Shannon T.

Horan
28 Edendery Circle | Fairport, NY, 15601
(585) 721-6318 | s.horan@setonhill.edu

EDUCATION
Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education with Special Education 2019
● Elementary Education Certificate (Pre-K-4)
● Special Education Certificate (Pre-K-8)
GPA: 3.94
Dean’s List: 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019

Seton Hill University, Greensburg, PA 2020

Master of Innovative Instruction
GPA: 4.0

TEACHING EXPERIENCE
Greensburg Salem Middle School, Greensburg Salem School District, Greensburg, PA
Student Teacher- Sixth, Seventh, and Eighth Grade Life Skills January - March 2019
● Created and implemented curriculum for sixth, seventh, and eighth grade English
Language Arts and Mathematics.
● Used a wide variety of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students. Strategies
included whole group, hands on, and direct instruction.
● Developed strong relationships with staff members, students, and parents/families.
● Incorporated different classroom management techniques into daily routines.
● Actively participated in professional development opportunities.

Mountain View Elementary School, Greater Latrobe School District, Latrobe, PA

Student Teacher- Kindergarten March - April 2019
● Created and implemented curriculum for kindergarten English Language Arts, Reading,
Mathematics, and Science.
● Differentiated lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
● Developed strong relationships with staff members, students, and parents/families.
● Incorporated classroom management techniques into daily activities.
Schlegel Road Elementary School (One Webster Learning Center), Webster Central
School District, Webster, NY
Teaching Assistant September 2020- June 2021
Fourth and Fifth Grade Behavioral Special Education
 Co-taught English Language Arts and Science
 Independently implemented curriculum for fifth grade Mathematics.
 Independently constructed individual guided reading and phonics lessons.
 Covered full day instruction when lead teacher was absent.
 Differentiated lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
 Incorporated classroom management techniques into daily activities.
 Collaborated with coworkers to ensure the most successful learning environment
for all students.
OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE
The Clifford Family, Rochester, New York
Nanny/Tutor – 2nd-6th grade June 2016- Present (Summers/Winter Breaks Only)
● Care for children between the ages of six and ten.
● Put children to bed on time, feed them, and entertain them while parents are away.
● Transport children to and from activities safely.
● Develop strong relationships with the family.
● Clean up around the house before parents return home.
● Care for all pets the family owns.
● Created age appropriate learning activities.

Epilepsy Pralid Incorporated, Rochester, New York

Community Habilitation Worker- 12th grade July 2019- Present
 Bring the student to various events and locations in the community.
 Aid in increasing the student’s confidence level in new places.
 Teach life skills in different areas (hygiene, money, cooking, careers, etc.)
 Provide care and safe transportation for the student.
 Abide by all health rules and conditions for the student.

The Mackenzie Family, Fairport, New York

Nanny/Tutor- 1st-4th grade September 2019- Present
 Care for children between the ages of six and nine before and after school.
 Feed and entertain children while parents are away.
 Aid children in completing homework assignments.
 Homeschool children during times of a pandemic.

Webster Central School District, Webster, New York

Substitute Teacher/Student Aide- K-3 February 2020
 Aide in Special Education services.
 Work one-on-one with students needing extra help.
 Provide sensory room breaks for students as needed.
The Sullivan Family, Pittsford, New York
Nanny/Tutor- Ages 2-7 (grades K-1) May 2020- Present
 Care for children between the ages of two and seven.
 Feed and entertain children while parents are away.
 Homeschool children during times of a pandemic.

HONORS, AWARDS, AND UNIVERSITY/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

● Scholar Athlete Award (2016-2019)
● Dean’s List (2015-2019)
● Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Society (2016-2019)
● The Michael J Relihan Memorial Award for Excellence in Special Education (2019)
● Seton Hill Cross Country Team Member (2015-2019)
○ Team Captain (2018-2019)
● Seton Hill Softball Team Member (2015-2017)
● Seton Hill Track and Field Team Member (2017-2019)
● “You’ve Got a Friend Day” (Fall 2017, Fall 2018)
● Otterbein Soup Kitchen (Spring 2018)
● Planting for the Biology Club Garden (Spring 2018)

SKILLS
● Conversant Spanish Language Skills
● Computer and Technology Skills
○ Mac, Pc Platforms, IPad, Smart Board, Microsoft Office
○ Google Classroom/Meet, Canvas by Instructure
○ Augmented Reality
● Teaching Skills
● Interpersonal Skills