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Software Analyst specializing in requirements gathering and documentation for school district clients, adept at translating user objectives into comprehensive Functional Design Documents. •Collaboratively define user needs through meticulous mockup creation and detailed project documentation, ensuring precision in requirements and financial planning.•Efficiently manage project completion documentation, facilitating seamless initial development invoicing and annual maintenance fee processes.•Evaluate and respond to custom project requests received through Salesforce cases, demonstrating strong attention to detail, moving 50% of new cases into appropriate queues daily.•Engage clients to comprehend objectives, enabling clear project goals and purpose while presenting innovative core product solutions and effective workarounds.•Facilitate transparent communication by clearly outlining requirements gathering processes, project cost determinations, and development timelines, collaborating closely with developers to explore technical possibilities and align client visions with feasible solutions.

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Innovative librarian with a keen focus on diversity and relevancy, adept at analyzing district-wide collections and curating culturally sensitive materials, enhancing library inclusivity and relevance for a wide range of patrons.•Expertly analyzed district-wide collection age and multicultural authorship across genres, ensuring a diverse and relevant library selection.•Revamped 18 Minneapolis Public School library collections to meet National Selection Criteria within 3 months through extensive deselection efforts.•Pioneered the design of dynamic shelving systems and curated captivating photo journals for each site, elevating the overall library experience.•Mentored and empowered support staff by imparting in-depth knowledge of Follett’s online catalog tags and category features, fostering a more efficient and user-friendly library system.

Bloomington, Minnesota, United States

Leveraged expertise in learning technology to seamlessly support students through delivery changes (remote, in-person, and hybrid) as a 2nd grade classroom teacher. Contributed to the development of dashboards and communication tools for teachers amid the uncertainty surrounding COVID. Addressed challenges and provided daily student support.Key Achievements:• Organized educational resources for consistent instruction adapted from a classroom environment to common remote platforms enabling productive, positive learning experiences.• Provided training to colleagues and administration in the technology solutions through the COVID pivot.• Led dashboard planning with building technology integrationist to coordinate standardized content delivery.• Used excellent communication skills to engage and motivate learners in the content.• Served on the district level committee to support learners and the media programs through district transitions.

Bloomington, Minnesota, United States

Successfully led an intentional inclusion program and coordinated cross-functional meetings to develop a flexible learning initiative, resulting in hosting the EdTech team's annual Google Summit. Collaborated with site and district staff to leverage the conference for enhanced collaborative and innovative experiences. Simultaneously initiated projects to diversify the library's collection and motivated students to construct two on-site Little Free Libraries, documented in a digital story.Key Achievements:• Led 2 direct reports and managed the budget of $500k for the flexible learning program.• Transformed the culture of the program by analyzing the data, creating new workflows, providing training, and maintaining the buy-in in the shift of the behavioral programs.• Built the metrics and managed the staff performance in the delivery of the program to achieve goals.• Coordinated 2 high-profile, enterprise level initiatives while also managing multiple site level projects.

Valley View Elem, North Park Elem, Columbia Academy, Columbia Heights Hs

Apple Valley, Minnesota, United States

Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Master'S Degree, School Librarian/School Library Media Specialist, 4.0

Bachelor'S Degree, Elementary Education And Teaching

Bachelor'S Degree, Education

Bachelor'S Degree, Education