Elevate Tutoring

1. 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Led a data management overhaul to enhance scalability - conducted needs assessments, recommended tools/resources, ensured data accuracy, created a MAXQDA user guide, and trained staff on new practices.

2. 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Designed and implemented an evaluation plan - initiated pilot evaluations, revised guiding documents, optimized data collection tools, and created an evaluation plan for improved transparency and operational efficiency.

3. 𝐏𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐭 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Executed pilot evaluations to optimize data collection tools and methods - conducted data analysis, provided insightful reports, and recommended strategies to enhance the tutoring program's impact.

4. 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Collaborated on migrating organization's data and operations management to Salesforce: customized Salesforce to meet data management needs, developed error-prevention processes, and conducted staff training sessions.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞: Elevate Tutoring is an organization dedicated to advancing social justice by bridging socio-economic and achievement gaps in education. Its innovative approach involves training, career development, and fellowships for socioeconomically-disadvantaged and first-generation college students, who provide high-quality STEM tutoring and mentorship to middle and high school students. Elevate Tutoring's unique approach results in a powerful cycle of empowerment and learning that benefits both tutors and tutees.

Research & Evaluation Specialist, AmeriCorps VISTA

Metis

1. 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Enhanced student engagement by integrating charts, visualizations, and end-of-lesson questions into course content, providing a more dynamic and interactive learning experience.

2. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: Devised seven comprehensive projects utilizing data acquisition, wrangling, and modeling to derive data-driven insights, showcasing practical applications of data science concepts.

3. 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬: Excelled in communicating complex data science concepts and findings to diverse audiences, consistently achieving 40% higher performance than the class average in peer presentations.

4. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Effectively collaborated with team members via Slack and GitHub to share investigative findings, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐬: Metis, a part of Kaplan Test Prep, was a premier provider of rigorous data science training. They offered a unique and intensive data science bootcamp that blended project-based design with Kaplan's proprietary learning science and assessment insights. Over the course of a 28-week program, students applied real data to build a seven-project portfolio. This hands-on approach ensured graduates were job-ready, equipped with diverse skills including machine learning, programming, data wrangling, project design, and data visualization. Metis' influence in data science education extended globally, showcasing a strong commitment to equipping a new generation with crucial data skills.

Data Science Fellow & Teaching Assistant

Homeschool 

1. 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐞: Stepped into the role of a full-time home educator during the COVID-19 pandemic, ensuring continuous education and a structured learning environment for my children.

2. 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐮𝐦 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Conceived, planned, and executed a comprehensive curriculum that covers multiple subjects, meeting and often exceeding educational standards.

3. 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Fostered an environment conducive to learning that enhanced academic and social skills development, instilling a love for lifelong learning.

4. 𝐄𝐝𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Utilized various educational technologies and digital tools to enrich the learning experience and stimulate interactive learning.

In response to the global COVID-19 pandemic, I took on the role of a Home Educator to ensure the uninterrupted learning of my children. This involved creating a tailored educational experience focusing on personal growth and intellectual development. The insights gained from this hands-on teaching role during an extraordinarily challenging time enriched my broader understanding of learning processes, complementing my professional journey in data-driven roles.

Home Educator

Pine St. DeSigns

1. 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐏𝐢𝐯𝐨𝐭: Skillfully adapted the business model in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, transitioning from local art shows to an online platform, thereby expanding the business's reach nationwide.

2. 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Managed all aspects of the customer journey, from the initial ordering process to final product delivery, ensuring superior customer service and a personalized experience.

3. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐧: Designed over 300 unique, custom signs, cutting boards, and decor pieces using Adobe Illustrator, showcasing creativity and digital design proficiency.

4. 𝐀𝐝𝐚𝐩𝐭𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫: Displayed quick adaptability by successfully learning to use Adobe Illustrator, a CNC machine, and laser cutter. Effectively utilized these tools to convert digital designs into physical pieces of art. 

