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Tonya Barnes
Pre-K Teacher , The Learning Academy
Location: Brunswick, GA United States
Joined: Mar 27th, 2026

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Albany State University class of 2000

Undergrad Major: Criminal Justice

Campus Organization:

Alpha Kappa Alpha

Claim To Fame:

I was in the Marching Ram Band.

Most Memorable Moment:

One of my most memorable moments is when it�s time for the band to come into the football stadium. The drums start to let the crowd know it's time for us to make our grand entrance. To hear the crowd roar with cheers for us, is a sound and a feeling I�ll never forget.

Other College... class of 2019

Grad Major: Sociology

Experience

I currently work with The Learning Academy as Pre-K Teacher
I have 26 years of experience working in the industry.

Resource Manager / Site Coordinator / Parent Outreach | Communities in Schools â Glynn County Schools
From August 2020 to July 2025 • 5 year(s)
Lead site operations across multiple school-based initiatives supporting at-risk students. Manage relationships with school administrators, families, volunteers, and community partners.

Paraprofessional â In-School Suspension Coordinator | Glynn County School System
From August 2018 to August 2020 • 2 year(s)
Supervised classroom management for students in ISS, supporting behavior improvement and academic progress. Provided reflective support and communication with teachers and administrators.

Caregiver | Coastal Home Care
From January 2014 to January 2017 • 3 year(s)
Delivered personalized in-home care services, including meal prep, medication reminders, and companionship. Monitored client well-being and maintained detailed care notes.

House Leader / D.D. Instructor / Case Coordinator / Employment Support | Gateway Behavioral Health Systems
From January 2011 to January 2015 • 4 year(s)
Supervised staff and developed person-centered plans for individuals with developmental disabilities. Supported daily living, vocational training, community integration, and transition planning.

Foster Care Case Manager | Department of Family and Children Services (DFCS)
From January 2008 to January 2009 • 1 year(s)
Oversaw foster care caseload, provided case management, and led service planning and reviews. Maintained compliance with licensing standards and coordinated with interdisciplinary teams.

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