Christine L. Alvarado, MBA, is the Chief Innovation Officer and Head Start Director at Grow Early Learning. With an impressive three decades of experience in the Migrant and Seasonal Head Start sector, Christine is a dedicated and passionate professional. She passionately believes in the boundless potential of migrant children and families and the invaluable contributions of our dedicated staff. Her extensive expertise encompasses various facets of program operations, leadership, program systems, and tailored program design to meet the unique needs of migrant and seasonal farmworker children and their families.
Christine’s journey in working with young children began during her service in the U.S. Peace Corps from 1988-1990 in Honduras, reflecting her deep commitment to early childhood education and the well-being of underserved communities. Beyond her role at Grow Early Learning, Christine actively serves in numerous state and national leadership capacities. Notably, she contributes as a valued board member for the Wake County Partnership for Children and the National Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Association.
Christine’s remarkable dedication and wealth of experience make her an invaluable asset to our organization’s mission and vision. Her leadership and advocacy profoundly impact the lives of migrant and seasonal farmworker families across our communities.
