Evelyn Martinez
Seattle,WA
Summary
Skillful, multifaceted Education and Community Enrichment Program Director with over a decade of experience designing and managing holistic, culturally tailored programming that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit of children and youth in community. Dedicated to creating spiritually enriching, developmentally expansive learning environments where children and youth can flourish into their full potential. Dedicated to the integration of restorative practice, cultural preservation, environmental stewardship, and racial equity in educational and community engagement settings.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Program Director/ Coordinator
University YMCA
Seattle, WA
04.2015 - 09.2016
- Impact: Elevated the YMCA's educational offerings by spearheading a STEAM-focused program that gained good repute in the community, resulting in a 20% increase in community engagement and deepened student connections to each other and the natural environment.
- Responsibilities: Directed all aspects of program administration, from strategic planning to daily operations such as creating agendas, training staff, budgeting, stakeholder engagement, and ensuring the inclusion of social equity and whole child development principles.
- Skills Deployed: Harnessed a blend of strategic leadership, community collaboration, and environmentally responsive education to create a nurturing environment where children's cognitive, social, and emotional needs were met holistically.
School Age Primary Educator/ Lead Educator
Hilltop Children's Center
Seattle, WA
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Impact: Elevated the educational experience by pioneering critical race curriculum, and relational awareness teachings that enhanced student engagement by 40% as the relationships between children were fortified.
- Responsibilities: Designed and implemented a curriculum that integrated ecological awareness, social justice principles, and developmental milestones, while collaborating with peer educators in delivering a transformative experience.
- Skills Deployed: Successfully analyzed behavior and developmental needs, provided support through empathy development strategies, culturally responsive pedagogy, strategic communication, utilizing expert knowledge of child development to create an inclusive learning program that honored the whole child, diversity and fostered community bonds.
Enrichment Teacher
Launch Learning
Seattle, WA
10.2016 - 10.2021
- Impact: Advanced program quality and social-emotional learning (SEL) outcomes by 35%, and increased family retention by 30% through the creation of child-centered programs that emphasized holistic development, hands-on learning, ecological awareness, history lessons and community engagement.
- Responsibilities: Led the design and facilitation of SEL curricula that integrated mindfulness, group counseling, play-based learning, academic support, and story sharing, collaborating closely with parents and caregivers to support children's growth.
- Skills Deployed: Utilized holistic education strategies, spiritual guidance, and culturally attuned methods to create a safe, nurturing space for children to explore and develop their sense of self within the community. Applied my talents in teaching science, engineering, language, environmental connection, and social-emotional learning.
Education
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), Early Childhood Education -
North Seattle College
Seattle, WA01.2024
Skills
Strategic Planning: Developing and implementing strategies that align with the organization’s goals
Leadership: Providing direction, inspiring teams, and managing staff effectively
Budget Management: Overseeing program budgets, ensuring cost efficiency, and allocating resources appropriately
Program Development and Evaluation: Designing programs that meet organizational goals and evaluating their impact
Communication: Conveying program objectives, expectations, and updates clearly to staff, stakeholders, and partners
Relationship Building: Cultivating and maintaining relationships with community partners, stakeholders, and clients
Problem Solving: Identifying challenges, developing solutions, and managing crises effectively
Stakeholder Engagement: Working with various stakeholders, understanding their needs, and ensuring alignment with program objectives
Adaptability: Adjusting programs and strategies in response to changing needs, challenges, or opportunities
Data Analysis and Reporting: Using data to assess program performance and making data-driven decisions
Policy and Advocacy: Understanding relevant policies and advocating for the program's needs at different levels
Staff Development: Recruiting, training, and supporting team members to ensure they meet performance expectations
Certification
WA State Certificate, Early Childhood Education, North Seattle College, 2019
Languages
Spanish
Advanced (C1)
C1
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Supplemental Talents
- Visual Art
- Storytelling & Writing
- Independent Research
- Spiritual Practice Development
- Indigenous Culture Restoration
References
References available upon request.
Accomplishments
Pioneered social consciousness raising through the development, management, and implementation of holistic human development oriented education and community engagement programing.
Work Availability
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Affiliations
- Mayan Wisdom Project
Quote
“When the power of love overcomes the love of power, the world will know peace"
Jimmy Hendrix
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract WorkWork Location
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Work-life balanceCompany CultureCareer advancementPaid sick leaveSoftware
Office Suite
Canva
Timeline
School Age Primary Educator/ Lead Educator
Hilltop Children's Center
08.2022 - 03.2023
Enrichment Teacher
Launch Learning
10.2016 - 10.2021
Program Director/ Coordinator
University YMCA
04.2015 - 09.2016
Bachelor of Applied Science (BAS), Early Childhood Education -
North Seattle College
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