Amy Valdez
Littleton,CO
Summary
Experienced B.A.S.E. Program Manager at Douglas County School District with expertise in project management and staff training. Successfully secured accreditation and designed impactful programs that enhanced child development. Proven ability to manage budgets effectively while advocating for child welfare and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
B.A.S.E. Program Manager
Douglas County School District
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
09.2004 - 05.2023
- Directed daily operations of Before and After School program alongside summer camps.
- Recruited and trained B.A.S.E. staff while conducting performance evaluations.
- Managed site budget with sound financial practices.
- Designed and implemented programs promoting child development and well-being.
- Ensured adherence to Colorado Department of Human Services guidelines.
- Complied with Douglas County Health Department policies.
- Secured accreditation from Council of Accreditation through established standards.
- Supported goals outlined in Douglas County School District Strategic Plan.
Assistant BASE Program Manager
Douglas County School District
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
10.2002 - 10.2004
- Supported Program Manager in overseeing and directing daily operations of Before/After School program and Summer Camps
BASE Program Leader
Douglas County School District
Highlands Ranch, Colorado
01.2001 - 10.2002
- Ensured safety and welfare of all children in B.A.S.E. programs, including those with special needs.
- Cultivated relationships with children, staff, parents, and community stakeholders to foster collaboration.
- Developed quality programming aimed at enhancing student success.
- Created supplemental curriculum addressing diverse learning needs.
Cake Decorator
Safeway
Denver, Colorado
01.1991 - 05.1999
- Designed intricate cake decorations using various piping techniques and tools.
- Collaborated with team members to create seasonal and promotional cake displays.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of the decorating workspace and supplies.
- Prepared and mixed ingredients to ensure high-quality cake bases for decoration.
- Resolved customer inquiries about cake options and customization requests effectively.
- Cleaned display cases, utensils, and working spaces to keep sanitary work environment.
Education
High School Equivalency Diploma
Sunset Learning Institute
Centennial, COSkills
- Project management
- Budget management
- Program development
- Staff training
- Regulatory compliance
- Child welfare advocacy
Accomplishments
- 2018 - 2019 Apple Award Recipient - Excellent Staff Recognition
- 2017 - 2020 Council of Accreditation - Recognizing Arrowwood BASE Program as a Provider of Excellence in Child and Youth Development
- 2022 - Board of Education Recognition
- 2023 - Apple Award Nominee
Volunteer Work
- BoxState Basketball - Manage and facilitate all business related activities for family owned AAU Basketball program.
- Life Temple Christian Church - Youth leader for grades kindergarten to 1st grade.
- Word of Life Christian Center, Bookstore - Responsible for in-house bookstore purchases.
- Hope House of Colorado - Empowering teen mothers gain life skills necessary for self sufficiency and financial literacy
- Giving Heart for the Homeless, Warming Site Host - Provided a safe, warm space for individuals in need of shelter from freezing temperatures. In addition to offering warmth, e offered warm coffee, cocoa, and tea and a snack before being transported to a shelter for the night.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
B.A.S.E. Program Manager
Douglas County School District
09.2004 - 05.2023
Assistant BASE Program Manager
Douglas County School District
10.2002 - 10.2004
BASE Program Leader
Douglas County School District
01.2001 - 10.2002
Cake Decorator
Safeway
01.1991 - 05.1999
High School Equivalency Diploma
Sunset Learning Institute
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