Maria Valentin
About Maria Valentin
Maria Valentin is a Childcare Administrator at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, where she has worked since 2015. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Psychology with a minor in Human Services and is fluent in English and Spanish, enhancing her ability to serve diverse families.
Work at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA
Maria Valentin has served as a Childcare Administrator at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA since 2015. In this role, she manages various aspects of childcare operations, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local grant funding reporting requirements. Her responsibilities include providing administrative support, overseeing facilities management, and processing accounts payable. Maria's experience in this position spans over nine years, during which she has contributed to the effective management of childcare programs.
Education and Expertise
Maria Valentin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Psychology with a minor in Human Services from the University of Bridgeport, where she studied from 2015 to 2018. Prior to that, she earned an Associate of Science degree in General Studies from Norwalk Community College, completing her studies from 2011 to 2014. Her educational background is complemented by her high school diploma in Architectural Technologies from Bullard-Havens Technical High School, which she obtained from 2007 to 2011. This diverse educational foundation supports her expertise in childcare administration.
Background
Maria Valentin is fluent in both English and Spanish, which enhances her ability to communicate effectively with diverse families and facilitates program enrollment. Her skills in cultivating positive relationships with clients and colleagues from various cultural backgrounds are integral to her role as a Childcare Administrator. This bilingual proficiency allows her to address the needs of a broader community, ensuring inclusivity in the programs she manages.
Administrative Support Skills
In her role at Central Connecticut Coast YMCA, Maria provides comprehensive administrative support. Her responsibilities include facilities management, accounts payable processing, and meticulous record keeping. These skills are essential for maintaining the operational efficiency of childcare programs and ensuring compliance with various reporting requirements. Maria's attention to detail and organizational capabilities contribute to the smooth functioning of the administrative processes.