Reyna Valadez M.A. Ed, Email & Phone Number

United States

Los Angeles, California, United States

Results-driven nonprofit leader dedicated to empowering San Gabriel Valley residents through innovative digital solutions. Successfully launched digital resources that enhanced access to essential services and fostered community engagement. Passionate about leveraging technology to improve the quality of life for Los Angeles County residents.• Successfully launched a free AI-driven digital resource app, connecting Los Angeles County residents to essential services, significantly increasing accessibility and user engagement.• Fostered a collaborative and innovative team culture that enhanced the delivery and effectiveness of integrated social services, resulting in measurable improvements in staff performance and satisfaction.• Curated comprehensive resource content from Los Angeles County Service Planning Areas through effective management of cross-functional teams, ensuring high relevance and usability for app users.• Established strategic partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders, driving app adoption and securing long-term sustainability for digital resources.• Developed and executed impactful fundraising initiatives, ensuring continued support for the maintenance and enhancement of digital offerings, thereby strengthening financial stability.• Advocated for critical policy changes that improved community service access, utilizing data-driven insights from app usage to inform decision-makers.• Built strong partnerships with local government agencies and community organizations, resulting in enhanced service offerings and a more integrated approach to community needs.

Greater Los Angeles Area

With over 20 years of experience in education, community advocacy, & strategic leadership. I specialize in teaching instructional-level credit & dual enrollment courses in Child Development, as well as non-credit certificate programs. Committed to fostering inclusive learning environments, I prioritize critical thinking, inquiry, & active student engagement. Passionate about staying current with emerging trends & best practices, I am dedicated to ongoing professional development to ensure my instruction remains innovative & effective. My focus on holistic pedagogy, student support, & program integration enhances the educational experience for all.• Contributed to curriculum development and the creation of course syllabi & assessments aligned with institutional goals & accreditation standards, ensuring both relevance and rigor in educational offerings. Additionally, formulated student policies that ensured compliance with federal, state, & local laws, including Title IX, to support a safe & equitable learning environment.• Facilitated the integration of students into college support services & developed effective retention programs in collaboration with academic leaders, enhancing their transition from high school to postsecondary education & Career & Technical Education (CTE) credentials through initiatives like first-year experience & career preparation.• Enhanced academic & personal success by collaborating with internal departments to develop & implement comprehensive student support services.• Designed & delivered engaging lectures, seminars, & lab offerings tailored to diverse learning styles, leading to improved student engagement and comprehension.• Fostered critical thinking & active participation through the use of innovative teaching methods & technologies, enhancing overall student learning outcomes.• Led data-driven strategies to enhance academic achievement, continuously assessing & refining the effectiveness of academic & support services.

United States

Results-driven Senior Director of Workforce Development with over 3 years of experience at AltaMed Health Services. Skilled in developing, implementing, & assessing healthcare programs. Adept at building strong partnerships, managing grants, & enhancing career pathways for healthcare professionals. Led efforts under the ENRICH initiative programs to support youth, families, and professionals navigating healthcare and social service needs. Fosters collaborative environments to support educational initiatives and community engagement, prioritizing underserved populations. Played a pivotal role in leading research, policy analysis, & service gap identification to support underrepresented student populations and improve college access and success. Collaborated with various departments to promote equity and student success.• Successfully launched sector-based career pathways that improved job placement rates & aligned with regional economic goals while establishing strategic partnerships with nursing schools and educational institutions to facilitate internships for Certified Nursing Assistants (CNA), Registered Nurses (RN), Licensed Vocational Nurses (LVN), & Medical Assistants (MA). • Successfully led the development and implementation of all youth & workforce development initiatives under the workforce development and the ENRICH program, providing strategic leadership & innovative solutions that empowered youth and professionals. • Mentored and guided programmatic staff to align their work with agency & program expectations, enhancing professional development through clear communication while overseeing comprehensive case management & support services, including CalWORKs, Medi-Cal, and Foster Care, to help clients navigate health care, mental health, & behavioral health resources.

Cedar-Sinai Los Angeles, Ca. Service Spa Area 2

Results-driven Training and Outreach Coordinator with a proven track record of impacting over 200,000 individuals annually. Successfully recruited and managed a team of teen volunteers to provide mental health crisis support to over 6,000 youth. Expertise in developing and implementing effective training programs and community initiatives that promote mental health awareness and compliance with regulatory standards. Responsible for delivering timely mental health and health education outreach to students, enriching their educational experiences, and addressing critical mental health topics. Collaborated with various organizations to raise awareness of mental health services and promote overall health education.• Successfully recruited and managed teen volunteers for a crisis hotline, connecting over 6,000 teens worldwide with trained peer supporters who provided free, confidential mental health resources.• Updated and maintained training manuals and experiential learning activities in accordance with best practices in suicide prevention, enhancing the effectiveness and relevance of training programs.• Streamlined training, statistics, and follow-up processes to ensure accurate record-keeping and continuous improvement, driving excellence in service delivery and volunteer preparedness.• Promoted mental health awareness and services by developing and leading screening events and initiatives in collaboration with schools, law enforcement, and community organizations.• Expanded the reach of the Teen Line program through engaging speaking engagements and health information tables, raising awareness about mental health issues and suicide prevention techniques.• Managed and trained volunteers in compliance with HIPAA, DMH, and Department of Social Services regulations, ensuring high-quality crisis hotline services through effective communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

Bachelor Of Science, Child Development

Activities and Societies: The National Association for Education of Young Children

Master'S Degree, Educational Leadership And Administration

USC Rossier School of Education Master Program

Associates Of Arts Degree, Child Development

Activities and Societies: • Advocates & Educators for Young Child - Child Development Club • Project Links at East Los Angeles College.

Doctor Of Education - Edd, Organizational Leadership