e: taylor.clough@gse.rutgers.edu
p: (732) 564-9100 x10
Education:
M.S.W., Clinical Social Work; Widener University
B.S., Psychology; Rutgers University
Affiliations:
National Association of Social Workers (NASW)
Biographical Highlights
￫ Mixed-methods researcher with experience in program evaluation, data analysis, and applied research to inform educational practice and policy.
￫ Skilled in developing practitioner-focused resources and research briefs on topics including special education, social-emotional learning, and computer science education.
￫ Licensed Clinical Social Worker with clinical experience supporting adolescents and adults, bringing a holistic, community-centered perspective to educational research.
Taylor Clough is a Research Associate at Rutgers CESP, where he contributes to applied research and program evaluation efforts aimed at advancing educational excellence. At CESP, he supports mixed-methods research projects, resource development, and the provision of technical assistance. In addition, he provides administrative and operational support to facilitate trainings, outreach events, and research efforts to promote the smooth functioning of the Center’s activities.
Taylor has experience in both research and clinical practice, bringing a strong background in mixed-methods design, data collection, and analysis. He has co-authored research briefs and practitioner-focused resources on topics including special education, social-emotional learning, and computer science education. His work reflects a commitment to translating research into practical tools and strategies that support educators, learners, and families.
Beyond his research responsibilities, Taylor is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with clinical experience providing therapy to adolescents and adults in a variety of mental health settings. This dual expertise informs his research approach, centering the lived experiences of students, families, and communities. Taylor holds an MSW in Clinical Social Work from Widener University and a B.A. in Psychology with a minor in Health and Society from Rutgers University.