Karen Flores
El Cajon,CA
Summary
Accomplished Child Development professional with 11 years of experience in program management, curriculum development, and staff training. Expertise in creating and implementing educational programs for diverse populations, including BIPOC families and trauma-impacted individuals. Seeking a Child Development Associate Professor role to leverage extensive background in early childhood education, compliance, and community collaboration.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Manager
First 5, First Steps Home Start Inc.
07.2022 - Current
- Oversee the planning and coordination of administrative services for a home visitation program, ensuring the development and implementation of efficient fiscal and budgetary tracking systems
- Provide reflective supervision to program leaders, enhancing support and optimizing clinical outcomes
- Ensure adherence to all agency standards and contractual guidelines, including compliance with local and state regulations
- Manage contracts and prepare detailed reports for funding sources to maintain transparency and accountability
Children's Coordinator
Los Angeles Center for Drug and Alcohol
08.2017 - 11.2019
- Developed and executed case management services, addressing healthcare, housing, and family reunification needs for clients recovering from trauma
- Fostered a network of community resources to support children and families from birth to age five, ensuring access to essential services
- Coordinated education programs, support groups, and family reunification initiatives, while conducting weekly parenting classes in compliance with the Department of Children's Services guidelines
Site Director
Children's Institute
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Oversaw professional development initiatives, conducting training and workshops to enhance Pre-K teacher competencies
- Addressed family mental health issues through strategic intervention and the provision of targeted resources
- Managed and assessed educational programming and staff performance, ensuring adherence to community standards and regulatory compliance
Home Base Supervisor
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
01.2010 - 01.2011
- Developed and executed professional development programs for Pre-K educators, enhancing their skills in lesson planning, developmental screenings, and ECCERS assessments
- Conducted comprehensive staff performance evaluations and implemented strategies to support families facing mental health challenges
Site Director
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Directed comprehensive human resources functions, including recruitment, professional development, and performance evaluations for teaching staff and family advocates, while fostering an inclusive environment that served diverse family populations
- Coordinated with community partners and early intervention service providers to optimize educational outcomes for students, and maintained fiscal responsibility through accurate nonprofit bookkeeping and timely submission of state and federal reports
Site Director
Child Development, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007
- Developed and executed an educational curriculum aligned with Common Core standards for grades K-5, enhancing before and after-school programming while fostering staff and volunteer mentorship for improved peer accountability
- Managed staff training in culturally relevant and developmentally suitable educational practices, ensuring effective communication with parents, teachers, and community stakeholders to uphold service excellence
Education Program Manager
Higher Horizons Head Start
08.2004 - 08.2005
- Managed curriculum development and implementation across various educational programs, ensuring alignment with school readiness goals and PreK-12 linkages
- Coordinated cross-functional team training, integrating early childhood health and family engagement systems, and guided strategy execution of health initiatives such as the Let's Move Initiative
Education
Master's Degree - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
Pasadena, CA01.2021
Bachelor's Degree - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
01.2002
Skills
- Problem-solving
- Project management
- Detail-oriented
- Strategic planning
Timeline
Program Manager
First 5, First Steps Home Start Inc.
07.2022 - Current
Children's Coordinator
Los Angeles Center for Drug and Alcohol
08.2017 - 11.2019
Site Director
Children's Institute
01.2014 - 01.2016
Home Base Supervisor
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
01.2010 - 01.2011
Site Director
Volunteers of America Los Angeles
01.2008 - 01.2010
Site Director
Child Development, Inc.
01.2006 - 01.2007
Education Program Manager
Higher Horizons Head Start
08.2004 - 08.2005
Master's Degree - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
Bachelor's Degree - Human Development
Pacific Oaks College
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