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Washington D.C. Metro Area

As a dynamic professional at a Washington, DC-based software company, I spearhead the convergence of cutting-edge standards in educational software and interoperability using Web Services, XML and JSON representation. As a key member of a nimble team, I engage across the entire software development lifecycle—from inception and stakeholder requirements gathering to strategic planning, design, development, rigorous system testing and support.I play a pivotal part in marketing and training initiatives. Crafting compelling marketing collateral and serving as the primary point of contact, presenter, and trainer for our system.In the realm of large-scale IT solutions, I specialize in software design and software architecture solutions for higher education clients. My expertise spans financial aid, student accounts receivable, and general ledger domains. Whether navigating cloud-based or institutionally hosted environments, I thrive in both open-source and closed-source landscapes.I focused on requirement synthesis to create design architecture documents for the entire application, code creation and review, specializing in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML, and CSS, and code reviews for the Java implementation of our services.As a team leader, I championed Agile Methodologies, adapting to evolving user requirements through an iterative Scrum process.I served as the lead designer for our application’s database layer, proficiently working with SQL across various dialects, including Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle. Software was generally Linux-based with a focus on cloud deployment.Staying ahead of the curve, I invest substantial effort in tracking evolving technologies and refining interoperability standards. Active participation in workgroups ensures continuous enhancement. My communication prowess—both verbal and written—fuels successful product journeys, from inception through implementation and into robust support.

Washington, United States

In this position, I led two sections of undergraduate and Master's level students through a course of Systems Analysis and advanced Excel techniques.I coordinated grading and student performance objectives with other faculty, and provided group and individual coaching to students to ensure excellence and success for all levels.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

As an accomplished educational technology specialist with a background in teaching, I matched faculty teaching requirements to relevant technologies. My role involved facilitating training sessions and advocating for seamless integration across diverse academic programs. Leveraging my teaching experience, I excelled at translating complex concepts into practical solutions.

As the Director of Scheduling, I meticulously orchestrated classroom assignments and contact hours for faculty and students at the academy. My responsibilities extended beyond logistics—I ensured balanced sections, equitable staff workloads, and guaranteed appropriate breaks for all stakeholders.In addition, I curated and maintained curricula for three distinct language programs. As the head of the foreign language teaching faculty, I conducted classroom practice reviews, facilitated skill-sharing, and performed termly assessments for my department. My active involvement in a faculty group ensured alignment between educational and information systems.As a dedicated French instructor, I taught students at all levels—from basic to AP. My passion extended beyond language proficiency; I championed the integration of technology in the classroom. Through multiple seminars, I empowered fellow educators and emphasized technology’s role in enhancing student and parental communication.Collaborating closely with the technology department, I spearheaded the implementation of school-wide e-Learning initiatives. These initiatives facilitated student access to multimedia resources, allowing self-directed skill enhancement within the French program.I championed the integration of technology in the classroom as a teaching aid and I conducted multiple seminars on leveraging technology for student and parental communication as well as in-class uses of technology.Outside of my core responsibilities, I led Yearbook production, striking a delicate balance between artistic creativity and adherence to strict external agency timelines.

Master'S Of Science, Information Systems Technology

Studied for my Master's of Science in Information Systems Technology, with a focus on information systems design, integration, and user.

Master'S Of Education, French, German, Information Technology

Studied for my Master's in Education equivalence in secondary-level teaching of Foreign Languages and Computer Science. In addition.

B.A., French, European Studies

Studied French and European Studies with a focus on French and European Law, French linguistics, European and International Politics.