Chelsea M. Privette
Summary
Dynamic writer experienced with creating engaging content and utilizing innovative evidenced-based teaching methods to enhance engagement. Track record of conducting impactful research and contributing to scientific knowledge across disciplines. Demonstrated effective communication and health-related research skills.
Overview
3
3
Certification
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Professor
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - Current
- Maintain a productive program of research by conducting studies, presenting at conferences, and producing peer-reviewed publications.
- Maintain an up-to-date knowledge of subject matter by attending conferences, workshops, and webinars relevant to the field of study.
- Manage and implement a grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
- Mentor student research through advisement on research methodologies, academic writing, professional presentations.
- Deliver interdisciplinary professional development workshops.
- Coach students and early career professionals on clinical practice, ethics, and community-based collaborations.
- Develop innovative course materials that align with departmental objectives and facilitate successful application of course content.
- Facilitate interactive and engaging lectures for undergraduate and graduate courses that cover principles of evidence-based practice, how to critically engage research, and communicating science-backed approaches to caregivers (class size: 15-60).
- Contribute to departmental goals by serving on various committees focused on curriculum development, assessment strategies, and accreditation requirements.
Grant-writer
Clem Consulting
09.2025 - 03.2026
- Facilitated discussions with client to clarify organization’s mission, goals, and voice
- Conducted thorough research on funding opportunities to identify potential grant sources.
- Collaborated with consulting team to develop grant database and pipeline, enhancing client’s funding strategy
- Analyzed feedback from funders to refine future proposal strategies and improve outcomes.
- Provided direct and compassionate feedback to the client on grant applications
- Developed a compelling grant proposal aligned with organizational goals and funding criteria.
- Reviewed and edited proposals to ensure clarity, accuracy, and compliance with guidelines.
- Supported capacity building initiatives within the organization by providing training on grant writing best practices to staff members.
Adjunct Instructor
New York University - Steinhardt
01.2022 - 08.2023
- Taught two discussion-based graduate courses in an online speech-language pathology program (class size: 15).
- Collaborated with a team of instructors teaching the same content to improve student outcomes by compiling supplemental resources and implementing evidence-based teaching strategies
- Facilitated discussions and group activities in a collaborative learning environment.
- Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing constructive feedback to improve understanding and foster critical thinking skills.
Early Career Provost Doctoral Fellow
University of Texas at Austin
08.2021 - 08.2023
- Established an independent, transdisciplinary program of research.
- Collaborated with scholars across disciplines to foster reciprocal implementation of novel research in our respective fields of study.
- Established a reading group for women of color in academia and facilitated a reading group for women of color in academia to foster community, networking, and support across rank.
Doctoral Candidate
University of Arizona
08.2019 - 07.2021
- Conducted federally-funded community-based research project to enhance speech-language assessment practices in low-income, linguistically diverse community
- Collaborated with neighborhood preschool to provide resources and guidance for families and children with suspected communication disabilities
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Speech-Language Pathologist (Clinical Fellow)
Durham Public Schools
10.2018 - 06.2019
- Served two elementary schools and surrounding preschools.
- Conducted comprehensive speech and language assessments to identify student needs.
- Developed and implemented individualized education plans (IEPs) for diverse student populations.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate therapeutic interventions and support services.
- Provided direct individual and group therapy sessions utilizing evidence-based practices and culturally-appropriate materials.
- Monitored progress and adjusted treatment plans based on ongoing evaluations and feedback.
- Educated staff and families on communication strategies to enhance the accessibility of student learning environments.
- Consulted with general education teachers to develop strategies that increased curriculum accessibility for students with communication disabilities
- Coordinated with other healthcare professionals to ensure a holistic approach to student support, enhancing overall wellbeing.
- Educated families on home-based therapeutic activities that supported continued progress outside of clinical sessions.
