Gerald Bolden is the Extended Day Curriculum Instruction Specialist and Workforce Development Trainer for Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day. With 20 years of leadership experience at Wonders, Gerald has served as a Program Director, Summer Camp Coordinator, and Mentor Program Coordinator. In his role as Mentor Coordinator, he supports all first-year school age staff by mentoring them on Wonders policies, procedures, and philosophy. Gerald brings 30 years of child care and youth development experience, enriched by his connections with children and families and strengthened through effective communication and teamwork. He is a qualified associate MSDE trainer and has presented at numerous conferences, including the MSCCA Conference by the Sea, National Afterschool Association (NAA) Conference, Out of School Time Conference, Eastern Region Leadership Conference, and the Tri-State Camp Conference.