Barbara Shaw
Jefferson City
Summary
Former Child Nutrition Program (CNP) State Agency Director and dedicated professional with a strong commitment and extensive knowledge implementing CNPs administered by USDA. Ensures all around program, grant and budget effectiveness. Proven expertise in reviewing program compliance, analyzing data, identifing deficiencies, and recommending actionable solutions. Skilled in organizing educational materials, visualizing and leading impactful conferences and workshops. Proud Farm to School coach excited about connecting schools and farmers to span local food across the tray. Excels in fostering collaborative relationships with local education agencies, school food service professionals, state agencies, federal advisors, and industry stakeholders to discover best practices and support access to nutritious meals to every child in Missouri schools.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Coordinator
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
Jefferson City, MO
02.2019 - 03.2026
- State Agency Director
- Managed execution and compliance of National School Lunch Program (NSLP) to uphold standards set by federal laws and regulations under 7 CFR.
- Oversaw coordination of USDA Foods Program to ensure efficient entitlement distribution.
- Engaged with Department of Family Support Division to manage the distribution of Pandemic-EBT and Summer EBT benefits, enhancing support for families in need.
- Directed state leadership initiatives on multiple boards, including Missouri School Nutrition Association, National SNA State Agency Advisory and Milk Council.
- Led initiatives to develop and execute events for Missouri Farm to School, enhancing knowledge of local procurement, guidance and support.
- Performed detailed assessments of USDA management evaluations, financial management reviews, and civil rights audits.
- Achieved effective budget management and grant utilization across state administrative expense (SAE), block grants, equipment grants, entitlement distributions, and Missouri state budgets.
Nutrition Procurement Specialist
Missouri DESE
10.2017 - 01.2019
- Directed oversight of USDA Child Nutrition Program procurement reviews.
- Monitored and tracked procurement review schedule.
- Delivered technical assistance to local education agencies (LEAs) on procurement procedures to ensure adherence to federal, state, and local regulations.
- Spearheaded development of procurement resources and training materials.
- Coordinated collaboration between state agency and software vendor to enhance functionality of web-based procurement tool.
- Demonstrated expertise in 2 CFR Office of Management and Budget general administrative regulations and procurement policy.
Nutrition Program Specialist
Missouri DESE
Jefferson City, MO
07.2012 - 09.2017
- Achieved effective and impactful implementation and audit skills, driving compliance in the National School Lunch Program, School Breakfast Program, Special Milk Program, and Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program.
- Facilitated on-site administrative reviews through consistent travel to local education agencies (LEAs).
- Monitored adherence to direct certification practices and ensured consistent distribution of benefits.
- Evaluated and updated menu documentation to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Developed engaging materials for presentation at regional and national school nutrition conferences and workshops.
- Delivered technical assistance to school food service professionals via multiple channels to uphold program standards and guarantee well-balanced meals for Missouri students.
Clinical Dietetic Technician
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
Baton Rouge, LA
04.2010 - 06.2012
- Conducted patient nutritional assessments.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to optimize patient dietary interventions.
- Educated patients on nutrition-related health management.
- Assisted in culinary initiatives with hospital food service provider.
- Assisted in preceptor roles for dietetic interns.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Central Missouri
Warrensburg, MO12-2009
Skills
- Proficient in USDA policy and guidance
- Public speaking
- USDA produce safety training
- USDA procurement expertise
- Local food sourcing expertise
- Networking with nutrition professionals
- Grant management
- Team leadership
Timeline
Coordinator
Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE)
02.2019 - 03.2026
Nutrition Procurement Specialist
Missouri DESE
10.2017 - 01.2019
Nutrition Program Specialist
Missouri DESE
07.2012 - 09.2017
Clinical Dietetic Technician
Our Lady Of The Lake Hospital
04.2010 - 06.2012
Bachelor of Science - Dietetics
University of Central Missouri