Zoe Symons
Salt Lake City
Summary
Passionate and experienced in working with young children, with over five years of hands-on experience supporting children ages 18 months to 8 years. Skilled in promoting social-emotional development, language and communication skills, and creating engaging, structured, and inclusive environments. Experienced in therapeutic, preschool, and special needs settings.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Upkid
Salt Lake City
11.2025 - Current
- Provided engaging instruction and support for children ages 2–5, adapting swiftly to new classrooms.
- Guided activities and lessons fostering curiosity, social skills, and emotional regulation.
- Maintained a positive and structured environment to enhance student engagement.
Volunteer Speech Tutor
Indian Hills Elementary School
Salt Lake City
10.2025 - Current
- Work under the supervision of a speech-language pathologist to drill target sounds with students, collect and track data, and report progress to ensure each child meets their individualized speech goals.
Volunteer Special Olympics Coach
Special Olympics Utah
Salt Lake City
10.2025 - Current
- Coach athletes with diverse abilities and special needs in snowshoeing, fostering skill development, teamwork, resilience, and confidence while creating a supportive and motivating environment.
Research Volunteer, Early Childhood Communication
University of Utah- Dr. Stacy Manwaring
Salt Lake City
05.2025 - 01.2026
- Coded video samples for a dissertation study examining pointing and gestures in early communication, ensuring accuracy and consistency in behavioral data collection.
- Contributed to research on early language development and nonverbal communication in young children, supporting the lab’s analysis and publication efforts.
Preschool Volunteer
The Children’s Center Utah
West Valley City
08.2025 - 12.2025
- Volunteered in a trauma‑informed therapeutic preschool program serving children ages 2–5 who struggle with emotional and behavioral challenges, assisting in daily treatment activities designed to build emotion regulation, social skills, and group participation
Private Childcare Provider
Private Family Clients
Salt Lake City
02.2020 - 12.2025
- Organized daily schedules, including meals, playtime, and educational sessions.
- Managed behavior and encouraged positive social interactions among children.
- Assisted with homework and academic projects.
- Provided nurturing care for children in private family settings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, UT05-2026
Skills
- Early childhood education
- Communication strategies
- Data collection
- Child development knowledge
- Social-emotional learning
- Empathy and compassionate care
Certification
Red Cross Pediatric First Aid/CPR/AED
Timeline
Substitute Preschool Teacher
Upkid
11.2025 - Current
Volunteer Speech Tutor
Indian Hills Elementary School
10.2025 - Current
Volunteer Special Olympics Coach
Special Olympics Utah
10.2025 - Current
Preschool Volunteer
The Children’s Center Utah
08.2025 - 12.2025
Research Volunteer, Early Childhood Communication
University of Utah- Dr. Stacy Manwaring
05.2025 - 01.2026
Private Childcare Provider
Private Family Clients
02.2020 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Science - Speech And Hearing Sciences
University of Utah