Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
“2024 Douglas County Sentinel Readers' Choice Award for Best Childcare
Certification
Timeline
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Shellie Hunter

Villa Rica,GA

Summary

Dynamic preschool director with a strong background in early childhood education at Go Christian Academy. Expert in child development and parent communication, fostering inclusive environments and enhancing student growth. Proven ability to manage operations effectively while training staff and building lasting relationships, ensuring compliance and promoting a positive learning atmosphere.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Preschool Director

Go Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current
  • Supervise teaching staff and resolve issues.
  • Maintain compliance with state licensing regulations through diligent record keeping and routine inspection preparation.
  • Collaborate with staff to create an inclusive environment, accommodating diverse learning needs.
  • Managed daily operations, ensuring efficient scheduling, and resource allocation for optimal program performance.
  • Hire and train new preschool employees.
  • Conducted staff evaluations and provided constructive feedback, fostering professional growth and development.
  • Develope strong parent-teacher relationships through effective communication and regular progress updates.

Operations and Communication Coordinator

Go Christian Academy
08.2019 - 05.2022
  • Enhanced school awareness by developing and executing communication plans.
  • Boosted social media presence with engaging content and consistent updates, doubling followers.
  • Coordinated more than 15 school events to promote community throughout the school and families.
  • Developed marketing strategies to promote school.
  • Developed school calendar

Preschool Lead Teacher

Go Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2019
  • Planned and prepared activities for preschool age students.
  • Built strong relationships with parents, providing regular updates on student progress and addressing concerns promptly.
  • Promoted a positive classroom environment, fostering respect, empathy, and teamwork among students.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.
  • Implemented age-appropriate curriculum to meet needs of young learners.
  • Planned and executed activities to stimulate physical, social and intellectual growth.

Middle and High School Paraprofessional

Douglas County School System
08.2009 - 05.2014
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Supported teachers in grading assignments, ensuring timely feedback for students.
  • Assisted students in developing deeper understanding of course concepts by providing one-on-one support.
  • Developed and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and staff, enhancing school community.

Education

BBA - Marketing

University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GA
08-2008

Skills

  • Early childhood education
  • Team leadership skills
  • Strategic planning
  • Social media strategy
  • Child development expertise
  • Time management
  • Written and verbal communication
  • Problem-solving skills

“2024 Douglas County Sentinel Readers' Choice Award for Best Childcare

Go Christian Academy was voted the best childcare in Douglas County for 2024

Certification

Georgia Assessments for the Certification of Educators (GACE)

Program Admission Assessment-Reading, Writing, and Mathematics

Timeline

Preschool Director

Go Christian Academy
08.2022 - Current

Operations and Communication Coordinator

Go Christian Academy
08.2019 - 05.2022

Preschool Lead Teacher

Go Christian Academy
08.2015 - 05.2019

Middle and High School Paraprofessional

Douglas County School System
08.2009 - 05.2014

BBA - Marketing

University of West Georgia

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