Professional Summary
Senior living Activities Director with over 20 years of experience in programming, curriculum development, and community engagement. Montessori-trained with deep expertise in creating meaningful activities that promote cognitive function, physical well-being, and social connection for residents in assisted living and memory care settings. Proven track record of building engaging programs from the ground up, managing budgets, leading teams, and fostering environments where residents feel valued and connected. Currently developing a digital activities management platform (Compass) designed to streamline activity planning, documentation, and family communication for senior care communities.
Professional Experience
Activities Director
Aug 2025 — Present
Spring Creek Adult Retirement & Memory Care — Plano, TX
- Direct all activities and engagement programming for assisted living and memory care residents
- Design and implement daily, weekly, and monthly activity calendars tailored to varying cognitive and physical ability levels
- Lead group exercises, arts and crafts, music therapy, reminiscence sessions, and community outings
- Coordinate memory care–specific programming including sensory activities, validation therapy, and structured routines
- Manage activity department budget, vendor contracts, and supply procurement
- Build and maintain relationships with residents, families, and care staff to ensure person-centered programming
- Recruit, schedule, and manage volunteers and entertainment providers
- Ensure compliance with state regulations and maintain documentation for survey readiness
- Lead monthly resident council meetings and publish community newsletters
- Pilot and provide feedback on Compass, a digital activities management platform for senior care communities
Director of Summer Activities
Aug 2024 — Aug 2025
Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County — Collin County, TX
- Planned, scheduled, and directed the full summer program for hundreds of youth across multiple club sites
- Developed age-appropriate curriculum spanning STEM, arts, sports, and life skills programming
- Managed program staff, volunteer scheduling, and daily operations across multiple locations
- Oversaw program budget, resource allocation, and supply purchasing
- Built partnerships with community organizations, local businesses, and guest presenters
- Ensured safety compliance and maintained staff training records
Activities Director
Dec 2022 — Aug 2024
Mayberry Gardens — Garland, TX
- Developed and ran the Activities Department from the ground up at a senior living community
- Planned daily activities for 365 days a year and led groups of 40+ residents
- Managed the Activities Department's monthly budget, consistently saving funds for major events
- Recruited entertainers, scheduled performers, and coordinated community events
- Led both indoor and outdoor group exercise sessions
- Ran monthly resident council meetings and published community newsletters
- In charge of house activities and resident engagement programming
- Managed volunteers and their schedules
Director of Programs
Oct 2022 — Dec 2022
Kiddie Academy — Rockwall, TX
- Directed programming and curriculum development for early childhood education center
- Scheduled entertainers and recruited new talent for children's programs
- Performed parent-teacher conferences and developmental assessments
- Part of the management staff overseeing daily operations
Unit / Site Director
Oct 2020 — Oct 2022
Boys & Girls Clubs — Central NH
- Created and implemented programs, activities, and services for youth and teens
- Managed monthly budget, staff hours, and trainings
- Built strong relationships with schools, youth, and parents
- Trained staff and maintained updated staff records
- Maintained professional contact with community leaders and organizations
- Oversaw budgeting, financial forecasting, and resource management
- Maintained regulatory compliance and managed inspections
Lead Preschool Teacher
Aug 2019 — Aug 2020
St. Peter's Home — Collin County, TX
- Created and implemented curriculum for preschool and kindergarten classes
- Supervised activities aimed at improving fine motor skills for handwriting readiness
- Led circle time with questions and discussions for class engagement
- Applied knowledge of state regulations and developmentally appropriate practices
Co-Lead Preschool Teacher
Mar 2017 — Aug 2019
The Learning Tree — Londonderry, NH
- Collaborated with co-teacher to implement theme-based curriculum
- Supervised activities and led discussion circles
- Applied knowledge of state regulations and developmentally appropriate practices
Education & Certifications
Texas Activities Director Certification
State of Texas
2020 — Present
Associate Degree
Southern New Hampshire University
2020 — Present
Montessori Training
Montessori-certified methodology
Core Skills
Activity Programming
Memory Care
Curriculum Development
Budget Management
Event Planning
Team Leadership
Volunteer Management
Regulatory Compliance
Person-Centered Care
Community Engagement
Staff Training
Montessori Method
Family Communication
Documentation & Survey Readiness
Digital Tools (Compass)
Public Speaking
Creative Arts
Group Facilitation