Jessica Armstrong
Tumwater,WA
Summary
Public health leader with over 20 years of experience in designing and managing impactful community health programs. Expertise includes family engagement, breastfeeding promotion, and multi-site program implementation. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and advance health equity through culturally grounded approaches.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Director, Family Engagement & Health Services (Bilingual), and Health Services Coordinator (KY)
Shine Early Learning
Louisville, KY
07.2021 - 05.2025
- Designed, implemented, and evaluated multi-state health promotion and family engagement programs, improving child wellness, parent participation, and overall family outcomes.
- Conducted comprehensive community health assessments to identify high-needs populations and developed targeted, data-driven outreach strategies that increase service access and engagement.
- Facilitated coalitions, workshops, and parent education programs to strengthen community health literacy and empower caregivers with practical skills and resources.
- Oversaw program budgets, compliance activities, and reporting to ensure complete alignment with federal Head Start Performance Standards and state health regulations.
- Supervised and coached cross-functional teams, building staff capacity in cultural humility, equity-driven practice, trauma-informed care, caseload management, community resource navigation, and family advocacy.
- Coordinated community workshops, health education events, and parent engagement sessions.
- Built partnerships with schools, mental health providers, and civic groups to expand wraparound health and education services.
Health Services Consultant (WIC & Breastfeeding Programs)
Washington Department of Health
Olympia, WA
11.2018 - 07.2021
- Directed statewide breastfeeding peer counseling program, including staff supervision, training, quality assurance, budget monitoring, and policy development.
- Implemented quality assurance and compliance reviews, ensuring adherence to federal and state standards.
- Developed and presented health education workshops and technical training for WIC staff.
- Applied social media outreach strategies to increase program participation and awareness.
- Served on health equity coalitions, advancing culturally responsive public health strategies.
- Provide technical assistance to local agencies; lead statewide health equity initiatives and emergency preparedness activities.
- Support WIC program materials development in Spanish; participate in CIMS system replacement, EBT rollout, and continuous improvement projects.
Family Engagement, Health, and Nutrition Strategy
Acelero/Shine Early Learning
Louisville, KY
07.2016 - 08.2018
- Led family engagement, health, and nutrition initiatives across community partner sites to support the full implementation of Acelero's two-generation model.
- Directed ERSEA processes, health and safety compliance, nutrition services, family partnership development, and ongoing performance monitoring.
- Applied data analytics to assess program effectiveness, develop quality improvement strategies, and strengthen service delivery across multiple sites.
- Mentored multidisciplinary leadership teams in health, education, and family services to ensure fidelity to Head Start standards and continuous improvement practices.
- Built and maintained strategic partnerships with medical, dental, behavioral health, and social service providers to advance health equity, and expand family access to holistic care.
Public Health Promotion Coordinator
North Central Health District
Macon, GA
01.2006 - 08.2010
- Directed district-wide chronic disease prevention and health promotion programs across thirteen counties.
- Conducted community health surveys, needs assessments, and evaluations to identify health trends and service gaps.
- Coordinated coalitions and advisory councils, securing new partnerships to expand outreach.
- Led faith-based health initiatives, research partnerships, worksite wellness, and regional coalitions.
- Managed a $750K program budget and prepared grant proposals to sustain health promotion initiatives.
Education
Community Health
08.2005 - 11.2007
Bachelor of Science - Pre-Med-Biology/Chemistry
08.1992 - 05.1996
GPA: Cum Laude
Skills
- Community outreach and engagement
- Coalition and partnership development
- Health promotion and risk reduction
- Program planning, monitoring, and evaluation
- Cultural and linguistic health communication
- Grant writing and resource development
- Workshop facilitation and public speaking
- Data collection, analysis, and reporting
- Budget oversight and compliance
- Training and capacity building
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suites
- Skilled in data systems
- Experienced in grant applications and fiscal management
- Strong public speaking, facilitation, and coalition-building skills
Certification
- Cancer Recovery Specialist, Georgia College & University, 2009
- Basic Life Support (BLS)/CPR, 08/01/25
Military Status
Military Disabled Veteran Spouse
Languages
Spanish, Fluent (Speaking, Reading, Writing)
Bilingual
- English
- Spanish
Additional Qualifications
- Proficient in Microsoft Office & Google Suites
- Skilled in data systems
- Experienced in grant applications and fiscal management
- Strong public speaking, facilitation, and coalition-building skills
Affiliations
HS Volleyball Coach
Timeline
Director, Family Engagement & Health Services (Bilingual), and Health Services Coordinator (KY) - Shine Early Learning
07.2021 - 05.2025
Health Services Consultant (WIC & Breastfeeding Programs) - Washington Department of Health
11.2018 - 07.2021
Family Engagement, Health, and Nutrition Strategy - Acelero/Shine Early Learning
07.2016 - 08.2018
Public Health Promotion Coordinator - North Central Health District
01.2006 - 08.2010
Walden University - , Community Health
08.2005 - 11.2007
Claflin University - Bachelor of Science, Pre-Med-Biology/Chemistry
08.1992 - 05.1996