Fraser Coffeen
Administrative Director at Chicago Waldorf School- Claim this Profile
Click to upgrade to our gold package
for the full feature experience.
Topline Score
Bio
Karen Byrnes
Fraser was my Upper School Division head for several years. This was a new position for him at the school and he worked very hard to learn the skills of leading the Upper School while maintaining positive working relationships with both students and faculty. Fraser communicated well with our team and always had his door open to listen to our concerns and ideas. Fraser was able to bridge the traditions of our college prep environment with innovation in order to best serve our students and family. Fraser would be a great addition to any school, as he was to ours.
Howard Stanley
I write this letter of recommendation for Fraser Coffeen in school administration or educational technology. I have had the pleasure of knowing Fraser in a personal capacity since we both freshman in high school, some twenty-eight years ago. I also worked with him professionally for three years at Roycemore School in Evanston, IL. He gets my highest recommendation as both a person, an educator, and as an administrator. Fraser had the unenviable task of beginning his administrative career at Roycemore soon after the retirement of the former Head of School who had been in that position for forty-four years. It was a time of great transition for the school as a new campus location also opened up around this same time. Roycemore had a very experienced faculty at the time and Fraser was tasked with moving the school in a more progressive direction all while maintaining what made Roycemore
YUN HE
I would say Fraser is definitely a great asset to any team and a standout talent. I had the pleasure of working with and reporting to Fraser for 2 years at Roycemore School. I was particularly impressed by Fraser's ability to make tough decisions when various stakeholders with competing interests were involved. I was always in awe of how Fraser could eventually get everyone on board and have flawless execution. Oh, and it is super fun to talk to Fraser about his passion for mixed martial art. As a team member or a leader, Fraser earns my highest recommendation.
Karen Byrnes
Fraser was my Upper School Division head for several years. This was a new position for him at the school and he worked very hard to learn the skills of leading the Upper School while maintaining positive working relationships with both students and faculty. Fraser communicated well with our team and always had his door open to listen to our concerns and ideas. Fraser was able to bridge the traditions of our college prep environment with innovation in order to best serve our students and family. Fraser would be a great addition to any school, as he was to ours.
Howard Stanley
I write this letter of recommendation for Fraser Coffeen in school administration or educational technology. I have had the pleasure of knowing Fraser in a personal capacity since we both freshman in high school, some twenty-eight years ago. I also worked with him professionally for three years at Roycemore School in Evanston, IL. He gets my highest recommendation as both a person, an educator, and as an administrator. Fraser had the unenviable task of beginning his administrative career at Roycemore soon after the retirement of the former Head of School who had been in that position for forty-four years. It was a time of great transition for the school as a new campus location also opened up around this same time. Roycemore had a very experienced faculty at the time and Fraser was tasked with moving the school in a more progressive direction all while maintaining what made Roycemore
YUN HE
I would say Fraser is definitely a great asset to any team and a standout talent. I had the pleasure of working with and reporting to Fraser for 2 years at Roycemore School. I was particularly impressed by Fraser's ability to make tough decisions when various stakeholders with competing interests were involved. I was always in awe of how Fraser could eventually get everyone on board and have flawless execution. Oh, and it is super fun to talk to Fraser about his passion for mixed martial art. As a team member or a leader, Fraser earns my highest recommendation.
Karen Byrnes
Fraser was my Upper School Division head for several years. This was a new position for him at the school and he worked very hard to learn the skills of leading the Upper School while maintaining positive working relationships with both students and faculty. Fraser communicated well with our team and always had his door open to listen to our concerns and ideas. Fraser was able to bridge the traditions of our college prep environment with innovation in order to best serve our students and family. Fraser would be a great addition to any school, as he was to ours.
Howard Stanley
I write this letter of recommendation for Fraser Coffeen in school administration or educational technology. I have had the pleasure of knowing Fraser in a personal capacity since we both freshman in high school, some twenty-eight years ago. I also worked with him professionally for three years at Roycemore School in Evanston, IL. He gets my highest recommendation as both a person, an educator, and as an administrator. Fraser had the unenviable task of beginning his administrative career at Roycemore soon after the retirement of the former Head of School who had been in that position for forty-four years. It was a time of great transition for the school as a new campus location also opened up around this same time. Roycemore had a very experienced faculty at the time and Fraser was tasked with moving the school in a more progressive direction all while maintaining what made Roycemore
YUN HE
I would say Fraser is definitely a great asset to any team and a standout talent. I had the pleasure of working with and reporting to Fraser for 2 years at Roycemore School. I was particularly impressed by Fraser's ability to make tough decisions when various stakeholders with competing interests were involved. I was always in awe of how Fraser could eventually get everyone on board and have flawless execution. Oh, and it is super fun to talk to Fraser about his passion for mixed martial art. As a team member or a leader, Fraser earns my highest recommendation.
