Early Childhood Program Manager

KASSAHUN ZELEKE

Germantown, Montgomery County, MD

571-***-**** ***********@*****.*** **********@*****.***

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Results-driven Program Manager with over 10 years of experience leading community-based initiatives, case management, and early childhood development programs. Skilled in family support, staff supervision, curriculum development, and partnership building to promote child well-being, school readiness, and family engagement. Proven expertise in needs assessment, monitoring & evaluation, and fostering inclusive, nurturing environments aligned with state and federal standards.

CORE COMPETENCIES

• Case Management & Service Coordination

• Early Childhood Education & Development

• Family & Community Engagement

• Program Design & Implementation

• Staff Training & Supervision

• Policy & Compliance (Head Start, Pre-K, State Standards)

• Strategic Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement

• Monitoring, Evaluation & Reporting

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Case Manager

Community Support Services – Montgomery County, MD

May 2025 – Present

• Provide case management services to children and families, ensuring access to resources that promote early learning and healthy development.

• Conduct family needs assessments and develop individualized service plans.

• Collaborate with educators, healthcare providers, and community partners to coordinate care and support.

• Track client progress and maintain compliance with program documentation standards.

Case Manager

Behavioral Framework – Montgomery County, MD

Apr 2024 – Apr 2025

• Managed a caseload of children and families, supporting developmental, behavioral, and social needs.

• Linked families to community resources and early intervention services.

• Facilitated parent engagement sessions to strengthen child development outcomes.

• Monitored client progress and prepared reports for program evaluation.

Program Manager Monitoring & Evaluation Specialist

New Enlightenment Business & Research Services – Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

Jan 2016 – Aug 2023

• Directed early childhood and youth development programs impacting over 2,000 community members.

• Designed, implemented, and evaluated early childhood and family support initiatives.

• Supervised and trained staff on child development, inclusive education, and family engagement.

• Built partnerships with schools, NGOs, and stakeholders to expand early learning access.

• Ensured compliance with organizational standards and donor requirements.

Program Coordinator / Specialist (Public Health & Community Services)

Various NGOs & Community Programs

2010 – 2015

• Coordinated family-centered health and education programs with a focus on child development.

• Facilitated community workshops on early childhood education, health, and nutrition.

• Strengthened program monitoring systems to track outcomes for children and families.

EDUCATION

• PhD in Health Studies, University of South Africa

• MSc in Public Health, Hawassa University

• MSc in Demography, Addis Ababa University

• BA in Sociology & Social Administration, Addis Ababa University

CERTIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Case Management Training – Ongoing Professional Development

• Early Childhood Development & Inclusive Education Courses

• Monitoring & Evaluation for Development Programs

SELECTED ACHIEVEMENTS

• Developed and implemented a child readiness program improving literacy/numeracy outcomes for 500+ children.

• Trained 50+ educators and caregivers on inclusive practices.

• Recognized for strengthening parent engagement and building sustainable family support systems.

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