Esmeralda Valdez
Torrance,CA
Summary
Dedicated Service Coordinator with extensive experience ensuring service delivery for individuals with developmental disabilities. Skilled in developing personalized support plans and fostering partnerships to enhance access to vital resources.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Regional Center Service Coordinator
SCLARC
Los Angeles, CA
08.2006 - 10.2025
- Oversaw service delivery for individuals with developmental disabilities, ensuring adherence to organizational policies.
- Fostered effective partnerships with clients, families, and community resources to facilitate enhanced access to services.
- Facilitated interdisciplinary team meetings to assess client needs and develop personalized support plans.
- Implemented quality assurance measures to improve service delivery processes and client satisfaction.
Child Development Director
Orange County Head Start
Santa Ana, CA
09.2002 - 07.2006
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for diverse learning needs.
- Supervised staff to ensure adherence to child development standards and best practices.
- Facilitated training sessions to enhance staff skills in early childhood education methodologies.
- Conducted assessments to monitor children's developmental progress and tailored interventions accordingly.
Head Start Teacher
LACOE
Bell Gardens, CA
08.1995 - 09.1999
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that promoted social and emotional development.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational growth and well-being.
- Monitored student progress, adapting instructional strategies to meet diverse learning needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bishop Conaty High School
Los Angeles, CANo Degree - Child Development
El Camino College
Torrance, CABachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ06-2004
Skills
Fluent in English and Spanish
Retired professional pursuing part-time work
Languages
English
Timeline
Regional Center Service Coordinator
SCLARC
08.2006 - 10.2025
Child Development Director
Orange County Head Start
09.2002 - 07.2006
Head Start Teacher
LACOE
08.1995 - 09.1999
High School Diploma -
Bishop Conaty High School
No Degree - Child Development
El Camino College
Bachelor of Science - Human Services
University of Phoenix