Karen Byrnes
Fraser was my Upper School Division head for several years. This was a new position for him at the school and he worked very hard to learn the skills of leading the Upper School while maintaining positive working relationships with both students and faculty. Fraser communicated well with our team and always had his door open to listen to our concerns and ideas. Fraser was able to bridge the traditions of our college prep environment with innovation in order to best serve our students and family. Fraser would be a great addition to any school, as he was to ours.
Howard Stanley
I write this letter of recommendation for Fraser Coffeen in school administration or educational technology. I have had the pleasure of knowing Fraser in a personal capacity since we both freshman in high school, some twenty-eight years ago. I also worked with him professionally for three years at Roycemore School in Evanston, IL. He gets my highest recommendation as both a person, an educator, and as an administrator. Fraser had the unenviable task of beginning his administrative career at Roycemore soon after the retirement of the former Head of School who had been in that position for forty-four years. It was a time of great transition for the school as a new campus location also opened up around this same time. Roycemore had a very experienced faculty at the time and Fraser was tasked with moving the school in a more progressive direction all while maintaining what made Roycemore
YUN HE
I would say Fraser is definitely a great asset to any team and a standout talent. I had the pleasure of working with and reporting to Fraser for 2 years at Roycemore School. I was particularly impressed by Fraser's ability to make tough decisions when various stakeholders with competing interests were involved. I was always in awe of how Fraser could eventually get everyone on board and have flawless execution. Oh, and it is super fun to talk to Fraser about his passion for mixed martial art. As a team member or a leader, Fraser earns my highest recommendation.
Credentials
-
Teacher, Secondary School
-
Experience
-
Chicago Waldorf School
-
United States
-
Education Administration Programs
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Administrative Director
-
Jul 2022 - Present
As the co-head of Chicago Waldorf School, I lead the school teams in the areas of business, finance, enrollment, operations, advancement, communications, and school safety. As the co-head of Chicago Waldorf School, I lead the school teams in the areas of business, finance, enrollment, operations, advancement, communications, and school safety.
-
-
-
-
Co-Creator
-
Aug 2020 - Present
Co-creator, writer, and host of Creepy History podcast. Weekly podcast series telling the creepy stories that make history great. Edit all stories Co-wrote theme song Co-creator, writer, and host of Creepy History podcast. Weekly podcast series telling the creepy stories that make history great. Edit all stories Co-wrote theme song
-
-
-
Canterbury School of Northeast Indiana
-
United States
-
Primary and Secondary Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Assistant Head Of School
-
Jul 2021 - Jun 2022
Promoted to position of Assistant Head with focus on Academic and Auxiliary Programs across all divisions of EC-12 independent college prep school.
-
-
Middle School Director
-
Jul 2017 - Jun 2021
School administrator responsible for leading staff of 30+ teachers, managing curriculum and communications, and working with numerous stakeholders to move forward the school's mission. Promoted to leadership team position after 1 year.
-
-
Middle School Dean
-
Jul 2016 - Jun 2017
-
-
-
-
Writer
-
May 2011 - Oct 2019
Writer covering kickboxing, boxing, and MMA for Bloody Elbow, a member site of Sport Blog Nation and Vox Media. Writer covering kickboxing, boxing, and MMA for Bloody Elbow, a member site of Sport Blog Nation and Vox Media.
-
-
-
Roycemore School
-
United States
-
Primary and Secondary Education
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Assistant Headmaster
-
Jul 2014 - Jun 2016
Worked in numerous leadership level positions at independent school. Promoted to leadership team after two years as teacher.
-
-
Head of Upper School
-
Jul 2013 - Jun 2016
-
-
English Teacher
-
Aug 2011 - Jun 2015
-
-
-
St. Agnes of Bohemia School
-
United States
-
Education Administration Programs
-
English Teacher
-
Nov 2009 - Jun 2011
Taught 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Language Arts, plus Social Studies and Art at Catholic school in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood. Taught 6th, 7th, & 8th grade Language Arts, plus Social Studies and Art at Catholic school in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood.
