Donna Shannon
Teachable Moments Daycare and Out of School Care
EDMONTON,AB
1
Language
26
years of professional experience
Adaptable leader with a long background in teaching, team mentoring, and program coordination. Strong in communication, planning, and creating positive learning environments. Brings proven ability to hire, train, and support staff while keeping operations smooth and standards high.
Work History
Owner/Operator
2 Years 8 Months- Directed daycare and out of school care operations, ensuring daily routines aligned with licensing standards and safety requirements.
- Supervised staff scheduling, training, and performance to maintain consistent child care coverage and service quality.
- Implemented age-appropriate activities supporting learning, social development, and after-school engagement.
- Maintained accurate enrollment, attendance, and incident records for compliance and parent communication.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Conducted staff training sessions and meetings on child safety and developmental practices.
- Hired and actively recruited new staff.
Teacher
19 Years 9 Months- Assessed student progress using formative and summative evaluation methods to guide instruction.
- Designed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum outcomes and diverse student learning needs.
- Differentiated classroom activities to support varied abilities, backgrounds, and learning styles.
- Managed positive classroom environments through consistent expectations and proactive behavior strategies.
- Participated in professional development to enhance teaching skills and methods.
- Mentored student teachers by demonstrating best practices, providing resources at the beginning of their practicums and assessing progress.
- Assisted new teachers by sharing resources and providing moral support.
- Managed Grad Committee for Victoria School by holding regular meetings with students, selling tickets and coordinating with Shaw Convention Centre and other vendors to create a memorable evening for students, parents and staff.
- Tutored students needing extra help, providing tailored practice work to improve understanding of lessons while providing them with inspiration and confidence.
Assistant English Teacher
2 Years- Assisted Japanese English teachers during lessons by providing examples of correct pronunciation, syntax and grammar.
- Connecting with Japanese English teachers to enhance their English proficiency.
- Providing students and teachers cultural information about Canada.
- Engaging regularly with the community in Japanese celebrations and festivities.
Education
Bachelor of Education - Social Studies And English
Skills
Operations management
Documentation and reporting
Hiring
Business planning
Languages
English
Timeline
Owner/Operator
Teachable Moments Daycare and Out of School Care
07.2019 - 03.2022Read More
Teacher
Edmonton Public Schools
09.1998 - 06.2018Read More
Assistant English Teacher
Federal Government of Japan Through the JET Program
08.1996 - 08.1998Read More
University of Alberta
Bachelor of Education from Social Studies And English
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