Heather Bogstad
Lake Mary,FL
Summary
Experienced with managing youth program operations and delivering impactful results. Utilizes strong project management and leadership skills to drive success. Track record of effective communication and resource optimization.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
Extreme Youth Sports After School/Summer Camp
Longwood, FL
01.2025 - Current
- Main a safe and fun environment for both children and coaches, conduct ongoing training for staff, maintain the day to day processes of after school/ summer programs, assist in the hiring process, write quarterly reviews for staff, provide tours for inquiring families, ensure safety is maintained for field trips, outdoor time, and activities, courtesy calls made quarterly to our 75-115 enrolled families, provide a daily debrief to the CEO, sales as needed, maintain, review, and refresh employee/enrolled children’s schedules.
Assistant Director/Training Specialist
Extreme Youth Sports Summer Camp
Longwood, FL
01.2021 - 01.2025
- While running the front desk, I also provided communication between camp and parents. Customer service to 100-125 families through out each week of summer. Delivered leadership training and curriculum support for staff. Promoted camp service products to new and returning families.
Out of Field ESE Teacher
UCP
Lake Mary, FL
01.2021 - 01.2022
- Provided differentiated 1st and 2 grade content to a class who had a sudden need for a replacement teacher.
Youth Facilitator—Strengthening Families Program
Arlington County Social Services-and EduFuturo Fairfax County
Arlington, VA / Fairfax County, VA/ Alexandria, VA
01.2010 - 01.2019
- Primary role: Facilitate program that empowers children either 5-10 years old or 10–14 years old to manage stress, problem solve peer pressure, and improve communication within family. The program also delivers a strong message to avoid drugs and alcohol. Secondary role: Facilitate discussion about strength based / positive parenting for these age groups. The program is set up as a positive, energizing learning experience for both parents and youth.
Preschool Assistant Teacher
St. Christopher’s Preschool
Springfield, VA
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Provide a safe and clean classroom, provide redirection for appropriate classroom behavior, and provide small lessons in yoga, music, language and math.
Music and Movement Teacher
St. Stephen’s United Methodist Preschool
Fairfax County , VA
01.2015 - 01.2016
- Provide music, ballet, creative dance, yoga and gross motor lesson plans for students 18 months old to 5 years old. Monthly creation of special themed activities rooms to promote: language, math, science, and/or outdoor lessons.
Dance Teacher
Calvert County Maryland Public School System
Calvert County, MD
08.1997 - 01.2000
- Provided dance instruction to 5 dance classes split between two high schools. Three levels of classes were available: Dance I, Dance II, and Advanced Dance. Designed yearly curriculum conforming to Goals 2000, directed student showings as well as year end recitals, planned field trips, coordinated fund raisers, acted as class of 2000 government sponsor, collaborated extensively with music and theater teachers, received excellent reviews in classroom management.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Education (Dance)
University of WI, Madison
Madison, WI12.1996
Skills
- Friendly & Personable Communication
- Personnel Supervision
- Relationship/Team Building
- Group and Individual Instruction
- Scheduling
- Microsoft Word/Excel
- Staff Development
- Typing
- Front Desk/Reception
- Growth Mindset
Timeline
Program Director
Extreme Youth Sports After School/Summer Camp
01.2025 - Current
Assistant Director/Training Specialist
Extreme Youth Sports Summer Camp
01.2021 - 01.2025
Out of Field ESE Teacher
UCP
01.2021 - 01.2022
Preschool Assistant Teacher
St. Christopher’s Preschool
01.2017 - 01.2018
Music and Movement Teacher
St. Stephen’s United Methodist Preschool
01.2015 - 01.2016
Youth Facilitator—Strengthening Families Program
Arlington County Social Services-and EduFuturo Fairfax County
01.2010 - 01.2019
Dance Teacher
Calvert County Maryland Public School System
08.1997 - 01.2000
Bachelors of Science - Education (Dance)
University of WI, Madison