Sydney Shanklin
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
Nashville,TN
3
years of professional experience
Developed skills in pediatric healthcare setting, focusing on emotional support and therapeutic play for children. Seeking to transition into new field, leveraging expertise in communication and activity planning. Adept at creating safe and supportive environments that promote well-being and development.
Offering warm and empathetic approach, with passion for helping children navigate challenging situations. Brings foundational understanding of child psychology, coupled with ability to design and implement developmentally appropriate activities.
Work History
Child Life Assistant
1 Year 4 Months- Facilitated preparation and coping strategies for children undergoing medical procedures.
- Coordinated daily recreational and educational programming for patients to enhance emotional well-being.
- Assisted in creating a welcoming environment through effective communication with children and families.
- Supported Child Life Specialists in developing therapeutic play activities for pediatric patients.
Educational Assistant
3 Months- Assisted teachers in developing and implementing individualized education plans for diverse learners.
- Coordinated with specialists to adapt educational materials for students with varying needs and abilities.
- Coordinated with teachers to adapt educational materials for students with varying needs and abilities.
- Supported classroom management by reinforcing behavioral expectations and promoting a positive learning environment.
Support Staff Member
11 Months- Assisted educators in classroom management and lesson implementation to enhance student learning experiences.
- Facilitated communication between staff and parents, addressing concerns and providing updates on student progress.
- Organized educational materials and resources, ensuring accessibility for teachers and students during lessons.
- Supported daily operations by maintaining cleanliness and organization in classrooms and shared spaces.
Fitness Ambassador
8 Months- Developed promotional materials for community outreach, increasing awareness of services offered.
- Coordinated scheduling and logistics for group fitness classes and personal training sessions.
- Facilitated member engagement through workshops, events, and community outreach initiatives.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback, adjusting strategies for continuous improvement.
- Streamlined group class scheduling process, leading to a more efficient system and increased class attendance rates.
- Trained new staff members on gym operations, policies, and procedures, maintaining high standards of professionalism across the team.
- Improved member satisfaction by developing and implementing diverse fitness programs catered to individual needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health And Human Performance
Skills
Play-based learning
Child development
Appropriate planning
Lesson planning
Early intervention services
Social development
Effective communication
Communication techniques
Planning and leading activities
Planning and leading activities
Teamwork and collaboration
Team leader
Goal setting
Problem-solving
Patient advocacy
Therapeutic goals
Facilitating play
Timeline
Child Life Assistant
Vanderbilt Children's Hospital
04.2025 - CurrentRead More
Educational Assistant
Weakley County School District
01.2025 - 04.2025Read More
Support Staff Member
Christian Wee Learn Center
03.2024 - 02.2025Read More
Fitness Ambassador
Dynamix Physical Therapy
08.2023 - 04.2024Read More
University Tennessee At Martin
Bachelor of Science from Health And Human Performance
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