I am a writer, yoga teacher, and mother of four.

My experiences are diverse and many of my skills

are self-taught. I have a rich well of personal history from which to draw and a passion for learning,
teaching, and exploration. Thank you for your consideration.

Certifications
RYT 200, YOGA ALLIANCE
MARYLAND EARLY CHILDHOOD ED 90 HOUR CERTIFICATION, SINCE 1998

Experience
FREELANCE WRITER, BLOG DESIGNER
I consistently developed written and video content for other websites, including three popular
blogs:
Charlie the Cavalier
Tiny Steps Mommy
Kludgy Mom

CONTENT CONTRIBUTOR, CREATING MY REALITY, POPULAR ART AND LIFESTYLE BLOG 2013
I was personally chosen to write a biweekly column by the blog owner, Chava Kinloch. I research,
develop, and write tutorials for do-it-yourself projects. The goal of my column, OCDIY, was to
make these projects accessible to all people by adding humor and personality.
CREATOR AND OWNER, MISHMASH MAMA, WWW.MISHMASHMAMABLOG.COM 2013
I did everything from image sourcing and design, content development, editing, marketing,
networking, social media management, research and analysis. I am completely self taught,
including executing a transfer from free blog hosting to self hosted Wordpress. My writing on this
blog included personal stories, recipes, topical discussion, and literary analysis.

FOUNDER AND PRESIDENT, CATONSVILLE COOPERATIVE MARKET 2011-2012
I launched, coordinated, and publicized the ongoing effort to establish a cooperative food market in
Catonsville, serving for one year as the first Steering Committee President. During this time our
movement grew from 4 volunteers to over 100 paying members. I designed and managed the initial
website, newsletter, and social media campaign, as well as launching several fundraisers including
a successful Buying Club.

Shannon K. Thomas
1408 Hubner Ave., Catonsville, MD 21228
h 410-788-0809 c 410-903-7105
shannonkthomas6@gmail.com


WORK/STUDY, ROLLING BROOK YOGA, CATONSVILLE, MD 2011-2012
In an effort to serve and enhance my own practice, I volunteered several hours a week at my local
yoga studio. During this time, I handled clients, processed enrollments, and designed promotional
materials. I also launched their social media campaign and newsletter and implemented several
organizational systems for their student records.

LA LECHE LEAGUE LEADER, 2002-2006
In this volunteer position, I planned and taught classes and discussions for adults, lead fundraisers,
and consulted (in person and phone) with new mothers. I have training regarding lactation and
childbirth, in addition to active listening, confidentiality, and community outreach.

DESIGN ASSISTANT, L AND M DESIGNS, GAITHERSBURG, MD 1998-2000
I was an integral part of growing this business, including implementing a client organizational
system, launching and managing bookkeeping and invoicing with Quickbooks, creating design
presentations, marketing proposals, and managing the designers schedule.

NANNY, A CHOICE NANNY, BETHESDA MD 1996-2000
I have worked with children consistently from my sophomore year of high school until the birth of
my first child in August of 2000. I was accepted by the agency, A Choice Nanny, based on my
experience and educational background, to work with infants through school-aged children.
Through this agency, I worked as a full time caregiver and home manager for one family for over 3
years, and on a part-time basis for several others, including a set of infant twins.

TEACHER, OLNEY CHILDRENS CENTER, OLNEY, MD 410-744-0946 1996-1999
During my three years at Olney Childrens Center, I wore many hats. My first position was as a
teaching assistant for the school-aged program. I was then selected to work as an assistant for the
preschool program. I completed my certification and became a school-aged Group Leader in 1997,
and Lead Preschool Teacher in 1998. I was the youngest Lead Teacher at the Center, at 19.

Education

YOGA TEACHER TRAINING, SOL YOGA, FREDERICK, MD CLASS OF 2013
I recently completed this intense six month training program which included classes in anatomy
and physiology, ethics, nutrition, meditation, ample practice teaching, and of course, asana practice.
CCBC-CATONSVILLE, 2010-CURRENT
I am a Deans List student with a GPA of 3.75. I am currently enrolled in classes for the Medical
Laboratory Technician program, with a plan to transfer to the University of Maryland. I am
minoring in Womens Studies.
MONTGOMERY COLLEGE, EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION 1996-1998

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I worked full-time while enrolled, to pay for my classes. My GPA was consistently above 3.0.






Skills

EDUCATION LIFE SKILLS MEDIA
Curriculum planning Anxiety management Social media management
Unit Study creation Cooking and whole foods Image design
Creative writing Environmental stewardship Wordpress, Mailchimp, iDraw,
QuickBooks, Mac and PC
Spiritual study Home management Community building and
fundraising
Yoga for all ages/needs Childcare and gentle discipline Internet research and sourcing
Meditation practice

Special needs (medical, autism,
deafblindness)



References

ALLISON KENNEDY, RYT 200
5639 Boyers Mill Rd, New Market, MD 21744
240-793-1845
Fellow yoga teacher, whom I have known for twenty years.

DORCAS QUYNN MCWILLIAMS, RYT 500
256 West Patrick Street #4, Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 620-0027
Owner and Teacher, Sol Yoga YTT Program

MEGAN DAVIS
2 Shady Nook Ave, Catonsville MD 21228

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724-787-9148
Co-Founder, Catonsville Cooperative Market
Adjunct Professor, UMUC

VICKI BANNISTER AND ALECIA FLYNN
1715 Edmondson Ave., Unit C, Catonsville, MD, 21228
410-744-0946
Co-owners, Rolling Brook Yoga

CHAVA KINLOCH
Invercargill, New Zealand
chava@chavakinloch.com
Owner and Creator at Creating My Reality