Jessica Sanchez-Armstrong

Jessica Sanchez-Armstrong has a diverse work experience in the field of family engagement, health support, and transition. Jessica currently holds the position of Director of Family Engagement and Health Support and Transition - Bilingual at Shine Early Learning since 2022. In this role, they focus on positive child and family outcomes to close the achievement gap.

Prior to this, Jessica worked at the Washington State Department of Health from 2018 to 2022 as a WIC and Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Consultant. Here, they managed the breastfeeding peer-counseling program on a state agency level and was responsible for program planning and management.

From 2016 to 2018, they held the position of Health Coordinator at Shine Early Learning, where they provided comprehensive health services to families enrolled in the Head Start program. Jessica also oversaw the development and implementation of the health component for Head Start.

Before joining Shine Early Learning, Jessica worked at the Washington State Department of Health from 2010 to 2016 as a Health Service Consultant for the Breastfeeding Peer Counseling Program. Here, they managed the program on a state agency level and was involved in program planning and supervision.

In the earlier years of their career, they worked as a Health Promotion Coordinator at North Central Health District from 2006 to 2010. In this role, they coordinated the districtwide work plan focused on promoting healthy communities and integrating strategies into various domains.

Additionally, Jessica worked as a Community Education/Marketing Coordinator and Worksite Wellness Coordinator at Houston Healthcare for a brief period in 2008. Here, they were responsible for coordinating worksite wellness programs and collaborating with community organizations to improve the health of the workforce.

Overall, Jessica Sanchez-Armstrong has an extensive background in family engagement, health support, and wellness program management across various organizations.

Jessica Sanchez-Armstrong pursued their higher education in a disciplined and focused manner. From 1992 to 1996, they attended Claflin University, where they obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Chemistry (Pre-Med). Building upon their undergraduate studies, they then enrolled at Walden University, from 2005 to 2007, to achieve a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree with a concentration in Community Health. Jessica's academic background demonstrates their dedication to the fields of healthcare and public health.