Vanessa Feaman
Chicago,Illinois
Summary
Experienced and enthusiastic Consultant with a track record of success across a wide range of industries. Possesses exceptional interpersonal, problem-solving, and analytical skills to provide advice and expertise to client organizations improving business performance. Experienced in all aspects of operations and strategy, with strong analytical skills improving performance. Sound knowledge of school systems, learning styles and student development. Dedicated to improving school curriculum and community engagement expert skilled in relationship and team building. Demonstrates strong presentation and public speaking skills and showcases a firm understanding of the pedagogy of teaching and learning through developing, designing, and delivering exceptional professional development.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Personalized Learning Coach/Coordinator
Chicago Publicn Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
- Provided guidance and coaching to thirty K-8 educators and leaders, supporting their three-year personalized learning implementation plan towards accreditation
- Attended Innovative Schools Summit in New York City as the lead PL instructional coach and teacher leader.
CHIEAC Board Member
- Serve as a mentor to students from racialized and minoritized backgrounds, providing guidance and support on their journey toward upward social mobility
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions aimed at developing practical skills and enhancing job readiness for students at all levels of schooling
- Connect students with relevant resources and opportunities to gain hands-on work experience in their desired fields
- Collaborate with local businesses, organizations, and educational institutions to create internship and job placement opportunities for students
- Provide ongoing support and mentorship to students throughout their internship or work experience, helping them navigate challenges and maximize their learning opportunities
- Assist in the development and implementation of educational programs and supportive services tailored to the needs of students in Chicago and beyond
- Advocate for policies and initiatives that promote equity and access to education-related supportive services for students from marginalized communities
- Collaborate with other volunteers and stakeholders to foster a supportive and inclusive environment for students to thrive and achieve their goals.
Principal Consultant Entrepreneur/Director
BTG Learning And Development
12.2023 - Current
- Build strong relationships with clients, fostering long-term partnerships with and repeat business.
- Manage large-scale projects, ensuring timely completion within budget constraints.
- Evaluate business processes, identify inefficiencies, and recommend targeted improvements.
- Increase client satisfaction by providing tailored consulting solutions for their specific business needs.
- Facilitate workshops on data-driven decision-making for school leaders to enhance instructional strategies.
- Develop customized action plans with school leaders to address specific challenges and goals.
- Advise on the implementation of technology tools to streamline feedback processes and enhance engagement.
- Offer guidance on creating a positive school culture that values continuous improvement and collaboration.
- Work to bridge the gap between Edtech companies and schools to ensure innovative technologies enhance rather than overshadow the human touch in education.
- Developed expertise in niche industries through continuous learning efforts.
Assessment for Learning Specialist/Project Manager
Chicago Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
- Conducted in-depth analysis of 17 educational networks, independently identifying learning needs and designing tailored solutions
- Developed resources and tools to address identified requirements, resulting in enhanced professional development outcomes for over 300 principals and Network Chiefs
- Coached Instructional Support Leaders on effective interim assessment analysis and provided personalized professional learning opportunities
- Developed predictive and post-analysis tools to inform instructional practice shifts based on assessment data
- Designed and facilitated a comprehensive 4-part project series focused on formative assessment processes, reaching 33,000 teachers
- Launched a Feedback for Growth tool distributed to 600 schools, fostering effective feedback practices and improving student outcomes
- Led the development and delivery of E-learning and in-person learning experiences, aligning district priorities with best practices and supporting stakeholder engagement
- Utilized strategic planning resources to respond to changing demographics and enhance outcome data
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to design and implement multimodal learning experiences, driving the adoption of Skyline, a culturally responsive curriculum, from 30% to 66% district-wide
- Co-created and implemented three state-wide protocols to guide educational leaders in aligning Illinois' high-stakes assessment practices with daily instructional needs
- Led continuous learning initiatives to establish interim assessment buy-in and enhance data triangulation practices for student learning acceleration.
Teacher/Content Lead
Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2017 - 06.2022
- Supported a team of 4 educators in designing and implementing 6th-8th grade curriculum, focusing on aligning complex texts, learning standards, and instructional practices to differentiate learning and provide equitable access to grade-level content.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning of 4th and 5th grade students.
- Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Supported language development for 6th grade non-native speakers by providing one-on-one Science tutoring sessions tailored to individual needs that lead to3 students placing in the regional science fair.
- Contributed to school-wide professional development initiatives by leading workshops on best practices for teaching ESL learners across different grade levels.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (K-9) -
Northeastern Illinois University
Masters of Education in Educational Leadership (2019) principal training -
American College of Education
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction (Dec 2024) -
American College of Education
12.2024
Skills
- Lifelong Learning Enthusiast
- Data Analysis/Feedback for Growth/Root Cause Analysis
- Protocol/Resource Development and Design
- Adult Education and Learning Theory
- Distributed Leadership
- Culturally Responsive
- Project Coordination and Leadership
- Digital Transformation and Strategic development
- Organizational Proposal Development
- Problem-Solving
- Change Management
- Client Engagement
- Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Improvement
- Product Life Cycle Management
Certification
- Business Analytics with Excel
- Google Data Analytics (Dec 2024)
- Professional Educator License (PEL)
- ESL Endorsement
Personal Information
Title: Project Development/Learning Specialist/Leader
Timeline
Principal Consultant Entrepreneur/Director
BTG Learning And Development
12.2023 - Current
Personalized Learning Coach/Coordinator
Chicago Publicn Schools
08.2020 - 06.2022
Teacher/Content Lead
Chicago Public Schools CPS
08.2017 - 06.2022
Assessment for Learning Specialist/Project Manager
Chicago Public Schools
01.2016 - Current
CHIEAC Board Member
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education (K-9) -
Northeastern Illinois University
Masters of Education in Educational Leadership (2019) principal training -
American College of Education
Doctorate in Curriculum and Instruction (Dec 2024) -
American College of Education
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