I help schools, workplaces, cities, and community organizations build more equitable systems for youth.
Since 2018, I've worked in alternative education settings within the public system - first as a classroom teacher for two years, then as a consultant and project manager. I have extensive experience designing learning and intervention programs for justice system-involved youth, foster youth, migrant pupils and language learners, and students navigating complex family and systemic barriers.
My approach is hands-on: I work directly in the trenches with school districts and youth-serving organizations, taking on a small number of projects each year where I have deep domain expertise. This allows me to build lasting partnerships and deliver meaningful impact rather than unsustainable surface-level recommendations.
Elevating youth voice and agency in underserved communities is a unifying theme in all of my work.
Services
Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation
I help K-16 education partners create learning programs that actually work for their most challenging student populations. This includes designing specialized curricula, developing implementation strategies, and creating evaluation systems that provide actionable insights for sites, districts, and county offices.
Building Practices That Center Student Voice
I help schools and youth-centered organizations apply principles of youth participatory action and liberatory design to create cultures where youth voice drives program decisions. This includes designing working groups and listening campaigns that support youth-led change, and facilitating trainings and workshops that build meaningful collaboration between youth and adults.
Nonprofit & Social Enterprise Strategy Consulting
I provide strategic support to organizations reimagining how they sustainably impact their communities. This includes developing theories of change and logic models, creating funding strategies, designing data-driven pilot programs, and facilitating strategic gatherings with staff and community partners.
Youth Employment and Economic Development
I help schools, cities, and organizations develop youth entrepreneurship and work experience programs. This includes creating curriculum and action plans, as well as training practitioners to build youth-centered economic ecosystems within their communities.
Performance Coaching for Social Impact Leaders
I provide narrative-based coaching for educators, nonprofit leaders, and social entrepreneurs navigating complex roles and organizational change. I work with individuals and teams to strengthen culture, build sustainable systems, and develop leadership capacity for deeper community impact.
Testimonials
Swati’s expertise in K-12, higher education, and workforce development is an invaluable—and in my experience—a unique asset. Her ability to understand and bridge these fields enables her to assist clients in designing innovative, relevant programs that prepare students for meaningful careers. She fosters collaboration, aligns programs with industry needs, and helps organizations strategically leverage funding opportunities. As the landscape of education and work continues to shift, having a consultant who understands these nuances and can act as a strategic advisor is a transformative resource.
Joseph Stark, Regional Apprenticeship Director
Swati is a pioneer. What makes Swati exceptional is her unwavering commitment to those she serves, and a willingness to be flexible in how she serves. Her venture teaches entrepreneurial skills that result in increased economic mobility for under-represented and overlooked talent. As a leader, she embodies an open-hearted and authentic spirit, guided by her core values. As a pioneer, she strives to guide others in overcoming barriers, because she genuinely wants others to thrive.If you seek someone with profound insight into people, a dedication to a grand vision, and the skills to bring that vision to life, look no further than Swati.
I am proud to share my experience working alongside Swati as a high school administrator. We hired Swati to work with our struggling high schools in Math. She had an important position and that was supporting and guiding seniors to graduation. From the very start, it was clear that our collaboration was driven by a deep commitment to student success. Together, we developed tailored programs that addressed the unique challenges faced by our at-risk students. Swati provided academic support but also fostered a nurturing environment where students felt valued and understood. This made it possible to reach students in meaningful ways, breaking down barrers to graduation. I wholeheartedly endorse the work we've done together.
Yvonne Trujillo Wolfe, High School Administrator, Corona-Norco USD
Engaging with a professional coach as a creative professional presents a unique challenge. Many coaches approach one’s professional and creative lives as distinct entities, but this dichotomy does not reflect the lived reality of most writers, artists, designers and creative entrepreneurs. The intersection of creative output and earning a paycheck naturally introduces complexities that can obscure professional objectives and blur the boundaries between work and downtime. Swati Singh — with her nuanced understanding of these dynamics and incisive curiosity — provided invaluable guidance in helping me navigate this intricate balance. Through her methodical and thoughtful approach, I was able to align my creative ambitions with my financial goals, maintaining both without compromise. For creative professionals seeking a coach who comprehends the complexities of their world, I wholeheartedly recommend Swati.
Ashlie S., Food Editor, Writer, and Audio Producer
Swati was an invaluable sounding board for me when I made a transition from K-12 education to Leadership Development in a non-profit setting. As I worked to find a path that was meaningful to me, she offered invaluable insights from her own experience that helped keep me focused on what I was moving toward, rather than against in a difficult transition time.
Amy W., Learning and Development Specialist
Swati has an extraordinary ability to offer fresh perspectives on the intersections of work, life, and family dynamics, which was tremendously helpful as I navigated a challenging family business transition. Her insights helped me reframe this period in my life and gain a broader perspective on the future. I admire her entrepreneurial knowledge, her dedication to empowering young people, and her remarkable creativity in envisioning the future of work. Swati has also become a trusted partner on writing projects, helping me think through ideas and gain clarity. Her creative, multi-dimensional approach to both life and work is truly inspiring, and I am grateful to have her as a colleague and coach.
Karin D., Family Business Executive
Swati highlighted some options for moving a project forward that really didn't occur to me! Her insight and fresh perspective were so valuable and she is exceptionally easy to connect with. Her enthusiasm for helping/supporting others is palpable and I feel so lucky to have found her.
Tara S., Business Professor
Swati is such a genuine person. As a coach, she pushes me to be my best in all aspects of my life and genuinely cares so much about every person that she meets. She has such an incredible ability to focus your ideas into actionable steps and makes you feel (realize!) you can accomplish anything you set your mind to.
