Rachael Hocevar Email & Phone Number

Seattle, Washington, United States

•foundry10 is an education research organization with a philanthropic focus on expanding ideas about learning and creating direct value for youth. In collaboration with diverse partners, we surface, evaluate, and share opportunities to better support youth learning both inside and outside the classroom. •The Youth and Educator Social Emotional Lab (YESEL) explores the contextual, pedagogical, and individual factors that impact the social and emotional development of young people and… Show more •foundry10 is an education research organization with a philanthropic focus on expanding ideas about learning and creating direct value for youth. In collaboration with diverse partners, we surface, evaluate, and share opportunities to better support youth learning both inside and outside the classroom. •The Youth and Educator Social Emotional Lab (YESEL) explores the contextual, pedagogical, and individual factors that impact the social and emotional development of young people and those who work closely with them. Through partnerships with educational stakeholders, we also aim to develop resources, evaluate programs, and design professional learning experiences that promote individual and community healing and well-being. Learn more about our work here - https://www.foundry10.org/youth-and-educator-sel-lab Show less

California, United States

•EDMG is a policy and research consulting firm that partners with foundations, non-profits, universities, advocates, and elected officials to co-produce and implement public policy research solutions to improve the quality of life for California residents, specifically communities of color. EDMG is a multi-issue, mixed methods research group that specializes in the areas of inequality, social change and innovation, early and K-12 education, health, and mental health. •As Research… Show more •EDMG is a policy and research consulting firm that partners with foundations, non-profits, universities, advocates, and elected officials to co-produce and implement public policy research solutions to improve the quality of life for California residents, specifically communities of color. EDMG is a multi-issue, mixed methods research group that specializes in the areas of inequality, social change and innovation, early and K-12 education, health, and mental health. •As Research Manager, I led portions of qualitative and mixed methods research projects in the Bay Area and Los Angeles communities including research design, data collection, analysis, and writing with a particular focus on community-participatory research and projects that support youth and those who work closely with them. Show less

Seattle, Washington, United States

•Partnered with Puget Sound Education Services District to conduct an equity audit with a local school district near Seattle, WA•Developed written report outlining relevant research and best practices associated with equity audits and initiatives in K-12 school systems geared towards supporting Education Service Districts in Washington State with conducting future equity audits in partnership with school districts across the state

Redwood City, California, United States

•Designed and led the first department-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee; organizing to build and integrate inclusive spaces at Stanford Medical Center Development via education and community building workshops for a staff of 150•Wrote, edited, and researched clinical faculty bios and event briefings assisting fundraisers with executing strategies and building relationships with prospects•Managed portfolio data of 100 prospects to determine donor strategy and… Show more •Designed and led the first department-wide Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion committee; organizing to build and integrate inclusive spaces at Stanford Medical Center Development via education and community building workshops for a staff of 150•Wrote, edited, and researched clinical faculty bios and event briefings assisting fundraisers with executing strategies and building relationships with prospects•Managed portfolio data of 100 prospects to determine donor strategy and engagement (specifically supporting LGBTQ+medical research and initiatives)•Analyzed donor data through the use of Excel and Salesforce platforms to provide key insights for field officers to create and execute their annual strategic plans Show less

San Jose, California, United States

•Executed leadership development program for AmeriCorps members ages 18-25 resulting in 100% retention across 3 teams, the highest out of all 13 school partnerships in San Jose•Created the first ever manager specific handbook outlining vital policies, resources, and best practices in order to streamline manager onboarding and promote cross-departmental collaboration•Led school partnership to 10% increase in student academic improvement by collaborating with principal, school… Show more •Executed leadership development program for AmeriCorps members ages 18-25 resulting in 100% retention across 3 teams, the highest out of all 13 school partnerships in San Jose•Created the first ever manager specific handbook outlining vital policies, resources, and best practices in order to streamline manager onboarding and promote cross-departmental collaboration•Led school partnership to 10% increase in student academic improvement by collaborating with principal, school staff, and AmeriCorps members •Facilitated and designed weekly training and development workshops for teams of AmeriCorps members to execute service model and promote leadership development•Selected by site leadership to support a secondary school partnership and 10 additional direct reports for 4 months resulting in two successful partnerships impacting over 1,000 students and families in East San Jose Show less

San Jose, California, United States

•Led teams of AmeriCorps members ages 18-25-years old maintaining the highest employee satisfaction score out of 13 school partnerships •Innovated new ideas shaping organization-wide systems and policies used across 13 schools, impacting over 5,000 students in East San Jose resulting in standardized communication and policy •Served on organization’s Change Management and Talent Engagement Committees to develop strategic vision around cross-departmental growth, implementation… Show more •Led teams of AmeriCorps members ages 18-25-years old maintaining the highest employee satisfaction score out of 13 school partnerships •Innovated new ideas shaping organization-wide systems and policies used across 13 schools, impacting over 5,000 students in East San Jose resulting in standardized communication and policy •Served on organization’s Change Management and Talent Engagement Committees to develop strategic vision around cross-departmental growth, implementation, and talent development for current and future years •Managed the daily operation of the After-School Education and Safety grant ($128k) resulting in 90 additional school days for students and access to 21st century curriculum •Directed AmeriCorps graduation event for 300 attendees to strengthen donor relations, partner engagement, and celebrate close of service year Show less

Athens, Ohio

•Supported doctoral students with organizing research and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data obtained from various surveys•Primary research interests included inclusive and exclusive communication and the communicative construction of systems of exclusion (bullying, stigmas, and other forms of social rejection).

Athens, Ohio

•Mentored incoming freshman students on concepts in a Communication studies course•Facilitated discussions for groups of ten freshman students on a weekly basis throughout the semester

Master Of Public Health - Mph, Community Oriented Public Health Practice

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Organizational Communication Studies

At Ohio University, I majored in Organizational Communication Studies with a specialization in Public Advocacy. I also studied.