Shannon Rodriguez
Austin,TX
Summary
Dedicated to supporting emotional, social and academic development of young children. Trained in developmental stages and knowledgeable about offering safe, nurturing environments to boost learning. Desire to complement education-based strategies with techniques to promote overall health and wellness. With over 15 years experience in Early Childhood Education, am a proponent of play-based settings that provide plenty of outside time, sensory experiences in a safe and nurturing environment.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Manager
The Children's Courtyard
- Supervised teaching staff and resolved issues.
- Hired and trained new preschool employees.
- Established school policies and communicated to staff and parents for well-coordinated and high-quality daily operations.
- Stayed up to date on regional preschool curriculum laws.
- Engaged with parents and families to build positive relationships for children to thrive.
- Operated under licensing guidelines to protect health, safety and well-being of children.
- Adhered to budgetary guidelines to set financial goals and maintain school profitability.
- Stayed current on guidelines to maintain compliant program operations.
- Oversaw safety requirements, inspection, and certification procedures to facilitate annual licensing review.
- Observed and assessed classroom activities to verify conformity with quality standards.
- Provided tours for new and prospective families
- maintained all CACFP and CCMS paperwork
Resource Coordinator
Riverbend Christian School
08.2023 - Current
- Using classroom lesson plans, gather books pertaining to weekly themes or what teachers have requested
- gather resources and materials based on classroom themes
- assist teachers with behavior concerns
- assist teachers with developing lesson plans, creating center enhancements, building sensory bins and experiences
- hold developmentally appropriate story time for each classroom once a week
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Riverbend Christian School
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Triumphant Love Lutheran Church
08.2019 - 06.2021
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Promoted sensory development by providing access to different textures.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Created safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Modeled positive behavior and communication skills for students.
- Incorporated music, art and literature into curriculum.
- Helped new preschool children get used to classes by giving one-on-one support.
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Country Home Learning Center
03.2017 - 05.2017
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Curriculum Coordinator
Leaps And Bounds
04.2015 - 10.2016
- supported teachers with creating and implementing lesson plans
- created staffing schedule and monitored overtime
- ensured lunch breaks were covered
- supervised and monitored teachers
- provided assistance for behavior issues, room arrangement, parent engagement
- made sure lesson plans, newsletters, and other parent engagement was up to date and done on time
Office Manager
The Children's Courtyard
12.2008 - 05.2014
- maintained tour materials and gave tours
- maintained all CACFP paperwork and trained teachers and staff on proper procedures
- collected and maintained all children's files
- handled all CCMS paperwork, files, and payment logs
- managed Pro-Care billing, entered new students, and processed payments
- assisted with hiring process
- partnered with director and assistant director in successful NAC accreditation
- part of the administrative team that maintained Texas Rising Star 4-star rating
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
The Children's Courtyard
02.2007 - 12.2008
- Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Educated students in foundational concepts such as shapes, numbers, and letters.
- Dressed and changed infant and toddler diapers to maintain hygiene.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Documented behavior, development and learning of children to enable tracking history and maintain accurate records.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
- Implemented age-appropriate curricula to meet needs of young learners.
Lead Teacher
North Oaks Country CDC
01.2005 - 02.2007
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Actively encouraged children to develop their communication, problem-solving and social skills.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Intervened in disruptive behavior, using positive reinforcement strategies to redirect and calm children.
- Gathered materials and resources to prepare for lessons and activities.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Taught hand washing and proper use of utensils to promote good hygiene and etiquette habits.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
- Monitored classroom to verify safe and secure environment.
Toddler Lead Teacher
Dots Tots
04.2004 - 01.2005
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Maintained tidy environment to comply with cleanliness and sanitation standards.
- Instructed children in health and personal habits, such as eating, resting, and toileting.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Established positive relationships with students and families.
- Implemented curriculum to enhance classes with learning-focused activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06.2024
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
North Island Community College
Comox Valley, British Columbia, Canada06.1999
High School Diploma -
Gold River Secondary School
Gold River, British Columbia, Canada06.1997
Skills
- Personnel Training
- Early Childhood Education
- Staff Training
- Staff Supervision
- Curriculum Planning
- Parent Communication
- Progress Monitoring
- Classroom Management
- Team Collaboration
Timeline
Resource Coordinator
Riverbend Christian School
08.2023 - Current
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Riverbend Christian School
08.2021 - 08.2023
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
Triumphant Love Lutheran Church
08.2019 - 06.2021
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Country Home Learning Center
03.2017 - 05.2017
Curriculum Coordinator
Leaps And Bounds
04.2015 - 10.2016
Office Manager
The Children's Courtyard
12.2008 - 05.2014
Lead Two Year Old Teacher
The Children's Courtyard
02.2007 - 12.2008
Lead Teacher
North Oaks Country CDC
01.2005 - 02.2007
Toddler Lead Teacher
Dots Tots
04.2004 - 01.2005
Preschool Manager
The Children's Courtyard
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Special Education
Grand Canyon University
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Care And Education
North Island Community College
High School Diploma -
Gold River Secondary School
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