Vicki Raney
SEARCH Consultant
Vicki Raney brings over 45 years of experience in the field of education to her work as a search consultant with The Education Group. With experience in both public and independent schools, a B.S. in elementary education, a M.A. in counseling, and national certification in school leadership, Vicki brings a deep understanding of the educational arena in today’s world, along with a dedication to independent school education.
Vicki retired in 2020 after serving for 16 years as the Assistant Head at The Lamplighter School in Dallas. She was known for a leadership style where respect and collaboration are woven into the fabric of each relationship. Vicki has recruited, hired, and mentored hundreds of teachers for independent schools, and enjoys coaching educators who aspire to join the world of school administration. “Her powerful mentorship and guidance has had a profound impact on the careers and professional development of educators.”
Her resume includes classroom teaching at Columbus Academy in Ohio, and division leadership at Saint Mary’s Hall and The John Cooper School in Texas. Prior to her roles with independent schools, Vicki was a classroom teacher in the Groveport Madison school district in Columbus, where she was awarded Ohio Counselor of the Year for her work as a school counselor. Additionally, Vicki has served an educational consultant for New Horizons in Ohio and EMG Networks in Arizona.
Through the years, Vicki has represented her schools on the national stage, sharing a variety of projects, collaborations, and partnerships. She delivered presentations for the National Association of Independent Schools, Educational Records Bureau, National Elementary School Principals Association, American Association of Counseling and Development, and Independent School Association of the Southwest.
Vicki is a former Board member of Head Start of Greater Dallas, and served as a school volunteer with the United 2 Learn partnership between public and independent schools in Dallas before moving to San Antonio. Vicki has two sons who are graduates of independent schools and her granddaughter currently attends an independent school.
