COLLEEN CHERAITIA

HR Director with extensive experience at Barack Ferrazzano Kirschbaum & Nagelberg LLP, specializing in employee relations and talent management. Led implementation of a performance review process that improved feedback quality and supported staff development initiatives. Skilled in policy development and compliance, contributing to organizational success through effective communication and coaching strategies.

• Part Time Faculty, McHenry County College, IL, Public college serving the community of McHenry County, IL, and surrounding counties. MCC offers associate degrees, certificates, community enrichment courses and programs. Created a course for summer Upward Bound Program. Taught improvisation to teens focusing on self-confidence, communication and teamwork. Prepared daily lesson plans aligned to course goals. Demonstrated student growth through pre- and post-class assessment.
• Adjunct/Part Time Faculty, National-Louis University, Private four-year school and leader in adult education offering undergraduate, graduate and post-graduate professional degrees. Taught 'Women in Theatre' class one evening per week. Created weekly lesson plans and short lectures that supported the overall class objectives. Led class discussions and facilitated constructive debates. Provided one-on-one coaching to students outside of class time. Developed assignments aligned with course goals and that encouraged students toward creative thinking. Received 'Superior' ratings from student evaluations during the entire tenure. Invited to teach the class 5 consecutive terms.
• Tour Actor/Director, Missoula Children’s Theatre, International children’s theatre touring company. In residency, directed and performed in one musical theatre show per week. Developed and taught weekly theatre workshops to children K-12. Participated in public relations events for the company. Managed budget expenses and swag inventory.