Shannon O'Hora
West Islip,NY
Summary
Kind and knowledgeable Childcare Provider well-versed in maintaining safe and nurturing environments for children. Comfortable caring for individuals of varying ages. Excellent communicator with good organizational, problem-solving and conflict resolution skills. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and great interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Currently enrolled in RBT certification course and set to complete in the very near future.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lindenhurst Public Schools
Lindenhurst, NY
09.2024 - Current
- Communicated affirmatively and promoted positive attitudes with every student.
- Provided feedback on how well a student is progressing towards meeting their IEP goals.
- Implemented behavior management strategies designed by special education staff members.
- Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Assisted with transitioning from one activity to another throughout the day as needed by the student.
Teacher's Assistant
Scope Education Services
West Islip, NY
08.2023 - 08.2024
- I supported teachers by preparing materials, setting up equipment, and organizing supplies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop instructional plans that meet individual student needs.
- Helped the teacher plan lessons utilizing various teaching strategies, including hands-on activities and technology integration.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Facilitated small group instruction and activities for students of varying abilities.
Childcare Provider
Storybook Kids Childcare Center
West Islip, NY
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Observed and monitored children's play activities.
- Taught children how to complete basic crafts such as paintings, drawings and decorations.
- Organized and stored toys and materials to maintain order in activity areas.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Pride and Joy Daycare
Babylon, NY
08.2021 - 11.2021
- Monitored children in classroom spaces, common areas and on playground to maintain optimal safety.
- Introduced learning activities and imaginative play to teach children to explore.
- Assisted lead teacher with snack time, arts and crafts and putting children down for naps.
- Established and maintained safe play environment for children.
Childcare Provider
Storybook Kids Childcare Center
West Islip, NY
10.2019 - 07.2021
- Provided nurturing and appropriate environment for children ranging in age from six weeks to four years.
- Assisted children in development of social, communication and problem-solving skills.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Sanitized toys and tables to maintain clean, safe environment.
- Used positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline in children.
- Planned and implemented engaging activities to encourage creativity and expression.
- Maintained safe play environment.
- Supported children's emotional and social development, encouraging understanding of others and positive self-concepts.
- Established and maintained safe, supportive and welcoming environments for children of all backgrounds.
- Updated detailed records for each child with information such as daily observations, meals served and medications administered.
- Managed administrative program tasks such as taking attendance, updating logs and tracking supplies.
Family Nanny
Jennifer Isoldi
West Islip, NY
09.2013 - 05.2019
- Cared for three children ages three months to six years.
- Aided with bathing, dressing, teeth brushing and diapering to promote healthy personal hygiene and good oral health.
- Created nurturing, safe environments to promote emotional, social and intellectual growth.
- Facilitated safe, caring and warm environment for children to stimulate development.
- Provided safe transportation to and from activities and events.
- Prepared nutritious meals, cleaned laundry and sanitized play areas.
- Assisted children with completing homework and special assignments to improve academic performance.
- Maintained organized and clean children's areas.
- Planned recreational activities to enhance physical development and explore stimulating exercises.
- Helped children discover enrichment activities to inspire imagination and creativity.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Islip Senior High School
West Islip, NY06.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Suffolk County Community College
Brentwood, NYRegistered Behavior Technician
Autism Partnership Foundation
Skills
- Recordkeeping Requirements
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Behavior Management Techniques
- Coordination and Teamwork
- Problem Solving
- Communication and Cooperation
- Caring and Responsible
- Time Management
- Child Supervision
- Personal Hygiene Assistance
- Positive Reinforcement
- CPR training
- Early childhood knowledge
- Special needs experience
Timeline
Special Education Paraprofessional
Lindenhurst Public Schools
09.2024 - Current
Teacher's Assistant
Scope Education Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
Childcare Provider
Storybook Kids Childcare Center
11.2021 - 08.2023
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Pride and Joy Daycare
08.2021 - 11.2021
Childcare Provider
Storybook Kids Childcare Center
10.2019 - 07.2021
Family Nanny
Jennifer Isoldi
09.2013 - 05.2019
High School Diploma -
West Islip Senior High School
Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Education
Suffolk County Community College
Registered Behavior Technician
Autism Partnership Foundation
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