ANGELA LOPEZ
Galt,CA
Summary
Dedicated and resourceful professional with a strong background in administrative, managerial, decision-making, and leadership skills. Proven ability to establish and nurture both internal and external partnerships. Skilled in comprehensive planning and execution, including operations, funding, and program management. Demonstrated expertise in fiscal management, grant/funding compliance, strategic planning, program quality, talent development, and team motivation. Successful career focused on developing and maintaining high-quality programs for children, families, and the community.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
ECE Program Director
Child Abuse Prevention Council
Stockton, CA
04.2023 - 01.2025
- · Maintained program continuity and quality educational programs in 30 centers with 900+ children enrolled and multiple funding streams.
- · Coached and mentored over 150 teachers of all levels, site supervisors/center directors, directors, and assistant directors.
- · Cultivated potential directors and assistant directors to oversee 7-11 centers.
- · Led change management initiatives, fostering a positive organizational culture during periods of transition.
- · Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- · Developed incentive opportunities for professional development, resulting in increased participation and job satisfaction.
- · Maintained compliance with internal, federal, state, and local regulations and funding terms and conditions with multiple agencies.
- · Completed and awarded re-funding for Head Start, California Department of Education, and California Department of Social Services.
- · Facilitated leadership meetings to discuss new ideas, program outcomes, center operations, staff morale, outstanding projects, and continuity between centers.
- · Analyzed program data to inform decision-making and improve outcomes, leveraging available resources.
- · Collaborated closely with executive leadership to develop strategic plans for long-term growth.
- · Advanced community outreach efforts by forming strong relationships with local partners.
- · Developed and implemented program goals and objectives, establishing specific and measurable outcomes aligned with organization's overall mission.
- · Develop meaningful relationships with families, the communities where centers were located, school districts, charter schools, county office of education, building owners, building authority, and local leadership.
ECE Program & Lab School Director
Las Positas College
Livermore, CA
03.2018 - 04.2023
- · Administered day-to-day operations of the early childhood lab school, including staff supervision, facilities management, and budget oversight, ensuring a successful educational experience for children and ECE lab students.
- · Cultivated a dynamic teaching team through professional development opportunities, mentoring, coaching, and inspirational leadership.
- · Calculated full time equivalencies and forecasted needed revenue to cover staffing, equipment, materials/supplies, food, facility repairs, marketing, recruitment, professional development, and incentives.
- · Branded the child development center as a separate entity from the college by launching a new name, logo, and marketing materials.
- · Streamlined administrative processes for efficiency, reducing paperwork and improving staff productivity by investing in an online platform.
- · Simplified operations, reduced costs, and increased revenue by identifying inefficiencies and implementing process improvements.
- · Conducted interviews, completed hiring paperwork, and delivered staff evaluations; completed rubric evaluations for college students enrolled in practicum classes.
- · Championed diversity efforts within the child development center and the college community, fostering an inclusive atmosphere that embraced all backgrounds and perspectives.
- · Improved staff morale by providing professional development opportunities and recognizing outstanding achievements.
- · Spearheaded the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure compliance with state and federal regulations.
- · Surpassed expectation in the development of safety protocols during the COVID shutdown; center remained open during this period of time.
- · Strengthened parent participation through classroom and center special events; introduced online platform allowing parents to experience their child's day at school.
- · Organized fundraising campaigns that generated additional financial resources for educational enhancements.
- · Combined efforts with other college entities to offer scholarships to enrolled students to help offset the cost of child care
- · Established collaborative partnerships with all stakeholders leading to successful outcomes for the child development center.
- · Certified CLASS (Classroom Assessment and Scoring System) observer (4th year) and
- West ED Infant/Toddler trainer.
Multi-Site Program Coordinator
El Concilio
Stockton, CA
08.2015 - 03.2018
- · Managed the operations of multiple sites including enrollment, fiscal, funding terms, educational programs, and recruitment.
- · Provided ongoing direction and leadership for program operations.
- · Analyzed the needs of state and federally funded programs to support quality programming, family engagement, and professional development.
- · Assisted in the development of grant proposals, securing $75,000 in funding for program improvements.
- · Cultivated a collaborative work culture between departments by encouraging transparent communication among team members which led to consistent messaging to families.
- · Assisted with community assessment focusing on trends related to staff retention and turn-over, pay practices, staff morale, educational requirements, etc., resulting in an increase in teacher salaries.
- · Created departmental policies and procedures to comply with state and federal laws, resulting in reduced violations.
- · Partnered with HR Department and managers to uphold labor laws, hiring, termination, worker's compensation, human relations, and licensing requirements.
- · Developed an onboarding process to ensure consistent practices at all sites.
