Vanessa Kern
Vanessa Kern
Junior Associate
“Access to high-quality educational experiences is not only a right, but the greatest tool we can give students as they design a successful and fulfilling life for themselves. I am passionate about questioning the status quo in education to create a more equitable educational system. At SRC, I bring that passion and work toward creating an early educational system that reflects equity, inclusivity, and social justice for all students.”
As a passionate former educator, Vanessa has dedicated her career to fostering equity and inclusivity within education. She strongly believes that every child deserves equal opportunities to thrive and succeed. Witnessing the growth and development of young minds has been immensely rewarding and inspiring to her. Her combined experiences as an educator and research assistant fueled her commitment to join the School Readiness Consulting team in making a positive impact on the lives of children and families. Her strengths lie in harmonizing diverse perspectives and creating an inclusive environment where everyone's voice is valued and heard. With a deep sense of empathy, she understands and connects with the unique experiences of others, allowing her to better support and advocate across teams.
Vanessa has expertise in child development and family systems. Vanessa supports SRC teams with internal and external communications, timelines, and deliverables. She assists in planning and managing project logistics such as internal and external meetings, social media and website development, and specific project tasks.
Vanessa has a B.S. in Family and Human Development from Arizona State University. During her time at ASU, she also served as a research assistant, exploring crucial aspects that shape young children's cognitive, emotional, and social development. Over the past four years, she has had the privilege of utilizing her deep understanding of child development and family systems in the realm of early childhood education, honing her expertise through hands-on experience in diverse classroom settings.
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