Jean Ann Garcia
San Diego,CA
Summary
Dynamic Child and Youth Program Leader with a proven track record at Hario Child Development Center, excelling in curriculum planning and communication facilitation. Enhanced program effectiveness through participant feedback and organized impactful events, fostering teamwork and collaboration among youth. Committed to nurturing environments that promote growth and development.
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Child and Youth Program Leader
Hario Child Development Center
06.2022 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging educational activities for youth participants.
- Facilitated communication between parents, staff, and community resources to support youth development.
- Mentored junior program leaders in effective teaching strategies and classroom management techniques.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through participant feedback and adjusted activities accordingly.
- Maintained accurate records of participant progress and program outcomes for reporting purposes.
- Enhanced teamwork among participants through facilitating collaborative projects and group activities designed to build trust and cooperation.
- Organized special events, guest speakers, and field trips to broaden the scope of learning experiences for program attendees.
- Streamlined administrative processes such as scheduling through effective time management techniques.
- Improved overall program effectiveness by regularly evaluating and adjusting lesson plans based on participant feedback.
- Strengthened communication channels between program staff members by organizing regular meetings focused on sharing best practices and addressing challenges collaboratively.
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Chollas Heights Child Development Center
04.2014 - 11.2021
- Developed engaging educational activities to promote children's cognitive and social development.
- Assisted in the implementation of individualized care plans for children with diverse needs.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to ensure effective communication regarding child progress and well-being.
- Monitored children's behavior and provided support to foster positive interactions among peers.
- Trained new staff on program protocols and best practices for child engagement and safety.
- Delivered high level of care, assistance and supervision to children in compliance with organization's rules and policies.
- Boosted parent satisfaction through consistent communication regarding their child''s progress and achievements.
- Communicated effectively with children, fellow staff members and parents by utilizing active listening and interpersonal skills.
- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment for children to learn, play, and grow in both indoor and outdoor settings.
- Managed classroom materials and resources effectively, maintaining an organized space conducive to learning.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, incidents, and other pertinent information for regulatory compliance purposes.
- Monitored children''s behavior and intervened when necessary, ensuring a respectful learning atmosphere.
- Created list of needed supplies and materials for activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Philippine Normal University
Manila, Philippines04-2000
Skills
- Communication facilitation
- Record keeping
- Event organization
- Time management
- Staff training
- Conflict resolution
- Progress tracking
- Curriculum planning
- Multitasking capacity
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
Accomplishments
- Collaborated with team of 16 members in the development of ELM Curriculum.
- Achieved the goal of implementing the new curriculum by completing modules, trainings and seminars with accuracy and efficiency.
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Child and Youth Program Leader
Hario Child Development Center
06.2022 - 05.2025
Child and Youth Program Assistant
Chollas Heights Child Development Center
04.2014 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Philippine Normal University