Jamie Cabrera
Program Director at Escondido Community Child Development Center- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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Child Development Site Supervisor Permit
Commission on Teacher CredentialingJan, 2017- Oct, 2024 -
Child Development Program Director Permit
California Commission on Teacher Credentialing
Experience
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Escondido Community Child Development Center
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Program Director
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Aug 2021 - Present
Managed program operations and provided strategic leadership for workers. Designed and implemented standard operating procedures in various departments for optimal efficiency. Liaised between organizations, partners, stakeholder and members to promote and improve services and communication. Established community relationships to promote early childhood programs. Oversaw daily operations of early childhood and center-based program functions. Recruited and hired top-level employees with expertise in child development, inclusion, human resources, fiscal, and enrollment adding depth and talent to highly skilled team. Maintained scheduling and optimal quality standards to comply with Title 5, Title 22, federal, and CACFP regulations. Collaborated with various parties involved in program to evaluate successes and failures as well as develop new partnerships and make proactive changes. Increased overall program effectiveness by implementing strategic operational improvements. Planned and conducted strategy meetings to brainstorm new ideas and deliver program and milestone updates. Uncovered issues to determine solutions and assist program participants. Established and enforced modern educational standards to support student needs. Boosted program outreach with community engagement strategies and talks to area leaders and community groups. Maintained current knowledge of applicable codes and required procedures to optimize learning environments. Interpreted government codes to meet safety and security codes. Maintained updated child development, inclusion, nutrition, outreach, and other knowledge through continuing education and advanced training. Worked successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our services. Kept team on track by assigning and supervising activities and giving constructive feedback. Facilitated maintenance for facilities. Participated in media communications and interactions, Show less
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Episcopal Community Services
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Site Supervisor
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Nov 2011 - Aug 2021
Met state and federal health and safety standards. Supervised and mentored all center staff levels for paperwork quality, client interactions, and classroom environments. Guided teaching staff to create meaningful observations and how to use data trends to individualize learning. Used various programs for timesheets, facility needs, and general school use, which include database usage. Maintained compliance for state and federal family file compliance. Worked with in-service specialists and community specialists for the well-being of the child and family. Worked with outside coaches and reviewers for the quality improvement of teaching staff. Assisted families with accessing community resources. Show less
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The Elizabeth Hospice
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Hospitals and Health Care
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100 - 200 Employee
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Bereavement Counselor
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Aug 2010 - Jul 2011
Traveled throughout North Country (coastal and inland) and conducted individual and group therapy. Assisted clients with accessing community resources. Easily establish rapport with people of all ages, cultures, and beliefs. Counseled children, adolescents and adults faced with stress and varying degrees and types of loss. Provided counseling and social interaction opportunities for adolescents and other family members. Developed individual treatment plans for clients. Conducted in-patient hospital visits to support families of an individual actively dying. Conducted telemedicine. Experienced use of the AllScripts computer program. Conducted group and individual therapy for children in grades K-12 during their school hours, including children who have been removed from their homes due to loss of parents. Due to visitation of elderly clients, maintained observations for potential elderly abuse and type of care receiving. Case management. Show less
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Child Development Associates
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Lead Teacher
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Mar 2004 - Aug 2010
Worked with children from 2 to 5 years of age. Worked to ensure program quality and parental satisfaction. Met licensing, health and safety standards. Developed lesson plans that met varied student needs and implemented activities to enhance children's progress. Structured whole group, small group, and individual instruction to accommodate different learning styles. Created and maintained an environment allowing and encouraging children to make discoveries, solve problems, and think independently. Demonstrated strong classroom management skills. Evaluated children's progress through ongoing observation and assessment of cognitive, social, and motor development. Controlled behavioral problems through a structured behavior modification system. Observed and applied techniques used by both special education and general education. Supervised support staff and volunteers. Maintained frequent and congenial parental contact to keep them advised of their child's progress. Demonstrated diplomacy and forbearance in dealing with parents, students, and coworkers. Management of children files and portfolios. Show less
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San Diego State University Children's Center
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San Diego, California, United States
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Associate Teacher
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Jan 2002 - Mar 2004
Assisted with morning and afternoon classroom preparation. Helped coordinate celebrations and special events. Assisted leach teachers in developing coping mechanisms and developing behavior modification plans for students. Established rapport and sense of trust with children and parents. Collaborated with teachers to plan and implement daily activities, e.g., circle time, songs, dancing and crafts. Worked with children from 2 to 5 years of age. Worked to ensure program quality and parental satisfaction. Taught rules of conduct and manners to preschool children in a childcare environment. Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2021
University of Phoenix
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration with certificate in Human Resources -
2008 - 2011
University of Phoenix
Master's degree, Counseling -
2001 - 2003
San Diego State University
Bachelor's degree, Child Development -
1998 - 2001
Southwestern Community College District
Associate's degree, Child Development
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