Shelby Lindsay
Lexington
Summary
Youth services professional with experience supporting students in academic, personal and career development. Skilled in connecting families to resources, assisting diverse learners and helping students build independence and confidence. Strong communication skills and a student-centered approach that promotes success.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Family Resource & Youth Services Coordinator
Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington
06.2025 - Current
- Connected students and families with community resources (utilities, housing, food, clothing).
- Provided referrals and support to help families overcome barriers to attendance and academic success.
- Managed the school’s hygiene closet and supported basic-needs requests for 100+ students.
- Assisted families with applications and accessing local assistance programs.
- Collaborated with teachers, counselors, and outside agencies to ensure consistent student support.
Pre-ETS College and Career Coach
Everybody Counts
Frankfort
07.2024 - Current
- Supported students with academic needs, self-advocacy, and transition planning.
- Provided guidance in college applications, career exploration, and workplace readiness skills.
- Advised students on creating effective post-high school transition plans.
- Guided FAFSA completion and scholarship searches to improve funding opportunities.
SpEd Paraprofessional
Fayette County Public Schools
Lexington
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Monitored individual student performance to identify strengths and weaknesses in subject areas.
- Facilitated small group instruction to assist students needing extra support with coursework.
- Consulted with teachers on student progress, IEP adjustments, and classroom requirements.
- Delivered one-on-one support to students with special education needs.
Education
Master of Science - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
Newport, KY 08.2025 - 12.2025
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, KYSkills
- Career exploration & soft-skills coaching
- Self-advocacy support
- Small-group facilitation
- Classroom assistance & student engagement
- Supporting diverse learners
- Behavior support & redirection
- One-on-one academic support
- Goal-setting & progress monitoring
- Communication with students and families
Activities
- Dean's List Fall 2022
- President's List Fall 2023-2024
- Graduated with Cum laude
- Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
- President of the Zeta Nu chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. 2023-2024
- Awarded Living of the ritual
Timeline
Master of Science - Social Work
Northern Kentucky University
08.2025 - 12.2025
Family Resource & Youth Services Coordinator
Fayette County Public Schools
06.2025 - Current
Pre-ETS College and Career Coach
Everybody Counts
07.2024 - Current
SpEd Paraprofessional
Fayette County Public Schools
09.2022 - 05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - General Studies
Eastern Kentucky University