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About our Staff
About our Staff
At SHACC, teachers are expected to take an active role in engaging with the children throughout the day, making every interaction a meaningful opportunity for growth and connection. This means that teachers are not only supervising activities but also immersing themselves fully in the children’s experiences. By asking open-ended questions about what the children are doing—such as, “What are you building?” or “Can you tell me about your drawing?” —teachers help to encourage critical thinking, expand vocabulary, and foster curiosity.
When children engage in imaginative or pretend play, teachers join in, taking on roles within the play scenario and encouraging the children’s creativity. This involvement helps build social skills, such as turn-taking and cooperation while supporting the child’s self-expression. Teachers are also quick to notice when a child is interested in a story and will sit down to read books, either when prompted by the child or during quiet moments. Reading together helps to develop a love for literature and supports early literacy skills.
Training and Certifications:
Training and Certifications:
Early Childhood Education
CPR, First Aid, and AED
Food Handlers
Infant Safe Sleep
Childcare Health and Safety
Recognizing and Reporting Child Abuse and Neglect
Foundations for Learning
Diversity
Family and Community Studies
Health, Safety, and Nutrition
Human Growth and Development
Learning Environments and Curriculum
Observation and Assessment
Personal, Professional, and Leadership Development
Program Management
Special Needs
Understanding and Guiding Behavior
and more!
All staff members are FBI background checked!
Meet our Staff
Meet our Staff
Meet our Directors
Meet our Directors
Meet our Assistant Director
Meet our Assistant Director
Mackenzie Johnson
Mackenzie Johnson
Mackenzie has dedicated her career to Early Childhood Education, with a special focus on working with infants and toddlers. At SHACC, she began as the lead infant teacher and has now progressed to the role of assistant director. Mackenzie is passionate about free-choice activities in the classroom, as she loves to see what the children choose to explore and how their imaginations flourish.
Outside of teaching, Mackenzie enjoys exploring the Oregon coast with her family and discovering new camping spots.
Her love for adventure and nature complements her dedication to fostering growth and creativity in young minds.
Meet our Early Childhood Director
Meet our Early Childhood Director
Christine Budgeon
Christine Budgeon
Christine is the Early Childhood Director at SHAPA/SHACC. She has 16 years of experience supporting the growth and learning of children from birth to age five. She loves creating environments where children can explore, play, and discover, helping them build confidence and a love of learning.
Christine believes each child is unique. She works to provide support and encouragement so every child can thrive. She also partners closely with families, sharing guidance and resources to help parents feel confident in their role.
She supports teachers too, making sure they have the tools and knowledge to create positive learning experiences. Christine herself loves learning—reading, crafting, traveling, and exploring new ideas.
Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with her husband and their two dogs, exploring the outdoors, and making memories together.
Christine is excited to be part of the SHAPA/SHACC community and looks forward to helping every child reach their full potential.
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