SHANNEL KENT
Sparks,NV
Summary
Strategic education leader with extensive experience in early childhood and school operations. Proven success in staff supervision, program development, regulatory compliance, and budgeting, while building strong partnerships with families. Dedicated to fostering high-quality, developmentally appropriate learning environments and leading teams to success.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Kindergarten Teacher
House of Bread Christian Academy
Orangevale, CA
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Supported school leadership initiatives and academic goal setting.
- Collaborated with administrators to enhance instructional planning.
- Maintained strong communication with families and staff.
PreK Head Start Teacher
Elk Grove Unified School District
Elk Grove, CA
08.2019 - 06.2022
- Implemented district-approved curriculum and classroom standards.
- Maintained compliance documentation and assessment records.
- Collaborated with families and multidisciplinary teams to support student development.
Administrator / Owner
World of Fun Preschool
Sacramento, CA
06.2008 - 01.2015
- Directed all daily operations of a licensed preschool serving up to 56 students.
- Managed budgeting, purchasing, accounts payable/receivable, and financial planning.
- Hired, trained, supervised, and evaluated a staff of 8 teachers.
- Ensured compliance with Title 22 licensing regulations and safety standards.
- Developed and oversaw curriculum aligned with early childhood best practices.
- Built strong partnerships with families and regulatory agencies.
Education
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Center Operations
- Staff Supervision & Coaching
- Licensing & Compliance
- Budget Oversight
- Program Management
- Curriculum Oversight
- Family Engagement
- Leadership
Certification
- California Teaching Credential
- Site Supervisor Permit
Timeline
Kindergarten Teacher
House of Bread Christian Academy
08.2022 - 06.2024
PreK Head Start Teacher
Elk Grove Unified School District
08.2019 - 06.2022
Administrator / Owner
World of Fun Preschool
06.2008 - 01.2015
Bachelor of Science - Business Management
University of Phoenix
Master of Arts - Education
University of Phoenix