Education
Ph.D. - Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences; Public Health – Health Behavior/Health Promotion (minor)
University of Arizona
Tucson08-2021
M.Ed. - Communication Disorders
North Carolina Central University
Durham05-2015
B.A. - Spanish; Linguistics (minor)
Wake Forest University
Winston-Salem05-2012
Skills
- Impactful Writing
- Effective Storytelling
- Diverse Audience Engagement
- Mentorship and Coaching
- Project management
- Curriculum development
- Proofreading and Editing
- Needs Assessment
Certification
- Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Institute for Integrative Nutrition
- Certified Master Herbalist, Florida School of Holistic Health
- Certificate of Clinical Competence in Speech-Language Pathology (CCC-SLP), American Speech-Language-Hearing Association
AWARDS AND HONORS
ASHA Convention Centennial Session designation for “Beyond Multilingualism: Understanding Translanguaging in the Clinical Context,” 2025, Perspectives of the ASHA Special Interest Groups Editor’s Award, for Privette & Saechao (2024), UT-Austin Reimagining Professional Development Award, 2023, University of Arizona College of Science Service Award, 2021, University of Arizona College of Science Departmental Service Award, 2018, Albert Schweitzer Fellow, 2014, UNC-LEND Fellow (Leadership Education in Neurodevelopmental Disorders), 2014
SERVICE
- North Carolina Central University School of Education Advisory Board, Advisory Board Member, 2019, Present
- St. James Episcopal Church, Welcome Table Advisory Board, 2025
Science Communication
- Privette, C. (2026, March 16). Re-defining effective communication with Black, disabled AAE-speaking children [Audio podcast episode]. In K. Grandbois (Host). SLP Nerdcast. https://youtu.be/dzcXqTn09z8?si=becgCOgia9rL9o-C
- Privette, C., & Saechao, K. R. (2026, January 19). Freeing Language: Black Languaging is Translanguaging [Audio podcast episode]. In K. Grandbois (Host). SLP Nerdcast. https://youtu.be/0W8K52QP73E?si=O2p4D1n-22F0pgIn
- Privette, C. (2025, March 3; in editing). Chelsea Privette – The acquisition of Black Language by Spanish-speaking Preschoolers. Pitt CSD Podcast. https://open.spotify.com/show/5jiacZZpPSZJDXcst9eHrk
- Privette, C. (2023, April 30). In pursuit of collective liberation: A love letter to the struggle. Belonging, Identity, Language, Diversity Research Group (BILD). https://bild-lida.ca/blog/uncategorized/in-pursuit-of-collective-liberation-a-love-letter-to-the-struggle-by-dr-chelsea-privette/
- Privette, C. (2022, June 3). Language ideology and linguistic diversity in speech-language pathology [Audio podcast episode]. In K. Grandbois & A. Wonkka (Hosts). SLP Nerdcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCKOAsf5ueE&t=1s
- Privette, C. (2019, October 12). Implicit bias in clinical practice. The Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArSHA). https://www.arsha.org/implicit-bias-in-clinical-practice/
- Privette, C. (2023, April 30). In pursuit of collective liberation: A love letter to the struggle. Belonging, Identity, Language, Diversity Research Group (BILD). https://bild-lida.ca/blog/uncategorized/in-pursuit-of-collective-liberation-a-love-letter-to-the-struggle-by-dr-chelsea-privette/
- Privette, C. (2022, June 3). Language ideology and linguistic diversity in speech-language pathology [Audio podcast episode]. In K. Grandbois & A. Wonkka (Hosts). SLP Nerdcast. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kCKOAsf5ueE&t=1s
- Privette, C. (2019, October 12). Implicit bias in clinical practice. The Arizona Speech-Language-Hearing Association (ArSHA). https://www.arsha.org/implicit-bias-in-clinical-practice/
Timeline
Grant-writer
Clem Consulting
09.2025 - 03.2026
Assistant Professor
University of Texas at Austin
08.2023 - Current
Adjunct Instructor
New York University - Steinhardt
01.2022 - 08.2023
Early Career Provost Doctoral Fellow
University of Texas at Austin
08.2021 - 08.2023
Doctoral Candidate
University of Arizona
08.2019 - 07.2021
Speech-Language Pathologist (Clinical Fellow)
Durham Public Schools
10.2018 - 06.2019
B.A. - Spanish; Linguistics (minor)
Wake Forest University
M.Ed. - Communication Disorders
North Carolina Central University
Ph.D. - Speech, Language, and Hearing Sciences; Public Health – Health Behavior/Health Promotion (minor)
University of Arizona