023, sinnottmq@gmail.com
- Lisa Larkin, Lead Teacher, Hunters Woods Elementary School, 2010-2024, 703-262-7400, lmlarkin@fcps.edu
- Bryan Chicas, Art Teacher, Hunters Woods Elementary School, 703-262-7400, bchicas@fcps.edu
- Cheri Danaher, LAARK Director, Reston Community Center, 703-390-6175, cheri.danaher@fairfaxcounty.gov
Timeline
LAARK Summer Camp
Reston Community Center
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bridge to K
Terraset Elementary School
06.2021 - 07.2021
Bridge to K
Hunters Woods Elementary School
06.2019 - 07.2019
Young Scholars
Hunters Woods Elementary School
06.2016 - 07.2016
Extended School Year Program
Fox Mill Elementary School
06.2012 - 07.2012
Kindergarten Instructional Assistant
Hunters Woods Elementary School
08.2010 - Current
FCPS Substitute; PHTA, IA
Fairfax County Schools
10.2009 - 06.2010
Home Day Care
Self-employed
01.2000 - 06.2009
Nanny
Karen Meengs
02.1992 - 01.1998
Northern Virginia Community College
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