Grace Cruz
About Grace Cruz
Grace Cruz serves as the Statewide Coach System Manager at the University of Massachusetts Boston, where she has worked since 2020. She holds a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and Spanish from Keene State College and a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Lewis University.
Work at UMass Boston
Grace Cruz has served as the Statewide Coach System Manager at the University of Massachusetts Boston since 2020. In this role, she oversees the statewide coaching system, focusing on enhancing educational practices and support mechanisms within the institution. Her position involves collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure effective implementation of educational strategies across the state.
Education and Expertise
Grace Cruz holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Early Childhood Education and Spanish from Keene State College, where she studied from 1997 to 2001. She furthered her education by obtaining a Master's degree in Organizational Leadership from Lewis University, completing her studies from 2018 to 2020. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in both early childhood education and leadership principles.
Professional Background
Grace Cruz has an extensive professional background in education and community service. She began her career at the Merrimack Valley YMCA as the Director of Early Education from 2007 to 2011. She then joined Community Teamwork, where she held various positions, including Center Director, Education Coordinator, and Community Partnership Manager, from 2011 to 2020. Her roles involved managing educational programs and fostering community partnerships to enhance service delivery.
Career Progression at Community Teamwork
At Community Teamwork, Grace Cruz progressed through several key roles over nearly a decade. She first served as Center Director from 2011 to 2013, then as Education Coordinator from 2013 to 2015. Following this, she managed the Preschool Expansion Grant as Center Director from 2015 to 2019, before becoming the Community Partnership Manager for 11 months in 2020. Her career at Community Teamwork reflects her commitment to early childhood education and community engagement.