Shannon Lodrigue
Houma,LA
Summary
Motivated and reliable professionals with experience in family services. I collaborate with community members and organizations to strengthen partnerships with essential health services. I help identify community health needs and connect individuals with resources that promote well-being. I work with local community representatives to develop programs, coordinator outreach efforts, and address barriers that impact the community’s outcome. My role focuses on building trust, expanding services, and improving the overall quality of life in the community we serve
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Specialist
Terrebonne Parish Head Start
Houma
06.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented strengths and needs assessment aligned with the program standards and community needs.
- Coordinated staff training sessions to enhance knowledge of best practices in early childhood education.
- Monitored program compliance with federal regulations and state guidelines for Head Start initiatives.
- Collaborated with families to create individualized support plans for children's growth and development.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data collection and analysis, refining strategies as needed.
- Facilitated communication between staff, parents, and community partners to strengthen program engagement.
- Streamlined administrative processes, improving overall efficiency in service delivery and documentation systems.
- Received incoming phone calls and contact form submissions and provided timely responses to inquiries.
- Improved overall program effectiveness through comprehensive data analysis and evaluation of key performance indicators.
- Evaluated program operations, successes and deficiencies to identify concerns and recommend strategies to enhance processes and elevate results.
- Worked alongside other professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives.
- Built strong relationships with external partners to secure resources and support necessary for program success.
- Monitored employee work and developed improvement plans.
- Designed and implemented monitoring and evaluation systems to track progress towards desired outcomes.
- Maintained regular communication between departments via email and phone calls to coordinate program logistics.
- Coordinated training sessions for staff on new tools and promoting a culture of skill development within the organization.
- Conducted home visits regularly to assess living conditions, safety concerns, and overall familial well-being within their environment.
- Maintained accurate case records, ensuring efficient documentation for ongoing monitoring and progress evaluation.
- Reported child abuse in accordance with legal standards of mandatory reporters.
- Cultivated relationships with community partners to expand program reach and foster collaboration.
Lead Teacher
Terrebonne Parish Head Start
Houma
03.2016 - 08.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum aligned with developmental milestones.
- Coordinated classroom activities to promote social, emotional, and cognitive growth among students.
- Mentored and guided teaching staff to enhance instructional strategies and classroom management.
- Assessed student progress through ongoing evaluations and adjusted lesson plans accordingly.
- Fostered partnerships with families to support children's learning and development at home.
- Managed classroom environment to ensure safety, engagement, and inclusivity for all children.
- Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
- Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
- Mentored new teachers on best practices for classroom management and instructional techniques, contributing to their professional growth and effectiveness in the classroom.
- Used data-driven decision-making processes to analyze student performance trends and adjust instructional practices accordingly, leading to improved outcomes.
- Conducted ongoing assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional adjustments.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Norcross, GA09-2020
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Texas College
Killeen, TX05-2014
Skills
- Community resources
- Assessments
- Report generation
- Family communication
- Training coordination
- Time management
- Team building
- Microsoft 360
Certification
- Certified to teach CPR/First Aid
- Family Service Credential
- Child Psychology Certificate
- Nutrition Certificate
- Family Service Substance Abuse for Adults Certificate
Timeline
Program Specialist
Terrebonne Parish Head Start
06.2022 - Current
Lead Teacher
Terrebonne Parish Head Start
03.2016 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
Ashworth College
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Care And Education
Central Texas College