Wendy Robinson
Abilene,Kansas
Summary
Dynamic education professional with extensive experience at Abilene USD 435, excelling in curriculum development and classroom management. Proven track record in fostering student engagement and enhancing child development through innovative lesson planning and effective team leadership. Adept at compliance management and grant writing, driving successful initiatives that support community growth.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
LEAD TEACHER
ABILENE USD 435
Abilene, KS
08.2008 - Current
- Facilitated collaborative learning environments to enhance student engagement.
- Coordinated activities and resources, ensuring effective classroom management.
- Organized initiatives promoting physical, mental, and social development for each child.
- Implemented necessary disciplinary actions while adhering to school policies.
Finance Administrator
Four Seasons RV
Abilene, Kansas
05.2008 - Current
- Managed daily financial transactions and maintained accurate records for accounts payable and receivable.
- Submitted warranty claims and Kansas sales taxes to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Mailed RV titles and submitted finance contracts to banks for processing.
- Maintained monthly and annual sales logs to track performance metrics.
- Assisted with month-end closing processes by preparing necessary accrual journal entries.
- Reviewed financial information for accuracy before submitting reports to management.
- Developed filing systems for efficient access to financial documents.
- Ensured adherence to federal, state, and local regulations regarding financial activities.
Director of Children's and Youth Ministries
ABILENE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
Abilene, KS
01.2004 - Current
- Coordinated volunteer schedules and training to enhance ministry support effectiveness.
- Collaborated with parents to foster a supportive environment for children and youth activities.
- Implemented safety practices and policies for children's ministry operations.
- Planned age-appropriate curriculum aligned with church mission and values.
- Promoted intergenerational activities to strengthen community engagement across all age groups.
- Developed lesson plans consistent with curricula and core church beliefs.
- Recruited and trained primary and supplemental teaching staff to ensure quality instruction.
- Supervised nursery staff in providing care for infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children.
Grant Coordinator
SMART START DICKINSON COUNTY
Abilene, KS
06.2006 - 02.2008
- Coordinated grant applications and proposals for community development initiatives.
- Organized workshops to enhance childcare skills through training sessions.
- Reviewed and edited grant submissions for clarity and adherence to guidelines.
- Developed budgets and financial reports for grant proposals and projects.
- Monitored project progress to ensure compliance with funding requirements.
- Tracked deadlines for grant applications to ensure timely submissions.
- Researched potential funding sources and formulated strategies to secure grants.
- Maintained detailed records of awarded grants, including budgets and timelines.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - general education
Hutchinson Community College
Hutchinson, KSSkills
- Curriculum development
- Classroom management
- Lesson planning
- Child development
- Educational assessments
- Compliance management
- Grant writing
- Budget management
- Team leadership
- Volunteer coordination
- Financial reporting
- Activity planning
- Childcare needs
Timeline
LEAD TEACHER
ABILENE USD 435
08.2008 - Current
Finance Administrator
Four Seasons RV
05.2008 - Current
Grant Coordinator
SMART START DICKINSON COUNTY
06.2006 - 02.2008
Director of Children's and Youth Ministries
ABILENE FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH
01.2004 - Current
Some College (No Degree) - general education
Hutchinson Community College
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