Brenda Mearian Schneider
Raleigh
Summary
Dedicated Teaching Professional with strong leadership background and program management expertise. Developed and implemented engaging activities to promote social interaction, intellectual growth, and physical wellbeing, enhancing quality of life for individuals. Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills through calm and effective intervention strategies tailored to diverse needs.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Life Enrichment Specialist
Kisco Senior Living
Raleigh
07.2025 - Current
- Designed engaging activities to enhance resident social interaction and well-being.
- Coordinated transportation for residents to off-site events and appointments.
- Facilitated art and music therapy sessions promoting emotional expression and creativity.
- Organized volunteer opportunities connecting residents with the local community.
- Implemented wellness programs focusing on physical fitness and mental stimulation.
- Trained staff on best practices for resident engagement and support techniques.
- Evaluated resident participation in activities to ensure diverse interests were met.
- Facilitated life skills workshops focused on topics such as financial literacy, health education, nutrition management, stress reduction techniques, and communication strategies.
- Provided guidance to individuals in developing leisure skills for community engagement. with disabilities in developing leisure skills necessary for successful community integration.
- Assisted with the coordination of special events such as birthday parties and holiday celebrations.
- Collaborated with family members to ensure that all aspects of their loved one's care are being met in accordance with their wishes.
- Facilitated workshops that promoted self-expression through creative outlets. among participants through use of music therapy techniques.
- Utilized creative problem solving strategies when dealing with challenging situations involving participants or staff members.
- Organized trips for participants to visit local attractions such as museums, parks, and other recreational facilities.
- Implemented safety measures throughout all program areas ensuring compliance with applicable regulations.
- Promoted positive relationships between residents through organized recreational activities such as bingo games or art classes.
- Provided support for volunteers involved in delivering recreational services within the facility.
- Designed innovative approaches to encourage resident involvement in meaningful activities.
- Developed and implemented a variety of activities to meet the physical, cognitive, spiritual, emotional, and social needs of clients.
- Established partnerships with external organizations offering specialized services such as pet therapy or music therapy programs.
- Planned, organized, facilitated and promoted diverse recreational programs.
- Introduced new arrivals to other participants, explained facility rules and encouraged participation.
- Collaborated with management to address and resolve participant complaints effectively. to discuss and resolve participant complaints.
Founder and Executive Director
Police at Play
Raleigh
08.2012 - Current
- Directed startup operations, focusing on legal matters, website development, marketing strategies, event coordination, and collaboration with community and law enforcement.
- Highly experienced in development, direction, and management of Non-Profit Organization.
- Developing and implementing innovative programs and products and services.
- Manage the organization’s core functions in Finance, Administration, Communication, and Development.
- Cultivated partnerships with other non-profit organizations and government officials to enhance collaborative efforts.
- Extensive experience developing and implementing new policies, managing meetings, and evaluating programs.
- Extensive organizational development and early childhood/family-centered program development experience.
- Founded and led a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting community needs and fostering collaboration with local law enforcement.
Business Owner
B's Bites
Raleigh
03.2008 - Current
Patient Care Coordinator
Miracle Ear
Raleigh
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Coordinated patient appointments and managed scheduling for optimal service delivery.
- Facilitated communication between patients and audiologists to ensure needs were met.
- Maintained patient records and updated information in electronic health systems.
- Maintained accurate records of all patient care activities using electronic health record systems.
- Assisted patients with hearing aid fittings and provided product education.
- Provided support to patients regarding insurance claims and billing inquiries.
- Coordinated follow-up visits and scheduled patient appointments.
- Assisted in creating a positive environment for patients, family members, and staff by providing excellent customer service.
Lead Preschool Teacher
New Hope Baptist Preschool
Raleigh
08.2012 - 12.2023
- Created and implemented developmentally appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles.
- Maintained classroom environments through clearly outlined rules and positive reinforcement techniques to foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
- Organized and led activities to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Identified children needing extra support for emotional, health-related, or developmental concerns and developed tailored improvement strategies to enhance their growth.
- Established safe, developmentally appropriate environments that promoted children's exploration and learning.
- Identified children needing extra support for emotional, health-related or developmental concerns and conceived improvement strategies.
- Created and implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum that addressed all learning styles.
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings and increase overall student happiness.
- Developed professional relationships with parents, teachers, directors and therapists.
Office Manager
Chiropractor
Raleigh
04.2010 - 06.2010
Education
Group Fitness Instructor
SCW Fitness
06.2026 - 06.2026
Certification - Activity Director Certification
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NC 05.2025 - 08.2025
Early Childhood Education -
Wake Technical Community College
Raleigh, NCEarly Childhood Education -
Southern Union State Community College
Wadley, ALEarly Childhood Education -
Auburn University
Auburn, ALSkills
- Activity planning
- Program development
- Event planning
- Event coordination
- Activity management
- Activity supervision
- Health promotion
- Wellness implementation
- Creative programming
- Active listening
- Physical fitness
- Community outreach
- Relationship Building
- Parent collaboration
- Staff training
- Teacher mentor
- Resident engagement
- Inclusive practices
- Analytical decision making
- Analytical thinking
- Self-directed
- Issue resolution
- Conflict resolution
- Conflict de-escalation
- Motivation strategies
- Time management
- Schedule management
- Event scheduling
- Meeting planning
- Team collaboration
- Resourceful
- Self-directed
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills
- Active listening
- Communication techniques
- Flexibility
- Project management
- Arts and crafts
- Activity supervision
- Conflict resolution
- Project management
- Flexibility
- Decision-making
- Arts and crafts
Additional Information
President of the Triangle Area Auburn Club, Local area Alumni Club for Auburn University., Volunteers at local elementary schools, working closely with and assisting teachers and support staff to help plan and carry out school events such as carnivals and fundraisers., Performs community outreach work with RPD community officers to include game days, pop up soccer, movie events and planned events for preschool., Volunteers helping with New Hope Baptist Church community missions and children's ministry, helping in event planning, community outreach, and homework help program., Millbrook Community Action Committee Member., Summer Foods marketing team Member., Continuing Education for 2019: Adult Mental Health first aid certified, Youth mental health first aid certified and Trauma informed classroom.
Timeline
Group Fitness Instructor
SCW Fitness
06.2026 - 06.2026
Life Enrichment Specialist
Kisco Senior Living
07.2025 - Current
Certification - Activity Director Certification
Wake Technical Community College
05.2025 - 08.2025
Patient Care Coordinator
Miracle Ear
01.2025 - 07.2025
Founder and Executive Director
Police at Play
08.2012 - Current
Lead Preschool Teacher
New Hope Baptist Preschool
08.2012 - 12.2023
Office Manager
Chiropractor
04.2010 - 06.2010
Business Owner
B's Bites
03.2008 - Current
Early Childhood Education -
Wake Technical Community College
Early Childhood Education -
Southern Union State Community College
Early Childhood Education -
Auburn University