Sharon Twaits
Vail
Summary
Early Childhood Specialist with a proven track record at Vail School District, adept in child assessment techniques and curriculum planning. Successfully developed engaging lesson plans that enhanced cognitive and social development, while fostering strong parent-teacher communication. Committed to creating safe, supportive learning environments that promote student independence and growth.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Specialist
Vail School District
Vail, AZ
06.1999 - Current
- Collaborated with parents and educators to create supportive learning environments for early childhood education.
- Conducted assessments to monitor developmental progress and identify areas for improvement in students' skills.
- Trained new staff on best practices in early childhood education, fostering a collaborative team environment.
- Developed age-appropriate lesson plans to foster cognitive and social development in young children.
- Implemented individualized learning strategies to support diverse learning needs and enhance student engagement.
- Designed interactive learning centers that fostered exploration and discovery while reinforcing critical thinking skills.
- Maintained a safe and clean classroom environment, adhering to strict health and safety guidelines at all times.
OT/PT Paraprofessional
Vail School District
Vail, AZ
06.1997 - 06.1999
- Conducted assessments to evaluate students ' needs.
- Implemented therapeutic activities to enhance motor skills and promote independence in daily living tasks.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to create cohesive care strategies for students.
Orthopedic Technician
Children’s Clinic for Rehabilitative Services
Tucson, AZ
03.1990 - 06.1997
- Supported physical therapy sessions by positioning children appropriately during treatments.
- Trained new technicians on safety protocols and equipment usage best practices.
- Strengthened teamwork and collaboration among clinic staff by actively participating in meetings, sharing knowledge, and providing constructive feedback.
- Assessed patient comfort related to cast and splints and assisted with comfort measures.
- Measured and fit crutches and canes and instructed patients on proper crutch and cane walking.
- Set up orthopedic fracture tables for casting procedures and applied variety of plaster and fiberglass casting, splints, braces, soft goods and skin and skeletal traction.
- Decontaminated all equipment, instruments and supplies and cleaned and stocked carts, rooms and changed linen, as required.
Education
General Education
Sahuaro
Tucson, AZMedical Assistance
Az College of Medical And Dental Careers
Tucson, AZChild Development
Pima Community College
Tucson, AZ06.2002
Skills
- Child assessment techniques
- Classroom organization
- Parent-teacher communication
- Health and safety practices
- Curriculum planning
- Classroom management
Timeline
Early Childhood Specialist
Vail School District
06.1999 - Current
OT/PT Paraprofessional
Vail School District
06.1997 - 06.1999
Orthopedic Technician
Children’s Clinic for Rehabilitative Services
03.1990 - 06.1997
General Education
Sahuaro
Medical Assistance
Az College of Medical And Dental Careers
Child Development
Pima Community College