Nancy Bailey

Nancy Bailey is an Adjunct Faculty member in the Department of Human Development at Pacific Oaks College. She is a credentialed school counselor with extensive experience in academic guidance and student support, currently serving as a Program Specialist overseeing college and career programs for 22,000 students across 13 school sites.

Her educational background includes:

• Bachelor's Degree from Mount Holyoke College, South Hadley, MA
• Master's Degree from University of La Verne, La Verne, CA
• Master's Degree from University of Southern California (USC), Los Angeles, CA

Nancy is deeply involved in education policy and program development, with a focus on enhancing college access and career readiness. She has played a pivotal role in securing and managing significant educational funding through major grants, including the California Technical Incentive Grant (CTEIG), Strong Workforce Grant (SWP), and Perkins Grant, which collectively award $4.5 million annually. Her work bridges K-12 education, higher education partners, and industry stakeholders to improve educational pathways.

Her professional activities reflect a strong commitment to systemic improvement in education, particularly through policy engagement and cross-sector collaboration. She facilitates 13 industry advisory meetings annually, connecting educators, parents, business leaders, and higher education institutions to guide program development.

Notable recognition includes:

• 2023 Education Policy Fellow

Nancy has demonstrated leadership in grant writing and administration, successfully funding large-scale educational initiatives. Her work supports comprehensive student development and strengthens partnerships between schools and workforce sectors. While no formal advisees are listed, her mentorship and program leadership impact thousands of students and educators.

She is actively engaged in educational innovation and policy, contributing to sustainable, equitable improvements in educational outcomes.