SHEILA VANACORE
Saratoga Springs,NY
Summary
Dedicated teacher who is passionate about promoting inclusion, critical thinking skills and student development. Skillful in managing classroom environments and student behavior with positive and proactive strategies. Excellent communication, relationship-building and problem-solving abilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Second Grade Teacher
SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL
Ballston Spa, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Developed comprehensive lesson plans that adhered to state curriculum standards.
- Created an inclusive classroom environment that supported academic and social achievement.
- Reinforced positive behaviors by establishing clear expectations for all students.
- Utilized test result analysis to enhance instructional methods and implement targeted interventions.
- Delivered data-informed feedback on individual student progress to tailor learning approaches.
- Built trust through consistent communication with students and their guardians.
- Worked collaboratively with colleagues to design interdisciplinary lessons that heightened student engagement.
Prevention Specialist
THE PREVENTION COUNCIL
Saratoga Springs, NY
09.2023 - 12.2024
- Implement SEL (Social and Emotional Learning) evidence-based curriculum to K-5 students throughout Saratoga County schools with an emphasis on anti-bullying and anti-drugs.
- Collect and assess data to guide instruction to meet the needs of all learners.
- Design creative and immersive lesson plans to keep students engaged.
- Modify and differentiate instruction based on student's specific needs.
- Establish routines, procedures and set clear expectations for the class.
- Attend professional development trainings to enhance teaching strategies in the classroom.
- Collaborate with classroom teachers and administrators to increase student achievement.
Elementary Substitute Teacher
SARATOGA SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
Saratoga Springs, NY
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Provided instruction and guidance to students in the absence of the regular teacher.
- Encouraged student participation and engagement in learning activities.
- Maintained a safe, orderly classroom environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
Student Teacher, Grade 1
GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Saratoga Springs, NY
11.2022 - 01.2023
Student Teacher, UPK
YMCA (Division Street Elementary School)
Saratoga Springs, NY
09.2022 - 11.2022
NYS Contact Tracing Team Member
STAFFING SOLOUTIONS ORGANIZATION
Albany, NY
12.2020 - 04.2022
- Communicated with members of the community to ensure they had access to community support resources to aid in their recovery from Covid-19.
- As a Team Mentor my duties included training, educating, and supporting staff to improve work performance.
School Director
KATRINA TRASK NURSERY SCHOOL
Saratoga Springs, NY
07.2015 - 11.2018
- Responsible for daily operations of school including registration, budgeting, marketing, and fundraising.
- Managed all HR roles including recruiting, interviewing, hiring, and training staff.
- Collaborated with Lead Teacher on implementing a curriculum that aligned with state standards.
- Observed, assessed, and provided constructive feedback to staff throughout the school year.
- Coordinated with teachers to promote family events throughout the year.
Benefits Assistant
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
Secaucus, NJ
11.2006 - 05.2007
- Prepared new employee (players) health benefits packages and new employee (players) personnel files.
- Responded to employee inquiries in a professional and timely manner.
- Demonstrated being a team player by collaborating and assisting co-workers on various projects.
Education
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
New Haven, CT01.2004
Certification
- New York State Initial Teaching Certification: Birth-2nd grade, 04/28/23
- New York State Initial Teaching Certification: 1st-6th grade, 08/03/23
- Science of Reading Fundamentals Micro credential, 07/31/24
Volunteer Experience
KATRINA TRASK NURSERY SCHOOL BOARD OF TRUSTEES, Saratoga Springs, NY, President, 2019 to 2020, Treasurer, 2018
Awards And Memberships
- Member of Alpha Chi, National College Honor Society, 2022-present
- Member of Kappa Delta Pi, International Honor Society in Education, 2022-present
- Member of NAEYC
Timeline
Second Grade Teacher
SAINT MARY'S SCHOOL
01.2025 - Current
Prevention Specialist
THE PREVENTION COUNCIL
09.2023 - 12.2024
Elementary Substitute Teacher
SARATOGA SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT
03.2023 - 06.2023
Student Teacher, Grade 1
GEYSER ROAD ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
11.2022 - 01.2023
Student Teacher, UPK
YMCA (Division Street Elementary School)
09.2022 - 11.2022
NYS Contact Tracing Team Member
STAFFING SOLOUTIONS ORGANIZATION
12.2020 - 04.2022
School Director
KATRINA TRASK NURSERY SCHOOL
07.2015 - 11.2018
Benefits Assistant
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
11.2006 - 05.2007
Master of Education - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Bachelor of Science - Sociology, Psychology
Southern Connecticut State University
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