Shanna Strickland-McIntyre
Raeford,NC
Summary
Dynamic early childhood educator with extensive experience at Children's Developmental Center, adept at fostering student involvement and implementing adaptive learning techniques. Proven track record in developing tailored intervention plans that enhance child development, while maintaining strong relationships with families and ensuring compliance with educational standards. Committed to creating an inclusive and supportive learning environment.
Compassionate, creative and effective Teacher with valuable experience in classroom administration, professional development and project planning. Equipped with extensive background in versatile education environments. Student-centric instructor, academic facilitator and motivational coach. Competent at performing independently or as member of teaching team. Well-versed in classroom and online technologies.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Teacher NC PreK
Children's Developmental Center
10.2010 - Current
- Established positive relationships with parents through regular communication regarding student progress, collaborating on strategies for academic success at home and school.
- Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
Early Intervention Specialist
Therapy Playground
10.2008 - 10.2010
- Maintained compliance with all state and federal regulations related to early intervention services, ensuring the highest quality of care for children and families.
- Empowered parents through coaching on how to effectively implement strategies at home that would foster their child''s development.
- Collaborated with families to develop tailored intervention plans, resulting in improved child outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments to identify children''s strengths and needs, informing the creation of targeted intervention plans.
- Developed clear goals for each child based on assessment results, guiding the implementation of tailored interventions.
- Utilized evidence-based practices in the design of individualized early intervention sessions to maximize developmental gains for each child.
- Taught [subject] to individual and small groups.
- Evaluated students to determine academic and emotional development levels.
- Established safe play environment for students.
- Fostered reasoning and problem solving skills through active exploration games and activities.
Early Childhood Interventionist
Children's Developmental Center
08.2003 - 10.2006
- Gathered, organized, and analyzed data on student needs and progress.
- Developed strong relationships with students, fostering trust and promoting a positive learning environment.
- Collaborated with teachers to assess needs, set objectives, and discuss strategies.
- Conducted small group instruction focusing on specific skill areas, allowing for targeted remediation efforts within the classroom setting.
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and creating a welcoming atmosphere within the classroom.
- Adapted lessons to accommodate individual needs, supporting diverse learners in reaching their full potential.
Education
No Degree - Add-on Birth-Kindergarten Certification
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC05-2023
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Pembroke, NC05-2003
Skills
- Childcare management
- Effective conflict resolution
- Experience in child development
- Modeling of behaviors
- Fostering student involvement
- Adaptive learning techniques
- IEP implementation assistance
- Experience in special education
- Emotional assistance
- Cooperative educational practices
- Inclusive educational atmosphere
- Facilitating diverse learning approaches
- Childcare coordination
Certification
LETRS Training completed in 2023
Timeline
Lead Teacher NC PreK
Children's Developmental Center
10.2010 - Current
Early Intervention Specialist
Therapy Playground
10.2008 - 10.2010
Early Childhood Interventionist
Children's Developmental Center
08.2003 - 10.2006
No Degree - Add-on Birth-Kindergarten Certification
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of North Carolina At Pembroke
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