Ms. McCreary has worked with CESP for nearly 20 years. During this time, her role at the center has broadened in scope while she has become increasingly central to all aspects of its functioning. As Assistant Director of Finance, Management, and Administration, she serves as the head of these functions to ensure the smooth functioning, quality, and expansion of CESP that can ultimately impact its team members both internally and externally.

Throughout the years Jeanette has built and maintained internal relationships with Rutgers departments including the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects, Division of Grant and Contract Accounting, and purchasing to name a few. These relationships enable her to maintain an organizational culture that aligns with the mission, vision, and goals of the Center and the University.

She is committed to working collaboratively with practitioners, educational researchers and the like to ensure that students ultimately receive the highest quality learning experiences possible. Ms. McCreary is responsible for CESP'S in-district professional development as well as the management of all funding including grant programs and contracts. Ms. McCreary is an expert in project management and SWOT analysis and is passionate about creating and sustaining authentic collaborations with partners at all levels.