Shannon Russo

11 Edward Street, Sparkill, NY 10976

(845) 521-0861 shannon.russo13@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL TEACHING EXPERIENCE:

PS 340, Bronx, NY September 2017- Present

Teacher, Kindergarten Integrated Co-Teaching Class, Special Education

• Collaborated with co-teacher to plan lessons aligned with the Common Core Standards using various
ICT models (team teaching, parallel teaching, alternate teaching, one teach-one assist)
• Wrote and implemented IEPs for students and differentiated instruction to meet the needs of students
with and without IEPs
• Created interactive Google Slide and Flipgrid assignments for students, and tutorial videos for
teachers and parents during remote learning
• Conferred with small groups and individual students over Google Meets to promote use of oral
language in writing
• Effective Communication, Problem Solving, Time Management, Organization and Computer Skills
including knowledge about all aspects of Google

Teacher, Kindergarten/1st Grade Self Contained Class

• Modified Teacher’s College Units of Study lessons for differentiated instruction across two grade
levels
• Designed and implemented lesson plans according to Common Core Standards
• Adapted lessons and learning materials (workbook pages, templates, manipulatives) from the Go
Math and Engage NY curriculums to meet the needs of students with varied learning styles and needs
• Utilized assessment affectively in planning and developing student goals
• Wrote and implemented IEPs for each student in the class
• Created and implemented individual behavior modification plans
• Collaborated with team teachers within and across grade levels to develop cohesive instruction and
expectations
• Coordinated with service providers’ to improve instruction including integrating the Sounds in
Motion and Fundations programs and applying counseling strategies to classroom behavior
management systems

Judith K. Weiss School, Bronx, NY September- December 2016

Student Teacher, 6th Grade Inclusion

• Instructed whole class lessons in science and ELA while actively engaging students in group work
and activities
• Individualized instruction to meet various learning needs of all students by integrating technology
and incorporating visuals and active learning activities into lessons
• Collaborated with a team of teachers in a departmentalized setting to plan and organize schedules, as
well as students’ transitions from one class to another

Student Teacher, 1st Grade Inclusion

• Led whole class lessons in social studies, math, reading, and writing and instructed small groups
CERTIFICATIONS:

• New York State Initial Certification: Students with Disabilities (Birth-2)

• New York State Initial Certification: Students with Disabilities (1-6)
• New York State Initial Certification: Childhood Education (1-6)

EDUCATION:

The City College of New York, New York, NY Pending Graduation: December 2020
Masters of Science Education- Middle School Science Education
Grade Point Average: 4.0

Manhattan College, Bronx, NY May 2017

Bachelor of Science- Elementary and Special Education
Concentration in General Science
Grade Point Average: 3.95
Dean’s List, Epsilon Sigma Pi Honor society, Kappa Delta Pi- Education Honor
Society

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCES

Backyard Summer Camp, Brooklyn, NY Summer 2020

Head Counselor
• Organized and created a 6 week summer program for 6 children ages 7-11
• Led children in science activities, international days, art and cooking projects, drama exercises, and
more
• Budgeted and organized supplies for weekly themed activities

Curious Jane, New York, NY Summer 2016-2018

Instructor
• Taught 5-7 year old girls lessons in science topics such as geology, chemistry, biology, and physics
• Engaged students in hands on projects and science experiments promoting interest in the STEM
fields
• Guided students in art projects that aided in self expression and increased self esteem