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ROSE GRIFFIN

Oakland,CA

Summary

Executive Director with extensive experience in staff development, budget management, and program implementation. Proven track record in enhancing public awareness of community programs and achieving organizational goals. Strong leadership skills in mentoring and training, ensuring operational stability and sustainability. Expertise in strategic planning and program management, driving successful outcomes in diverse settings.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director

The New School of Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
08.2022 - Current
  • Collaborated with board of directors to manage fiscal affairs and strategic plans for programs.
  • Led subcommittees on fundraising, legal, property management, and financial oversight.
  • Supervised, trained, and mentored over 20 teaching staff across various educational programs.
  • Developed and evaluated curriculum, enrichment classes, and classroom design for all center programs.
  • Handled payroll, benefits enrollment, and onboarding for new and additional staff.
  • Managed scheduling, attendance tracking, and personnel records for staff.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts and special events to drive program growth.
  • Facilitated staff meetings, training sessions, and parent workshops while ensuring compliance with safety codes.

Director of Program Quality, Training and Assessment

Girls Inc. of Alameda County
Oakland, CA
11.2020 - 08.2022
  • Contributed to strategic development of all organizational initiatives as Senior Leadership team member.
  • Oversaw evaluation and assessment of K-12 after-school Program Quality Assessment Model.
  • Ensured compliance with government grants and managed reporting for foundation and corporate grants.
  • Developed training programs for 80+ after-school employees based on program needs assessment.
  • Supervised Data and Research Department, focusing on effective data collection tool design.
  • Designed logic models to support program evaluation and implementation.
  • Created comprehensive data reports to inform decision-making processes.
  • Set annual objectives for all K-12 programming to drive continuous improvement.

Director-Infant/toddler to Kindergarten Prep Program

Bright Horizons
San Francisco, CA
01.2018 - 11.2020
  • Developed, implemented, and evaluated center programs, including infant to K-prep classrooms and summer camps.
  • Supported teaching staff during transition to emergent curriculum and project-based learning.
  • Oversaw facility maintenance, annual remodels, and vendor contracts to ensure operational efficiency.
  • Recruited, trained, supervised, and evaluated over 30 staff members across various programs.
  • Managed budgets for assigned programs, including labor, materials, and capital expenditures.
  • Handled payroll, benefits enrollment, and onboarding for all new hires and additional staff.
  • Maintained staff schedules, attendance records, and processed vacation requests promptly.
  • Coordinated program growth through marketing initiatives and community events.

Director-Youth & Family Programs

YMCA of the East Bay, Downtown Berkeley Branch
Berkeley, CA
09.2015 - 01.2018
  • Developed, implemented, and evaluated programs including childcare, youth dance, special needs swim, and summer camps.
  • Recruited and trained over 40 staff and volunteers while overseeing performance evaluations.
  • Managed budgets for all assigned programs to ensure fiscal responsibility.
  • Executed payroll, benefits enrollment, and onboarding processes for all new hires.
  • Maintained staff schedules, attendance records, and processed vacation requests efficiently.
  • Coordinated marketing efforts and special events to promote program growth.
  • Ensured proper maintenance of facility equipment and supplies to support operations.
  • Conducted staff meetings, training sessions, and workshops for parents.

Program Director

AQUATIC PARK SCHOOL
Berkeley, CA
09.2006 - 12.2015
  • Supervised all aspects of program operations and development within leadership team framework.
  • Recruited, hired, trained, and evaluated primary and support staff for optimal performance.
  • Managed recreational programs, including classes, field trips, camps, and community events.
  • Mentored teaching staff through observation, assessment, and collaboration on emergent curriculum.
  • Coordinated enrollment, marketing, and outreach activities, organizing tours and open houses.
  • Fostered a supportive community by ensuring all families felt welcomed and engaged.
  • Allocated funds for supplies and equipment; authorized purchases and managed inventory.
  • Maintained staff schedules, attendance records, and personnel reports for efficient administration.

Education

Bachelor Of The Arts - Human Development Equivalent

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY EAST BAY
HAYWARD, CA

Associates of the Arts - Child Development Equivalent

MERRITT COLLEGE
OAKLAND, CA

Skills

  • Emergent curriculum expertise
  • Project-based learning
  • Reggio-inspired methods
  • Developmentally appropriate practices
  • Anti-bias curriculum
  • Facilities management
  • Event coordination
  • Vendor and contractor management
  • Diversity committee involvement
  • Fundraising leadership
  • Professional development facilitation
  • PITC certified trainer
  • CPR and first aid certification

Timeline

Executive Director

The New School of Berkeley
08.2022 - Current

Director of Program Quality, Training and Assessment

Girls Inc. of Alameda County
11.2020 - 08.2022

Director-Infant/toddler to Kindergarten Prep Program

Bright Horizons
01.2018 - 11.2020

Director-Youth & Family Programs

YMCA of the East Bay, Downtown Berkeley Branch
09.2015 - 01.2018

Program Director

AQUATIC PARK SCHOOL
09.2006 - 12.2015

Bachelor Of The Arts - Human Development Equivalent

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY EAST BAY

Associates of the Arts - Child Development Equivalent

MERRITT COLLEGE

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