This document summarizes the qualifications and experience of Shanika Jones-Ridley as the Pre-K Director for the YMCA of Greater Birmingham. It provides details of her educational background, including degrees from Miles College and Nova Southeastern University. It also outlines her work history of over 10 years as a Pre-K teacher and director at schools and the YMCA. The document then provides an overview of the 1st Class Pre-K program, including its founding, goals, teaching approach, and use of the Teaching Strategies Gold assessment tool.