Skyler Shively
Lindale,TX
Summary
To leverage leadership, organizational development, and community engagement experience in serving as Executive Director of The Children's Park of Tyler, fostering meaningful connections and impactful programming for families and the community.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
09.2018 - Current
- Develop and implement 27 yearly educational programs to meet community needs, focusing on youth leadership, agricultural awareness, and disaster preparedness
- Manage and oversee budgets for various community projects and initiatives
- Build collaborative partnerships with local organizations, businesses, and schools to enhance program outreach
- Expand agency budget through fundraising and grants by over 289% in five years
Executive Director
Smith County 4-H
09.2018 - Current
- Lead and expand 4-H programs to serve over 150 youth members and 180,000 educational contacts annually, emphasizing personal growth, skill development, and community service
- Direct strategic planning and fundraising initiatives, including organizing events, securing sponsorships, and cultivating donor relationships
- Worked closely with organizational leadership and board of directors to guide operational strategy.
- Coordinate volunteer engagement and training, ensuring alignment with organizational goals
- Oversaw financial management, ensuring fiscal responsibility and long-term sustainability for the organization.
- Managed a diverse team of professionals, fostering a collaborative work environment for increased productivity.
- Monitored compliance with laws and regulations to protect organization from legal liabilities and penalties.
Director of AgriSciences
Sabine ISD
07.2017 - 08.2018
- Increased student participation in agricultural programs by 40% through innovative curriculum and extracurricular activities
- Supervised and mentored students, guiding them to success in regional, state and national competitions
- Strengthened ties between the school district and local agricultural organizations to provide resources and opportunities
AgriScience Teacher
Yantis ISD
07.2016 - 07.2017
- Designed and delivered curriculum tailored to diverse learning needs, focusing on both academic and hands-on agricultural education
- Successfully coached leadership development teams to state-level recognition
Director of AgriSciences
Hawkins ISD
07.2014 - 07.2016
- Enhanced community engagement through the integration of service projects into the agricultural program of activities
- Achieved growth in program participation and student achievements, with several earning prestigious awards
Education
Master of Science - Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
Arkansas State University
Jonesboro, AR05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science and Technology
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Commerce, TX01.2014
Skills
- Nonprofit Management
- Community Engagement and Development
- Strategic Planning and Fundraising
- Collaborative mindset
- Technical assistance
- Environmental education
- Curriculum design
- Workshop facilitation
- Community engagement
- Stakeholder management
- Problem-solving
- Relationship building
Accomplishments
- Texas County Agriculture Agent Association D5 Early Career Agent of the Year 2022
- Coach to Texas Champion and National Finalist 4-H Prepared Public Speaking
- Increased agency educational contacts by 111% in five years
Affiliations
- Lindale Area Chamber of Commerce - Board of Directors
- Local Emergency Planning Committee - Smith County
- Smith County Junior Livestock Show
- Smith County Youth Expo
- Texas Association of 4-H Youth Development Professionals - Former D5 Director
- Rotary Clubs of Tyler (Fundraising Professional / Auctioneer)
- Texas Christmas Tree Growers Association (Fundraising Professional / Auctioneer)
- Smith County Area Go Texan (Fundraising Professional / Auctioneer) Smith County Farm Bureau - County Young Farmer and Rancher Chairman
- Texas Farm Bureau - Smith County Young Farmer and Rancher Committee Chairman
Timeline
County Extension Agent
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service
09.2018 - Current
Executive Director
Smith County 4-H
09.2018 - Current
Director of AgriSciences
Sabine ISD
07.2017 - 08.2018
AgriScience Teacher
Yantis ISD
07.2016 - 07.2017
Director of AgriSciences
Hawkins ISD
07.2014 - 07.2016
Master of Science - Disaster Preparedness and Emergency Management
Arkansas State University
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Science and Technology
Texas A&M University-Commerce
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