-
-
-
-
Access Database Consultant
-
Apr 2009 - Apr 2011
Served as freelance consultant for database work in the Chicago area. Served as freelance consultant for database work in the Chicago area.
-
-
-
LiverKick.com
-
IT Services and IT Consulting
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Editor
-
2011 - 2011
-
-
-
-
Performer
-
Aug 2003 - Oct 2010
Co-creator, writer, director, and performer as Numbskull, the Human Blockhead. See amazing feats of sideshow wonder! Co-creator, writer, director, and performer as Numbskull, the Human Blockhead. See amazing feats of sideshow wonder!
-
-
-
Remy Bumppo Theatre Company
-
United States
-
Performing Arts
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Audience & Donor Services Manager
-
Jun 2006 - Jun 2009
•Assisted with all aspects of grant writing, including program development, identifying funding opportunities, applying for funds, and stewarding grants •Edited and wrote content for educational study guides for mainstage productions •Served as member of education committee working with CAPE to establish education and outreach programs for area high schools •Represented Remy Bumppo as an arts partner for the Chicago High School for the Arts; worked with other arts partners to help advise CHSA in student auditions and recruitment •Wrote and edited monthly newsletter and managed website; worked closely with student interns to create content •Conceived of and launched play reading series focused on new translations and adaptations; responsible for all aspects of series including working with writers, directors, and staff •Planned, staffed, and oversaw all aspects of special events •Coordinated all aspects of subscription services and database management Show less
-
-
-
Swedish American Museum of Chicago
-
United States
-
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
-
Membership & Volunteer Manager
-
Aug 2004 - Jun 2006
Coordinated and implemented all aspects of membership and volunteer management •Managed all aspects of member relations including processing memberships, sending renewals and all other mailings, answering member questions and depositing membership income and donations •Created and implemented new marketing initiatives to enhance visibility of museum and increase membership; increased total membership 8%, membership revenue 7%, and new members 25% •Created new system to accurately track trends in membership figures and income generated from membership and all other appeals; reported on this data to the Board of Directors •Scheduled, trained, and managed volunteer staff; staffed and managed main reception desk •Worked extensively with ACS database software to track members, donations, mailing lists •Provided general office support; served as in-house computer technician Show less
-
-
-
-
Marketing Director/Company Member
-
Aug 2003 - Nov 2004
Managed all aspects of marketing for award-winning Chicago theater company •Developed and executed marketing plan for full season and for individual shows •Managed production and distribution of all marketing materials including posters, postcards, press releases and photos, programs, electronic newsletters, lobby displays and advertisements •Implemented alternative marketing strategies to increase visibility of individual productions and of entire company •Worked closely with public relations director to coordinate press attendance, place reviews, write press releases, and take press photos •Directed company’s volunteer marketing staff •Also served as member of artistic company Show less
-
-
-
Terra Museum of American Art
-
United States
-
Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
-
1 - 100 Employee
-
Membership & Volunteer Coordinator
-
Jan 2003 - May 2004
Oversaw all aspects of member and volunteer relations including data management •Developed and executed new member plan, increasing membership revenue 16% through membership campaign and new membership benefits; tracked membership fees and donations •Originated database user manual and organized and executed extensive database clean-up •Maintained museum’s database of board, docents, members, volunteers, national/regional museums, galleries, colleges, and universities—entered and verified information, cleaned data, eliminated duplicates, and sent out mailings to targeted database subsets •Applied proficiency in Raiser’s Edge fundraising/public relations database management software •Directed and scheduled museum volunteer staff •Worked closely with Marketing Director on museum marketing initiatives Show less
-
-
-
Steppenwolf Theatre Company
-
United States
-
Performing Arts
-
100 - 200 Employee
-
Special Events Assistant
-
Aug 2001 - Jun 2002
Managed special events for nationally renowned theater company •Planned and managed all aspects of large-scale special events including annual Spring Gala which raised $1.8 million and movie benefits in Chicago and Los Angeles •Scheduled and managed large vendor and volunteer staffs for all events •Solely responsible for managing all details during events •Worked closely with Director of Special Events to increase event attendance and revenue •Utilized a variety of computer systems and software (Access, Raiser’s Edge, Excel) Show less
-
-
Education
-
1996 - 2000
Northwestern University
B.A., English -
2008 - 2009
National Louis University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Secondary Education and Teaching
Community
