
DrShanna Didymus
@drshannadidymus
I build equitable, data-driven learning programs and partnerships that improve outcomes for students, families, and educators.
What I'm looking for
I've spent more than 20 years advancing learning outcomes across New York schools, higher education, and community programs. In NYC charter schools and Poughkeepsie City School District, I design instruction, workshops, and online learning environments for youth, adults, multilingual learners, and learners with exceptionalities.
I use data-driven instruction, IEP compliance processes, and New York State learning standards to identify intervention and enrichment needs, strengthen attendance and assessment outcomes, and support social-emotional learning. I've also authored parent-involvement manuals, mentored educators and collegiate students, and helped families engage more deeply in academic success.
With an Ed.D. in Educational Leadership and Management, I bring policy implementation, curriculum design, educational equity advocacy, strategic partnership development, and inclusive leadership to educational reform. I'm committed to building culturally responsive environments where diverse learners, families, and educators can thrive.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Educator (Learning/Teaching/Mentoring Specialist)
Charter Schools, NYC
Sep 2023 - Aug 2026 (2 years 11 months)
Authored instructional and workshop manuals for parental involvement, increasing parental engagement and academic success. Mentored colleagues and students on policy implementation and growth mindset strategies.
Educator (Learning/Teaching/Mentoring Specialist)
Poughkeepsie CSD
Sep 2006 - Aug 2023 (16 years 11 months)
Implemented data-driven instruction and supported SEL needs, increasing identification of students needing intervention and enrichment. Co-coordinated annual Moving-up Ceremony, achieving 95% attendance.
Tutor Coordinator/Tutor (Assistant Administrator) - Liaison
Jan 1993 - Dec 2022 (29 years 11 months)
Coordinated tutoring and served as liaison for college preparatory programs for grades 5-12 and adults.
Paraprofessional
Clinton Elementary School
Sep 2001 - Aug 2005 (3 years 11 months)
Provided instructional support in an elementary school setting.
Educator/After-school/Summer School Tutor (Assistant Administrator)
Dutchess CC, OCS
Jun 2002 - Jun 2003 (1 year)
Provided tutoring and educational support for adults and youth at the secondary level.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Capella University
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership and Management
Doctor of Education with a specialization in Educational Leadership and Management, completed online in March 2020.
Post University
Master of Education, Teaching & Learning
Master of Education in Teaching & Learning for adults and youth, completed online in December 2012.
Marist College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology with a minor in Special Education, completed in August 2005.
Dutchess Community College
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts and Humanities
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts and Humanities, completed in May 1999.
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