Shannon Mavros
Audubon,NJ
Summary
- Passionate and dedicated teacher with demonstrated ability to motivate and engage students in learning over many different classroom settings. Managed diverse classrooms, assessed student progress and developing positive relationships with students, staff and parents. Adept in application of excellent communication and problem solving skills to provide students with necessary tools to achieve a love of learning and cooperative teamwork.
- Currently hold a Florida K-5 Teaching certificate and NJ certificate of eligibility with advanced standing.
- Received a micro credential in Early Literacy to be used as a credit towards a Reading endorsement
- Completed three 60 hour ESOL courses
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Kindergarten Dual LanguageTeacher
Sterling Park Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Delivered lesson plans, implemented school curriculum and used data to create, monitor and establish personalized learning plan for each student.
- Created child-centered learning environment characterized by consistent application of sound mental health and educational psychology practices.
- Created, managed and participated in variety of learning environments and activities to support opportunities for students to develop full potential and achieve learning objectives.
- Collaborated with other faculty and staff to promote rigorous learning opportunities, general well-being of school and collective interest of staff and student body.
- Exercised good classroom management focused on positive behavior support by clearly articulating fair and consistent expectations along with appropriate natural consequences.
- Applied evidence-based practices for classroom management to enhance learning results.
- Arranged parent-teacher conferences to address student progress and collaboratively set goals for areas of improvement.
- Cultivated language skills through use of traditional poems, nursery rhymes and riddles to help students develop comprehension, vocabulary and love of language.
- Collaborated with kindergarten team in planning, organizing and implementing instructional programs to facilitate academic, intellectual and social development.
- Encouraged and prepared students to become independent readers through systematic, multi-sensory instruction in phonemic awareness and decoding skills.
- Observed and assessed student performance and charted progress.
- Delivered structured lessons on readiness skills by emphasizing phonics, language skills, literature and handwriting.
Small Group Tutorial K-3
Sterling Park Elementary School
10.2021 - 08.2022
- Worked with small groups k-3 in reading and math
- Grant Funded to position to help counter effects of Covid
- Developed strong rapport with students, ensuring students felt supported in their academic journey.
- Monitored student progress closely, intervening early when necessary to address challenges or concerns regarding coursework completion or understanding of concepts.
- Increased student motivation with creative lesson plans that catered to individual learning styles.
- Evaluated course curricula regularly for relevance and rigor, making adjustments as needed to better serve student needs.
- Taught courses under guidance of senior instructors.
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Seminole County Schools
10.2020 - 05.2022
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Student Teacher
Garfield Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010
- Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
- Assisted in administering tests and other assessments to evaluate student progress.
- Utilized various teaching techniques and strategies to engage students in learning.
- Assisted with management of classroom rules, procedures and expectations to instill discipline and observance of conduct code.
- Increased students'' critical thinking skills through implementation of group projects and problem-solving exercises.
Environmental Educator
The Schuylkill Environmental Center
06.2010 - 08.2010
- Incorporated experiential learning strategies into lesson plans, providing students with memorable experiences that reinforced important concepts.
- Organized field trips and outdoor activities that allowed students to experience nature firsthand, deepening their connection to the environment.
- Promoted sustainable practices through hands-on activities and interactive presentations, fostering positive behavior change in students.
- Enhanced environmental awareness by developing and delivering engaging educational programs for various age groups.
- Collaborated with other teachers to integrate science into other curricula.
Substitute / Paraprofessional
HollyDELL School
06.1998 - 08.2008
- Worked with Pre-K through the 21+ TOP program
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead special education teacher.
- Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
- Assisted teachers in the development of engaging lesson materials aligned with curriculum standards for various subject areas.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Relieved classroom teacher during breaks and maintained order and structure in classroom.
- Monitored students on field trips, handling roll call, and group movement to keep youths safe in public settings.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
Education
Microcredential in Early Literacy - Literacy
University of Florida
Gainesville, FLTeacher Certification - Elementary School Teaching
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Camden, NJ05.2010
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
New Brunswick, NJ05.2006
Skills
- Experience with ESOL and special-needs students
- Relationship building and management with students and staff
- Classroom Organization and Management to help students feel in control and comfortable in their space
- Emotional Support
- Age-appropriate lesson planning
- Positive learning environment
- Tailoring curriculum plans
- Outdoor Play Supervision
- Proficient with Google classroom, Frontline, Skyward and iReady,
Timeline
Kindergarten Dual LanguageTeacher
Sterling Park Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Small Group Tutorial K-3
Sterling Park Elementary School
10.2021 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher, K-5
Seminole County Schools
10.2020 - 05.2022
Environmental Educator
The Schuylkill Environmental Center
06.2010 - 08.2010
Student Teacher
Garfield Elementary School
01.2010 - 05.2010
Substitute / Paraprofessional
HollyDELL School
06.1998 - 08.2008
Microcredential in Early Literacy - Literacy
University of Florida
Teacher Certification - Elementary School Teaching
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
Bachelor of Arts - Anthropology
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey
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