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Jenna Brown

Middleburg,FL

Summary

Business professional prepared for this role, bringing wealth of experience in strategic planning and operational management.

As an Executive Director, oversees operation and instructional leadership at a private preschool facility. Trains and supervises staff, sets instructional objectives and builds rapport with parents. Delivers impactful results through effective leadership and resource optimization. Focuses on fostering team collaboration and achieving exceptional outcomes with adaptability and reliability. Brings many years of experience in roles of similar capacity.

Also served as an educator for over 25 years, with a solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with engaging lessons, discussions and activities. Implemented intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. In that time, also served as a Standards Coach in an elementary school. In that capacity: conducted classroom observations and provided feedback, as well as created professional development opportunities for teachers to enhance classroom practices; created and modeled lessons for teachers to demonstrate best practices; ensured school-wide compliance to district and state standards, as well as progress towards School Improvement Plan.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

Moonbow Child
Jacksonville, FL
05.2025 - Current
  • Directed all aspects of school operations, ensuring alignment with the school's mission, vision and pedagogical standards.
  • Fostered a positive, inclusive school culture that promoted accountability, professional growth and performance among staff and students.
  • Implemented safety, security and risk management policies and procedures, ensuring a safe environment for all students and staff.
  • Recruited, hired, trained and mentored a highly effective team of educators.
  • Ensured educational integrity by overseeing all educational programs and aligning curriculum with established standards.
  • Developed and executed a comprehensive calendar of extracurricular, enrichment and family engagement programs to foster a strong, collaborative school community.
  • Maintained adherence to all state licensing standards to ensure compliance with the Department of Children and Families and local fire marshalls.
  • Oversaw daily administrative functions including enrollment, scheduling and facility management.

Owner and Director

Montessori Kids Universe
Jacksonville, Florida
03.2023 - 03.2025
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.

PK-Primary Teacher

Clay Hill Elementary School
Jacksonville, FL
08.2009 - 06.2021
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social and emotional growth.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.

Standards Coach

Duval County School Board
Jacksonville, FL
08.2005 - 06.2006

*Conferred with administrative team on professional development opportunities for teachers and staff

*Observed classroom teachers to assist them in improving best practices in classroom instruction to increase student achievement

*Assist leadership in data analysis to design lessons for increasing performance on standardized assessments

*Provide training opportunities for teachers in writing grants to obtain much needed materials for classrooms and students

*Plan for budgeting funds allocated from performance pay and achievement based incentives

Elementary School Teacher

Duval County Public Schools
Jacksonville, FL
01.2001 - 06.2004
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.

PK Teacher

Arlington Kindergarten
Jacksonville, FL
04.1993 - 08.1999
  • Supported student physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of North Florida
Jacksonville, FL
12.2000

Skills

  • Positive Reinforcement Methods
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Individual Education Plan Expertise
  • Curriculum Planning and Implementation
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Family Involvement Advocate
  • ESE Experience
  • Montessori Training

Timeline

Executive Director

Moonbow Child
05.2025 - Current

Owner and Director

Montessori Kids Universe
03.2023 - 03.2025

PK-Primary Teacher

Clay Hill Elementary School
08.2009 - 06.2021

Standards Coach

Duval County School Board
08.2005 - 06.2006

Elementary School Teacher

Duval County Public Schools
01.2001 - 06.2004

PK Teacher

Arlington Kindergarten
04.1993 - 08.1999

Bachelor of Arts - Education

University of North Florida

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 21 staff members.
  • Increased school capacity from 12-83 students in less than 1 year through targeted advertising and excellent customer service.
  • Published an article in local publication, highlighting the benefits of our facility and pedagogy.
  • Developed relationships with local agencies, including US Navy, to provide opportunities for children and families.
  • Completed philanthropic projects throughout the greater Jacksonville area.

Work Availability

monday
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Software

Proficient in ADP payroll processing

Experienced in CRM software

Full Google Suite Certification

Jenna Brown