Shondell Harris
Harlem,NY
Summary
Equity-focused educator with over ten years enhancing student culture and family engagement in urban elementary settings. Established positive classroom environments for grades 1–4 through restorative practices that improved attendance and academic performance. Seeking to apply expertise as Lower Elementary Dean of Culture to implement school-wide systems fostering accountability and positive identity development.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Classroom Teacher (Grade 1-4)
Nuasin Next Generation Charter School
The Bronx, New York
09.2020 - Current
- Taught grades one through four, including science in departmentalized and self-contained classrooms.
- Designed structured classroom culture systems to promote positive behavior and engagement in lower elementary grades.
- Reinforced school-wide routines to improve transitions and increase accountability among scholars across all grade levels.
- Developed partnerships with families to support attendance and address social-emotional needs of students.
- Collaborated with leadership and support teams to implement tailored behavior interventions for scholars with IEPs.
Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
Brooklyn, New York
04.2018 - 09.2020
- Developed and instructed age-appropriate lesson plans to promote holistic student growth.
- Coordinated behavior management program with staff to improve classroom environment.
- Maintained attendance records and tracked student progress through work sampling.
- Communicated daily with parents via Class Dojo and weekly through newsletters.
- Collaborated with teacher assistant on planning and delegating tasks for efficiency.
- Prepared classroom materials while ensuring safety and cleanliness of facilities.
- Documented discussions in planning meetings to refine pre-K curriculum.
- Created interactive PDF resources to support remote learning for students and families.
Family Worker
All My Children Daycare #11
New York, New York
05.2015 - 01.2018
- Served as direct liaison between parents and school to enhance communication.
- Facilitated meetings with parents to address concerns effectively.
- Coordinated events and trips for students and parents, boosting community engagement.
- Managed intake and enrollment processes to ensure accurate student records.
- Recorded and tracked daily student attendance to maintain precise documentation.
- Processed payments for school events and fees, ensuring financial accuracy.
- Organized meetings with Parent Advisory Committee to support school initiatives.
- Oversaw daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and organization.
Volunteer & Teacher's Aide
Citadel Day Care & Learning Center
New York, New York
12.2014 - 03.2015
- Instructed biblical studies for children ages 2.5 to 5 years, fostering spiritual growth.
- Assisted lead teachers in curriculum planning and implementation to improve student learning outcomes.
- Supervised students during classes and in absence of lead teachers, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Executed age-appropriate activities while prioritizing safety during implementation.
- Observed students for developmental issues, reporting findings to lead teachers for timely intervention.
- Enforced classroom rules to uphold discipline and create a respectful environment.
- Coordinated youth department itinerary with director to ensure alignment with program goals.
- Utilized projectors and computers to enhance instructional activities in the classroom.
Education
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University
Greensboro, NC05.1997
Skills
- Lower Elementary Culture Systems (K–4)
- Positive Behavior Supports & Restorative Practices
- Attendance & Scholar Accountability
- Social-Emotional Learning (SEL)
- Family Communication & Engagement
- Behavior Data Tracking & Interventions
- Crisis Response & Conflict Resolution
- Staff Collaboration & Mentorship
- IEP & Student Support Team Collaboration
Timeline
Classroom Teacher (Grade 1-4)
Nuasin Next Generation Charter School
09.2020 - Current
Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher
St. Charles Borromeo Catholic School
04.2018 - 09.2020
Family Worker
All My Children Daycare #11
05.2015 - 01.2018
Volunteer & Teacher's Aide
Citadel Day Care & Learning Center
12.2014 - 03.2015
Bachelor of Arts Degree - English
North Carolina Agricultural & Technical State University