Velette Bozeman
Los Angeles,CA
Summary
Experienced research professional with over a decade in public-sector education, specializing in mixed-methods research design and implementation. Expertise includes analyzing student outcomes and demographic trends, developing surveys, and supporting equity-focused initiatives. Skilled in statistical analysis and predictive modeling, translating complex data into actionable insights for leadership.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Policy Analyst 2
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
Los Angeles, USA
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Designed and administered surveys; conducted psychometric and statistical analyses to synthesize findings for grant reporting, ensuring data-driven decision making.
- Coordinated research teams to align timelines and uphold methodological standards, fostering consistent project delivery.
- Developed evaluation frameworks to track program goals and outcome measures for multi-year initiatives, enhancing clarity on project impact.
Research Associate
Instructional Research Group (IRG)
Los Alamitos, USA
01.2021 - 10.2022
- Conducted mixed-methods evaluations of education initiatives to enhance implementation quality and improve student outcomes.
- Applied What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) standards to uphold methodological rigor in evaluations.
- Generated quantitative findings for stakeholder reporting, informing program refinement and decision-making.
Statistician
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
Los Angeles, USA
11.2022 - 11.2025
- Designed and implemented mixed-methods research studies evaluating instructional programs and equity-focused, grant-funded initiatives across diverse student populations.
- Conducted regression and propensity score analyses to examine student achievement, participation patterns, and demographic disparities.
- Developed survey instruments and structured data collection processes to enhance large-scale evaluation efforts.
- Designed data processing workflows for cleaning, documentation, and statistical analysis.
- Led qualitative analyses of interviews and survey responses to assess implementation quality and student experience.
- Created statistical tables and visual displays to support institutional reporting and inform program improvement decisions.
- Authored comprehensive research reports that integrated literature review, methodology, and findings to communicate research outcomes effectively.
Statistician
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
Los Angeles, USA
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Conducted statistical analyses of student assessment and program outcome data, guiding instructional improvements.
- Analyzed educational assessment data to identify trends and patterns.
- Developed statistical models for evaluating student testing performance.
- Prepared statistical summaries and technical documentation, supporting project leadership decisions.
- Collaborated with researchers to design effective evaluation methodologies.
Public Administrative Analyst
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
Los Angeles, USA
02.2016 - 02.2020
- Drafted evaluation reports and demographic analyses to inform decision-making processes.
- Organized data systems to streamline institutional reporting and facilitate longitudinal tracking.
- Designed surveys and conducted follow-up studies to enhance research and evaluation outcomes.
Project Manager
Public Works
Pasadena, USA
01.2014 - 02.2016
- Coordinated research and stakeholder communication for public-sector education initiatives to enhance collaboration and effectiveness.
- Analyzed participant engagement and completion patterns in grant-funded programs to identify trends and inform program improvements.
- Supported evaluation design and conducted literature reviews for policy-focused reporting, contributing to evidence-based recommendations.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Policy
Claremont Graduate University
Claremont, CABachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Carson, CABachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University
San Diego, CASkills
- Data analysis
- Data visualization
- Research methods
- Survey development
- Grant evaluation
- Equity evaluation
- R
- SPSS
- Stata
- SQL
- Excel
- Tableau
- Stakeholder engagement
- PowerPoint
- Word
- Google Workspace
- Zotero
Certifications And Awards
- What Works Clearinghouse (WWC) Reviewer, Group Design v4.1
- Staff Appreciation and Recognition Award, UCLA-CRESST, 2024-2025
Timeline
Statistician
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
11.2022 - 11.2025
Project Policy Analyst 2
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
04.2022 - 10.2022
Research Associate
Instructional Research Group (IRG)
01.2021 - 10.2022
Statistician
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
02.2020 - 06.2020
Public Administrative Analyst
National Center for Research on Evaluation, Standards and Student Testing (UCLA-CRESST)
02.2016 - 02.2020
Project Manager
Public Works
01.2014 - 02.2016
Master of Arts - Public Policy
Claremont Graduate University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
California State University, Dominguez Hills
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
San Diego State University