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Shanon Rocco

Sellersville

Summary

Experienced Early Childhood Educator fostering social-emotional growth and enhancing student engagement through creative teaching methods. Skilled in differentiated instruction and relationship building, creating inclusive learning environments that promote exploration and curiosity, addressing each child's developmental needs.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Lead Teacher

Leigh Valley Children's Centers
Allentown
10.2023 - 08.2024
  • Planned and prepared activities for 4 year old students.
  • Enriched student learning by integrating hands-on activities and collaborative projects into lesson plans.
  • Facilitated sensory development through diverse texture experiences.
  • Promoted positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
  • Provided open and loving environment where children direct the learning process.
  • Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Maintained comprehensive documentation on individual children and teachers for effective recordkeeping.
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans.

Lead Pre K Teacher

Pocono Services Family and Children/Head Start
11.2022 - 09.2023
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating diverse learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.
  • Organized extracurricular activities, fostering social-emotional growth and community within the school.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment daily, ensuring a safe and clean environment for students.

Kindergarten Enrichment Teacher/ Site Director

Kindercare/Champions
08.2017 - 06.2021
  • Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by integrating diverse learning styles and strategies into lesson planning.
  • Organized extracurricular activities, enhancing social-emotional growth and building community among students.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment daily, ensuring a safe and clean environment for students.

Site Director

Kindercare/Champions
08.2016 - 06.2021

Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.
Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.
Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.

  • Managed staff schedules and performance, upholding high-quality care standards.
  • Collaborated with families to address concerns and promote child development goals.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.Organized extracurricular activities for students, promoting social-emotional growth and fostering a sense of community within the school.Implemented creative teaching methods to make lessons more engaging, leading to higher levels of student interest and participation.Enhanced student comprehension by incorporating various learning styles and strategies in lesson planning.

Instructional Aide

Centennial School District
02.2016 - 06.2017
  • Guided students with special needs in daily learning tasks to promote educational engagement.
  • Collaborated with teachers to enhance classroom management and facilitate instructional activities.
  • Developed and organized educational materials and resources for effective classroom use.

Pre K Teacher

The Clubhouse for Kids
06.2008 - 02.2016
  • Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles and developmental stages, fostering inclusive learning.
  • Implemented effective classroom management techniques, resulting in a positive learning environment conducive to student engagement.
  • Created a nurturing classroom environment that encourages exploration and curiosity, enhancing children's overall learning experience.
  • Implemented hands-on, play-based strategies for experiential learning.
  • Facilitated daily activities promoting social, emotional, and cognitive growth in children.
  • Assessed student progress through observations, portfolios, and developmental checklists.
  • Organized educational field trips to enhance experiential learning opportunities for students.
  • Trained and mentored new staff on classroom procedures and teaching best practices.

Education

Master's Degree In Early Childhood Studies -

Walden University
MN
06.2017

Bachelor's Degree In Child Development -

Walden University
MN
06.2014

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Completed Coursework Towards Northampton Community Pennsylvania Teacher Certified Prek Thru 1 Private School
Bethlehem, PA
06.2005

Skills

  • Certified in Early Childhood Education
  • Personalized teaching
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Curriculum design
  • Lesson planning
  • Differentiated Instruction
  • Age-Appropriate Curriculum
  • Developmentally appropriate practices
  • Personalized teaching
  • Tailored education
  • Special needs expertise
  • Sensory Integration
  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Social-emotional learning
  • Creative teaching
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Mediation skills
  • Parent collaboration
  • Parent engagement
  • Record keeping
  • Arts and crafts
  • Artistic Expression
  • Child development
  • Relationship building
  • Relationship building

Certification

Pennsylvania Pre K -4 Teaching Certificate

References

References available upon request

Timeline

Preschool Lead Teacher

Leigh Valley Children's Centers
10.2023 - 08.2024

Lead Pre K Teacher

Pocono Services Family and Children/Head Start
11.2022 - 09.2023

Kindergarten Enrichment Teacher/ Site Director

Kindercare/Champions
08.2017 - 06.2021

Site Director

Kindercare/Champions
08.2016 - 06.2021

Instructional Aide

Centennial School District
02.2016 - 06.2017

Pre K Teacher

The Clubhouse for Kids
06.2008 - 02.2016

Master's Degree In Early Childhood Studies -

Walden University

Bachelor's Degree In Child Development -

Walden University

Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education

Completed Coursework Towards Northampton Community Pennsylvania Teacher Certified Prek Thru 1 Private School
Shanon Rocco