J. B. Arbelo
Executive Leader in Early Childhood & Education | Head Start | Multi-Site Management | Strategic Planning| School & Facility Development
- Role
- Director of Education at YWCA South Florida
- Location
- Miami, FL, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About J. B. Arbelo
Mission-driven Executive Director and transformational education leader with 15+ years of experience driving equity, expanding nonprofit impact, and scaling early childhood and K–12 programs that serve diverse communities. I bring deep expertise in strategic planning, multi-site operations, grant and budget management, and cross-sector collaboration to improve educational outcomes for children and families. My leadership approach is grounded in the belief that every child deserves access to high-quality education—and that strong systems, empowered teams, and data-informed decision-making are the keys to transforming outcomes at scale. Over my career, I have: Founded and led a K–6 school from vision to operation Directed complex, multi-site Head Start and VPK programs Overseen multimillion-dollar budgets and federal grant portfolios Built sustainable systems for compliance, quality assurance, and talent development Managed school construction, facility renovations, and capital improvements to ensure safe, developmentally appropriate, and high-impact learning environments Forged strategic partnerships with government agencies, school districts, and judicial stakeholders I specialize in: • Strategic Planning & Nonprofit Management • Head Start & Early Childhood Systems Leadership • Fundraising, Grant Development & Donor Relations • Multi-Site Program Oversight & Contract Compliance • Capital Improvement Projects & Facilities Planning • Organizational Culture, Talent Development & DEI • Board Governance & Stakeholder Engagement I’m passionate about systems-level change and creating scalable solutions that close opportunity gaps for children and families. Let’s connect if you\'re looking to partner on impact-driven education initiatives or discuss executive leadership opportunities in ECE, K–12, or nonprofit sectors. Contact: a••••••••@bellsouth.net | 30••••••46
Experience
Director of Education
Oct 2021 — Present · Miami, FL, US
Education
Liberty University
Bachelor of Science - BS
Harvard University Graduate School of Education
Early Childhood Education
Liberty University
Master of Education - M.Ed.
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