- · Mentored staff on professional development, offering specific and timely feedback leading to positive work environments.
- · Monitored program performance to identify areas for improvement and developed action plans collaboratively across multiple departments.
- · Implemented quality assurance measures to maintain high standards in program delivery across all site locations.
Program Supervisor
Head Start Child Development Council, Inc.
Stockton, CA
01.2013 - 02.2015
- · Collaborated with cross-functional teams and provided leadership, guidance, and support to staff members during a critical time facing the agency.
- · Strengthened confidence of site supervisors, teachers, and family service workers through observations and timely feedback and the development of achievable goals with specific action plans.
- · Streamlined quality assurance measures to maintain high standards in program delivery, health and safety measures, and high level interactions between teachers and children across 15 center locations.
- · Conducted classroom assessments and collaboratively developed actions plans with teachers based on the results.
- · Partnered with school districts and community agencies improving relationships.
- · Worked with children of special populations and provide guidance to staff in the execution of individual education plans.
- · Achieved 97% of recruitment goal and sustained enrollment by having a healthy waiting list.
- · Uncovered fraudulent workman's comp activity.
Regional Program Director
Child Development Inc.
Sacramento/Tracy/Modesto/Mt. House/Davis, CA
12.2004 - 10.2012
- · Delivered leadership in the development and management of high quality school readiness and after school programs with revenue generation of up to $2.7 million annually.
- · Directed budget development and management, ensuring responsible financial stewardship while maintaining program quality.
- · Analyzed fiscal data leading to an increased Center Net Income of more than 500%, decreased accounts receivables by 90% and increased collection of state funding by 75%.
- · Calculated full time equivalencies and forecasted needed revenue to cover staffing, equipment, materials/supplies, food, facility repairs, marketing, recruitment, professional development, and incentives.
- · Co-developed tuition rates to ensure consistency and maximum revenue opportunities while still meeting family financial restraints.
- · Secured and executed 5 grants from First 5 San Joaquin.
- · Audited and analyzed site financial data discovering fraudulent activity, resulting in prosecution & recovery of over $13,000.00.
- · Exceeded agency standard by ensuring 100% of preschool programs were accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC).
- · Spearheaded state initiative on NAEYC accreditation.
- · Implemented strategies to increase public awareness of the agency.
- · Capitalized on outreach activities engaging local stakeholder support.
- · Analyzed trends and data to inform decision-making regarding program expansion.
- · Received award for Business Growth and Development.
- · Researched best practices and developed strategies to improve program outcomes.
- · Monitored progress toward key performance indicators, adjusting strategies as needed to achieve desired outcomes.
- · Curated site visitation tools supporting consistent practices among all sites.
- · Provided mentoring and coaching at all levels, offering specific and timely feedback with a positive delivery, inspiring staff to do their best work.
- · Designed and facilitated multiple workshops at state wide conferences.
- · Mentored staff members in professional growth, building capacity within the agency to promote from within.
Education
Master of Arts - Consulting/Industrial Psychology
JFK University
Orinda CABachelor of Arts - Psychology, Child Development
St. Mary's College
Moraga, CASkills
- Multi-Location Oversight
- Organizational Change Leader
- Collaborative Partnerships
- Fiscal Planning
- Professional Development
- Strategic Business Planning
- Analytical Strategy Development
- Professional Networking
Certification
Child Development Director Permit | Commission on Teacher Credentialing | 6/2020-6/2025
Accomplishments
- Analyzed fiscal data leading to an increased net income of more than 500%
- Assisted with professional development permits issued by the CA Commission on Teacher Credentialing.
- Reduced staff turnover by 75%
- Received over $50,000 through the Quality Rating Improvement System
- Open and expanded programs based on community need
- Awarded 5 grants through First 5 San Joaquin
- Received award for Business Growth and Development
- 100% NAEYC accreditation of centers
- Achieved 100% participation by introducing Brightwheel Platform for Communication
- Developed employee incentive program
- Spearheaded revision of policies and procedures
- Wrote and presented workshops for state wide conferences
- Uncovered fraudulent activity resulting in the recovery of over $15,000.00
- Identified a false workman's comp claim
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Timeline
ECE Program Director
Child Abuse Prevention Council
04.2023 - 01.2025
ECE Program & Lab School Director
Las Positas College
03.2018 - 04.2023
Multi-Site Program Coordinator
El Concilio
08.2015 - 03.2018
Program Supervisor
Head Start Child Development Council, Inc.
01.2013 - 02.2015
Regional Program Director
Child Development Inc.
12.2004 - 10.2012
Master of Arts - Consulting/Industrial Psychology
JFK University
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology, Child Development
St. Mary's College