Shannon Vigil
Brighton
Summary
Experienced Youth Services Family & Enrichment Specialist skilled in event planning and youth mentorship. Focused on fostering community engagement and personal growth through innovative programs. Strong leadership and adaptability enhance educational experiences for youth and families.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Services Family & Enrichment Specialist
Commerce City Parks & Rec
08.2025 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging programs for youth and families, fostering social, emotional, and educational development.
- Coordinated enrichment activities to meet diverse age group needs, enhancing participant engagement.
- Provided individualized support and mentorship to promote positive behavior and personal growth.
- Managed program logistics, ensuring seamless enrollment, scheduling, and activity coordination for improved program delivery.
- Planned and organized various events and programs, enhancing community engagement.
- Supervised program staff, providing mentorship and training to foster professional growth and enhance program effectiveness.
- Performed administrative tasks using software tools to track participation and maintain records.
Teen Camp Director
Commerce City Parks & Rec
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Led daily operations for teen summer camp, ensuring safety and engagement.
- Planned and coordinated engaging activities, games, and field trips to promote camper enjoyment and learning.
- Supervised and mentored staff and counselors to enhance team effectiveness.
- Managed camper behavior while fostering strong, trusting relationships with each camper.
- Promoted teamwork, leadership, and personal growth with campers.
Lead Staff Support & Float
7 Steps Learning Academy
Arvada
01.2025 - 03.2025
- Supervised classrooms of all ages, ensuring safety and fostering a positive learning environment.
- Developed and fostered positive relationships with parents and students of all classrooms and age ranges within the building.
- Aided staff with breaks and lesson planning, supporting office management with various administrative tasks.
- Prepared AM and PM snacks in kitchen, contributing to a well-rounded menu and diverse food options for students.
- Arvada, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
Broomfield
10.2023 - 01.2024
- Created and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that encouraged physical, social, emotional and cognitive development.
- Directed and supervised toddler activities, ensuring safety and engagement through active guidance.
- Developed and nurtured positive relationships with parents, enhancing communication and support for toddlers' development.
- Broomfield, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
Broomfield
08.2022 - 09.2023
- Oversaw toddler activities, ensuring safety while promoting developmental learning.
- Facilitated activities that enhanced motor skills and prepared toddlers for preschool readiness.
- Cultivated strong relationships with parents, fostering communication and involvement in toddlers' growth.
- Provided childcare services in Broomfield, CO
Lead Toddler/Preschool Teacher
Everbrook Academy
Broomfield
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Interacted with children to establish motor skills, support developmental needs, prepare for preschool readiness, and assist with potty training and diaper changing, collaborating with educational therapists for individualized support.
- Established positive relationships with parents and guardians by regularly communicating student progress.
- Organized educational materials and resources to foster an engaging and supportive learning environment.
- Broomfield, CO
Lead Toddler Teacher
Crème De La Crème
Thornton
05.2019 - 03.2022
- Designed and implemented engaging lesson plans for diverse toddler age groups.
- Fostered a nurturing and safe classroom environment for children’s development.
- Interacted with kids to establish motor skills and readiness for pre-school, assisted with potty training, and collaborated with educational therapists for individualized student support.
- Collaborated with parents to support student learning and address concerns.
- Thornton, CO
Event Security
G.C.U. Public Safety
Phoenix
01.2019 - 04.2019
- Managed large-scale special event security operations with multiple agencies involved.
- Monitored and managed event security personnel to ensure proper coverage of the venue.
- Collaborated with GCU community to ensure safety during events.
- Maintained awareness of surroundings to enhance safety for myself and community.
- Organized services such as transportation, event security and catering.
Education
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ04-2020
Diploma -
Mapleton Early College
Thornton, CO05-2016
Skills
- Youth mentorship and engagement
- Event planning and coordination
- Program evaluation
- Program logistics
- Team leadership
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Group facilitation
- Adaptability
- Eagerness to learn
- Integrity
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
- Mental Health Training
- Lifeguard with CPR/AED
- Early Childhood Professional Credential- 3.0 Level 6
References
- Shelbie Reynolds, Coworker Commerce City Specialist, Sreynolds@c3gov.com, 303-502-6710
- Allison Patton, Past Co Teacher/Colleague, Allisonpatton0721@gmail.com, 720-701-2773
- Courtney Dietiker, Past Assistant Director, Courtneyfantasia3@yahoo.com, 720-421-4086
Timeline
Youth Services Family & Enrichment Specialist
Commerce City Parks & Rec
08.2025 - Current
Teen Camp Director
Commerce City Parks & Rec
04.2025 - 08.2025
Lead Staff Support & Float
7 Steps Learning Academy
01.2025 - 03.2025
Lead Toddler Teacher
La Petite Academy
10.2023 - 01.2024
Lead Toddler Teacher
Goddard School
08.2022 - 09.2023
Lead Toddler/Preschool Teacher
Everbrook Academy
03.2022 - 12.2022
Lead Toddler Teacher
Crème De La Crème
05.2019 - 03.2022
Event Security
G.C.U. Public Safety
01.2019 - 04.2019
Bachelor's degree - Early Childhood Education
Grand Canyon University
Diploma -
Mapleton Early College