Kristen Rolek
About Kristen Rolek
Kristen Rolek is the Director of Classroom Operations at Elevate K-12, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in educational management and a focus on employee and client support, she has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Bright Horizons and Children's Choice Learning Centers.
Current Role at Elevate K-12
Kristen Rolek serves as the Director of Classroom Operations at Elevate K-12, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on providing support to employees and clients to ensure alignment with the company's goals and mission. Her responsibilities include overseeing classroom operations and enhancing the educational experience for students. She is based in Chicago, Illinois.
Previous Experience at Bright Horizons
Before joining Elevate K-12, Kristen Rolek worked at Bright Horizons as a Regional Manager from 2013 to 2020. During her seven years in this role, she managed operations across multiple locations, ensuring quality educational programs and services. Her leadership contributed to the overall success of the organization.
Background in Education
Kristen Rolek has a strong foundation in education, having studied Elementary Education and Teaching at the University of Hartford, where she earned her Bachelor's degree. Her early career included a five-year tenure as a teacher at Hartford Public Schools from 2000 to 2005, where she developed her skills in classroom management and student engagement.
Career Path and Roles
Kristen Rolek's career includes various leadership roles in educational organizations. She served as Regional Director at Children's Choice Learning Centers from 2011 to 2013 and as Director of Development at The Princeton Review from 2008 to 2010. Additionally, she worked as a Content Editor at McGraw-Hill from 2005 to 2007 and held the position of Regional Operations Manager at Elevate K-12 from 2020 to 2022.
Skills and Focus Areas
Kristen Rolek has extensive experience in managing educational programs across multiple sites. She has worked in both customer-facing and online project management environments. Her passion lies in establishing relationships and supporting initiatives within organizations, contributing to a collaborative and effective workplace.