YADIRA QUEZADA
Winnetka,CA
Summary
Dedicated and highly experienced Special Projects Manager seeking a Regional Supervisor position where I can leverage 23 years of experience in school-based programs, staff leadership, and operational management.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
ARC After School Program
Torrance
01.2019 - Current
- Ensure overall success of all after-school and enrichment programs at partner school sites.
- Manage day-to-day operations for assigned programs and ensure high-quality implementation.
- Visit each assigned site monthly to observe programming and support staff.
- Attend district-wide meetings and ensure all district and grant deadlines are met.
- Provide a physically and emotionally safe environment for students and staff.
- Maintain communication with administrators, stakeholders, and regional leadership.
- Ensure compliance with attendance, reporting, and sign-in/out procedures.
- Monitor budgets and ensure programs stay within guidelines.
- Secure community partnerships to enhance enrichment offerings.
- Ensure sites maintain compliant Federal Program Monitoring (FPM) records.
- Uphold ARC’s guidelines, policies, and procedures.
- Coordinate logistics for major events, trainings, and parent/community meetings.
- Train, coach, and evaluate staff to ensure high-quality programming.
- Approve staff schedules, timecards, and time-off requests.
- Occasionally fill in for absent staff to ensure program safety.
- Ensure all staff understand California wage and hour laws.
- Maintain schedules and deadlines; complete work efficiently for district stakeholders.
- Developed project plans and timelines to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
- Organized and prioritized workload to delegate responsibilities among colleagues and team members.
- Managed workflow and product production of consultants and subordinates.
- Organized and prepared community meetings while building positive working relationships with members of city management, staff and community organizations.
- Managed budgets and resources effectively, ensuring optimal allocation for successful project outcomes.
SENIOR SITE COORDINATOR
ARC After School Program
Torrance
01.2019 - Current
- Oversee five school programs funded by ASES & 21st CCLC with budgets of ~$350,000 each.
- Manage compliance for State and Federal grant requirements.
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate Site Coordinators and 35+ staff.
- Approve weekly timecards and ensure payroll accuracy.
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, and community partners.
- Manage program finances, supply purchasing, and budget monitoring.
- Develop curriculum, academic components, and enrichment activities.
- Developed standard operating procedures to improve process efficiency and consistency across site activities.
- Analyzed site performance metrics to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
- Scheduled staff and volunteers to cover all necessary duties during planned events.
- Developed strong relationships with subcontractors, ensuring timely completion of tasks and adherence to guidelines.
- Streamlined document management for improved project efficiency, implementing digital filing system accessible to all team members.
SITE COORDINATOR
Youth Policy Institute
Los Angeles
01.2015 - 01.2019
- Managed daily operations for extended-day programs.
- Developed academic, recreational, and enrichment schedules.
- Managed budgets over $300,000 and maintained database reporting.
- Exceeded grant expectations for enrollment and parent engagement.
- Trained tutors, parent coordinators, and enrichment instructors.
- Ensured compliance with program policies and grant guidelines.
- Communicated consistently with administrators and families.
- Monitored project progress and provided regular updates to stakeholders for informed decision-making.
- Developed and maintained partnerships with community organizations to enhance resource availability.
- Led team meetings to foster collaboration and address challenges in program implementation.
- Managed budgets and resource allocation to optimize operational efficiency across programs.
SITE COORDINATOR
ARC After School Program
Torrance
01.2009 - 01.2015
- Managed billing, receipts, invoices, and DPSS childcare licensing.
- Coordinated partnerships to expand enrichment opportunities.
- Planned summer camps and year-round programming.
- Supported diverse student populations, including those with special needs.
- Maintained organized filing systems and ensured deadlines were met.115
- Supervised crew of over 25 employees.
SITE COORDINATOR
LA’s BEST
Los Angeles
01.1993 - 01.2009
- Supervised staff and students.
- Developed lesson plans aligned with California Standards.
- Maintained communication with families.
- Ensured filing systems and program deadlines were met.
- Supervised crew of over 25 employees.
Education
High School Diploma -
Los Angeles High School
Los Angeles, CA06-1996
Associate of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles
Los Angeles, CA06-1999
Skills
- Fluent in English & Spanish
- Strong leadership abilities and experience supervising large teams
- Experience supporting Elementary, Middle, and High School programs
- Non-profit, fee-based, and grant-funded program experience
- Paycom & Cityspan reporting systems
- Event planning, compliance monitoring & FPM documentation
- Staff training, student recruitment & curriculum support
- Innovation and creativity
- Project scheduling
- Processes and procedures
- Problem-solving
- Strategic thinking
Timeline
SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER
ARC After School Program
01.2019 - Current
SENIOR SITE COORDINATOR
ARC After School Program
01.2019 - Current
SITE COORDINATOR
Youth Policy Institute
01.2015 - 01.2019
SITE COORDINATOR
ARC After School Program
01.2009 - 01.2015
SITE COORDINATOR
LA’s BEST
01.1993 - 01.2009
High School Diploma -
Los Angeles High School
Associate of Arts - Child Development
California State University, Los Angeles