Sharon James
Hopewell,VA
Summary
Child and youth program professional with over ten years of leadership in CYS programs. Demonstrated expertise in staff supervision, curriculum implementation, and operational management. Proven track record in creating safe, enriching environments for military children and youth, with significant achievements in staff development and program compliance, and seeking to leverage skills as Assistant Director to enhance program quality and family services.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisory Program Specialist
Yorktown Child Development Center
Fort Gregg Adams, VA
10.2024 - Current
- Supervised ratios of at least eight children aged zero to five in Child Development Center.
- Worked in-ratio 50% of time, providing staff breaks and modeling appropriate behavior.
- Assisted Director with recruitment requests utilizing Army CYS Standard Position Descriptions.
- Evaluated employee performance based on established standards and ensured timely personnel actions.
- Prepared work schedules to comply with ratio and group size requirements.
Technician
JBLE-Eustis Youth Programs
Fort Eustis, VA
07.2017 - 10.2024
- Assisted trainers in guiding lower-level employees through module completion and practical application of professional development training.
- Recorded observations and tracked the progress of team members' on-the-job skills, reporting findings to the trainer.
- Provided input to supervisor regarding promotions, reassignments, performance appraisals, and incentive awards as requested.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ08-2025
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Barton Community College
Great Bend, KS06-2016
Skills
- Youth development and curriculum planning
- Program evaluation and performance assessment
- Crisis management strategies
- Team collaboration and synergy
Accomplishments
- 733rd MSG Civilian of the Quarter Award
- 633rd Air Base Wing Civilian of the Quarter Award Civilian Services Achievement
- Medal 1st Battalion 210th Aviation Regiment
- Youth Council Advisor for the Safe Route Sidewalk Project
- BGCA 1st Place National Project Winner-$2500 Award
- BGCA Samsung Climate Super Stars Winner-$2500 Award
Certification
- BGCA/4-H Curriculum Planning
- ACE Certified Personal Trainer
- ACE Certified Youth Sports Fitness Specialist
- Certified American Red Cross First Aid/CPR/AED Instructor
- Certified Coach through National Alliance for Youth Sports
- 4-H Baby Sitting Course Instructor
Timeline
Supervisory Program Specialist
Yorktown Child Development Center
10.2024 - Current
Technician
JBLE-Eustis Youth Programs
07.2017 - 10.2024
Bachelor of Science - Management
University of Phoenix
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
Barton Community College
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