5. 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠: Grew online presence by creating daily Instagram posts and engaging with customers and fellow artists, achieving an impressive increase of over 2,000 followers within six months.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: Pine St. Designs was a venture that began with selling custom-made wood signs, decor, and cutting boards at local art shows in late 2019. When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, the business successfully pivoted to online marketing, expanding its customer base across the country. In this entrepreneurial role, I wore multiple hats, gaining experience in everything from customer relations, digital design, and technical operation of manufacturing equipment, to social media marketing.

Owner & Operator

Various Companies

1. 𝐈𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐖𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐛𝐞𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐦𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Developed and led yoga classes for individuals of all ages, tailoring each session to enhance mental and physical wellbeing. Specialized in helping both adults and youth find balance and stress relief through yoga practice.

2. 𝐃𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐕𝐞𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐬: Taught yoga in a range of environments, including yoga studios, martial arts and dance studios, gyms, and local public schools, demonstrating adaptability and a capacity to engage with diverse groups.

3. 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐞𝐝 𝐂𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐬: Launched "Mommy & Me" sessions to foster bonding between new mothers and their babies, simultaneously building a supportive community and promoting physical activity.

4. 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Crafted age-appropriate, energetic, and engaging classes for toddlers and preschoolers, blending games and relaxation techniques to teach yoga poses and mindfulness.

5. 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐄𝐧𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐬: Developed specialized yoga classes for school-aged students, particularly dancers and martial artists, focusing on flexibility, focus, and challenging inversions. Infused each session with positive messaging to encourage confidence, kindness, and emotion regulation.

6. 𝐀𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Provided yoga classes for adults with varying skill levels, focusing on strength, flexibility, and mindfulness, helping them find a path to improved physical health and mental clarity.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: The role of a Yoga Instructor goes beyond teaching yoga poses—it involves creating a nurturing and positive environment for growth and exploration. The goal was to empower students of all ages with tools for improved physical health and mental well-being that they can use beyond the yoga mat, thereby contributing to their overall personal development.

Yoga Instructor (Contract)

MedWaste Ohio

1. 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Boosted schedule query efficiency by 500% by introducing a digital schedule, enhancing customer satisfaction, reducing scheduling errors, and improving tracking mechanisms.

2. 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Oversaw scheduling needs of 500+ accounts, ensuring punctual, comprehensive, and professional services.

3. 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭: Partnered with sales representatives to set up new customer accounts by ensuring accurate contracts, coordinating services with the transportation team, and creating service schedules.

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐑𝐨𝐥𝐞: At Medwaste Ohio, a medical waste disposal service, my role as an Office Manager required me to wear many hats in a small business environment. My responsibilities were centered around improving operational efficiencies, managing a large customer account portfolio, and working closely with the sales and transportation teams to deliver top-notch service to our clients.

Office Manager

Transforming data into a force for social good, I blend data science expertise with a deep understanding of the nonprofit sector. At Elevate Tutoring, as a Research & Evaluation Specialist, I apply data-driven strategies to enhance educational opportunities for first-generation, low-income college students. 

𝐌𝐲 𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐧 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐱 𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐚 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫, 𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞.

My toolkit includes Python, SQL, Tableau, and Machine Learning, paired with experience in rigorous data management and analysis. But it's not just about numbers; my background as a yoga instructor and educator infuses a unique perspective into my work, balancing technical skills with mindfulness and empathy. 

I thrive at the intersection of data, education, and social impact, and I'm always eager to connect with like-minded professionals. Let's explore how we can use data to make a lasting difference.

𝙏𝙚𝙘𝙝𝙣𝙞𝙘𝙖𝙡 𝙎𝙠𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙨 & 𝙏𝙤𝙤𝙡𝙨: Python, SQL, Tableau, Salesforce, MAXQDA, Machine Learning, Statistics, Data Visualization, TensorFlow, Excel, Google Sheets, Looker Studio, Slack

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