Joanna Safarik
About Joanna Safarik
Joanna Safarik is the Education Program Manager for Talent Development & Talent Management at Scripps Health in the Greater San Diego Area.
Current Education Program Manager at Scripps Health
Joanna Safarik is an Education Program Manager in Talent Development and Talent Management at Scripps Health. Based in the Greater San Diego Area, she oversees high school internship programs and administers employee financial programs, including academic reimbursement and payments. She collaborates with academic and workforce pipeline partners within the community, including both high school and post-secondary institutions. Additionally, she is responsible for creating internal workforce communications and external marketing for talent management-related programs.
Previous Experience in Talent Development at Scripps Health
Before her current role, Joanna Safarik served as a Project Manager for the Talent Development & The Center for Learning and Innovation at Scripps Health from 2013 to 2018. In this capacity, she was involved in various aspects of talent development and innovation. Her work centered on ensuring strong communication across the system, targeting the reduction of variation and ensuring the consistent application of learning principles and processes.
Leadership Role at Encinitas Country Day School
From 2007 to 2013, Joanna Safarik held the position of Primary School Director at Encinitas Country Day School. During her six-year tenure, she was responsible for overseeing the educational programs and administrative functions of the primary school. This role followed her 13-year period as a Primary Montessori Teacher at the same institution, where she worked from 1994 to 2007, focusing on early childhood education.
Educational Background in Marketing and Education
Joanna Safarik has a structured educational background that spans several institutions and fields of study. She earned a Certificate in Marketing & Strategy from the University of California, San Diego - Rady School of Management. She also holds a Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Marketing from the University of Phoenix. Additionally, she achieved an Early Childhood Credential from the Montessori Center for Teacher Education, specializing in education. This diverse background supports her comprehensive approach to talent development and management.