Roxanne Locarnini
Pensacola,FL
Summary
Experienced Early Childhood Educator with 13 years in integrating special needs students into diverse environments. Collaborated with ABA specialists and parents to develop individualized lesson plans that support developmental and educational goals. Expertise in classroom management and innovative teaching methods to cultivate inclusive and supportive learning atmospheres.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator
Preschool at All Saints
09.2022 - 05.2026
- Inspired young minds by developing integrated lesson plans with Reggio Emilia curriculum, fostering holistic learning across all subject areas.
- Developed a predictable schedule that incorporated creative options.
- Implemented a schedule with predictable structure as well as creative choices.
- Collaborated with ABA specialists to establish an inclusive environment for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder and other special needs, promoting their social and academic growth.
- Collaborated with parents to foster positive interactions in early childhood education.
Early Childhood Educator
Chamblee Methodist Kindergarten
08.2018 - 07.2022
- Lead Teacher in a traditional preschool, using a creative curriculum.
- Developed lesson plans that enhanced fine and gross motor, social, and emotional skills of children during Covid Pandemic.
- Engaged with parents to discuss student progress and set educational goals.
- Supported teachers by managing administrative tasks, providing support and resources for all teachers.
Early Childhood Educator
Dunwoody Baptist Preschool
08.2014 - 06.2018
- Lead teacher in a traditional Preschool.
- Facilitated integration of children from diverse cultural backgrounds and languages, enhancing classroom inclusivity.
- Cultivated positive relationships with challenging students and their parents, fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Identified and referred students requiring specialty resources for speech, sensory integration, or social-emotional support.
- Created a successful curriculum where students improved and excelled in all academic and developmental goals.
Early Childhood Educator
National Child Research Center
08.1994 - 06.1996
- Collaborated with co-teacher to integrate goals of special needs and typical children.
- Created a joyful and successful space and lesson plan for a variety of needs.
- Worked alongside a co-teacher, incorporating the goals of special needs and typical children.
- Coordinated with parents and therapeutic team to ensure consistent support for children’s development.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Loyola University, New Orleans
New Orleans, LA05-1992
Skills
- Special needs integration
- Music integration
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Innovation
- Music as a teaching tool
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Early Childhood Educator
Preschool at All Saints
09.2022 - 05.2026
Early Childhood Educator
Chamblee Methodist Kindergarten
08.2018 - 07.2022
Early Childhood Educator
Dunwoody Baptist Preschool
08.2014 - 06.2018
Early Childhood Educator
National Child Research Center
08.1994 - 06.1996
Bachelor of Arts - English
Loyola University, New Orleans