Directed policy implementation and quality standards for over 2,000 early education programs in a large urban region, including family child care, center-based settings, Head Start, and public and private schools. Led strategic planning, managed a 20-member licensing team, and ensured regulatory compliance. Fostered partnerships with community stakeholders to support a coordinated education and care system. Used data analysis to address regional needs and enhance program quality and effectiveness. Contributed to policy development and represented the agency at regional and national conferences.

Courses: Ethics in Early Education and Care, Administration of Early Childhood ProgramsDeveloped curriculum and assessment for undergraduate students on the topics of moral/ethical development, educational leadership, strengthening families, cultural competence, conflict resolution, and responsive communication. Differentiated instruction and assessment to support the success of the students enrolled each semester. Formats included synchronous and asychronous online and in-person classroom engagement.

Collaborated with the Chief Student Affairs Officer and the senior management team in leading the Division of Student Affairs, creating an inclusive campus culture that promoted integrative learning experiences and success for a diverse student body. Conducted organizational assessment, strategic planning and change management for the Division; managed complex, cross-functional projects to support the Division’s goals and priorities. Led the development of the annual budget of $11.2 million in partnership with nine unit directors using a variety of software platforms for financial planning and analysis.

Led the development of a range of high-impact co-curricular programs that significantly increased student engagement and success; mentored and advised 90+ student organizations, student government, arts and media, and multi-cultural initiatives. Implemented a reorganization plan for the Office of Student Life which resulted in increased accountability and effectiveness by capitalizing on current strengths while establishing strategic alliances with academic departments.

Wheelock College - Assisted with coordinating a program for non-traditional students that achieved a 95% retention rate over 3 years. Scope of work included academic advising, enrollment and registration, teaching first year seminar, collaborating with administrative departments and academic programs as needed.MA Department of Early Education and Care - Provided coaching and mentorship for educational leaders in the Boston area to facilitate the development and implementation of quality improvement action plans enabling programs to achieve accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children.Dorchester Community Partnership Cluster - Planned and coordinated quality improvement initiatives such as leadership development, strategic planning, and accreditation, mentoring and support for a neighborhood-based coalition with a $1.8m annual budget and a membership of more than 160 administrators, advocates, educators, parents and service providers from Dorchester, MA.

Directed operations for a multi-site family service program serving 126 at-risk children and families; successfully managed performance assessment for a staff of 52 professionals, financial oversight of an annual departmental budget of $3.8m, billing and reporting for multiple state and federal grants, and program development for parent services and early childhood education.

Directed a community-based early childhood coalition, which served more than 2,000 children in the City of Boston, with an annual budget of $12 million; led a change management process, working with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds to build a common agenda and coordinated plan for the delivery of high quality early childhood services in Metro Boston; raised more than $3 million from local foundations and other relevant state and federal programs to support early literacy, parenting education, and school readiness.

Improved the quality of curriculum, teaching practices, and the early learning environment to achieve national accreditation within one year in collaboration with mentors, teachers, and parents. Directed strategic planning to increase parent involvement through community building and parent education. Facilitated the development of an Early Education Advisory Board to improve coordination of research and practice between the Early Learning Center and the Graduate College of Education.

Designed and established a full service early childhood program for 110 children ages 6 weeks to 9 years in an innovative, child-centered facility, with a literature-based curriculum framework. Provided program management and financial oversight for a $1.4m annual budget and a staff of 25 professionals. Produced all program literature, marketing materials, and proposals to build enrollment and secure more than $350,000 in grants, sponsorships, and loans.