Welcome New ES Aides

Shorecrest's Experiential School and Auxiliary Programs are delighted to welcome four new team members: Alyssa Gabbard, Emily Johnson, Hayley Rodriguez and Taylor Tutt. As ES Aides, they will collaborate closely with classroom teachers, teaching assistants and Extended Day personnel. This unique "cross-program" approach creates a bridge between the school day and Extended Day, ensuring a seamless experience for ES students. By immersing themselves in the routines of both programs, these team members will provide the consistency and familiarity Chargers thrive on. This addition strengthens the program, improves student-teacher ratios, and elevates the overall quality of the student experience at Shorecrest.

Alyssa Gabbard:

Alyssa has been part of the Shorecrest community since 2025. She began working in the ES Extended Day program as well as serving as an ES Substitute Teacher, and now supports students as an ES/Auxiliary Aide. Born and raised in Pinellas with a lifelong love of education, Alyssa has many years working in Early Childhood Education and has earned a Florida Childcare Professional Credential. She was a lead preschool teacher for several years before making her switch into the Shorecrest community. She enjoys sharing her love of crafting and reading with the students. “Ms. Alyssa” has formed meaningful connections with ES students and is excited to be part of the new team of Aides to help further support young learners in the classroom.

Emily Johnson:

Emily has been part of the Shorecrest community since 2025. She began her Shorecrest journey in ES Extended Day, where she fell in love with the School's culture. She is a Florida native and has been working with kids since her sophomore year of high school. Emily is passionate about continuing her work with school-age children as an ES/Auxiliary Aid and plans to go back to USF to finish her bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and Psychology.

Hayley Rodriguez:

Hayley Rodriguez joined Shorecrest in 2025 in the ES Extended Day program. A St. Petersburg native, she has dedicated her career to working with children from infancy through middle school. Her background includes experience as a preschool teacher, substitute teacher, and middle school aide, providing her with a strong foundation in supporting students across all stages of development. Hayley is deeply passionate about the arts, especially drawing, watercolor, and photography, and she loves sharing that passion with her students. She also leads the Petite Picasso Club - part of the After School Clubs - where she encourages creativity and self-expression through hands-on art experiences. She loves being part of the Shorecrest community and feels truly lucky to work in such a supportive and inspiring environment.

Taylor Tutt:
Taylor is an Experiential School Teaching Aide and Auxiliary Support at Shorecrest, where she partners with lead teachers to enrich students’ daily learning and provide continued support through the Extended Day program. Originally from Virginia, she earned her bachelor’s degree in Liberal Arts and Sciences from Virginia Tech and plans to pursue a Master of Arts in Teaching at University of South Florida. Taylor is passionate about helping children feel safe, capable and understood in the classroom. She brings empathy, attentiveness and an encouraging presence that supports each child’s individual growth.