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Lead manager for implementation printings of all print components of new enVision High School 2018 program.Responsible for post implementation and later printings of all books, ancillaries, and digital products. Write xml code as part of maintenance of Connected Mathematics Program.Lead editor in charge of online content maintenance of digits Middle Grades program.As a nominated subject matter expert, act as Mathematics department’s Pearson Site Super User for various internal and external systemsFocal point of corrections for secondary mathematics with thorough knowledge of entire product line.Track annual spending for the Math department on backlist reprints.Maintain and organize all files of corrections to be made while monitoring the schedule of planned reprints.Process reprints for some ancillaries and other product prior to implementation.Responsible for communication with customers regarding error correction when needed.Ensure that corrections are made in all necessary places across the product line.Maintain file history of all corrected pages.Facilitate review of corrections in conjunction with Editorial leadership.Implement consistent practices for managing and documenting error tracking.Participate in efforts to identify and collaboratively work with various departments to resolve reprint schedule and quality issues for Math programs.Edit content and mark tearsheets or PDF proof to turn over to Production team for correction processing.Participate in workflow and scheduling planning meetings for reprints to ensure that products' quality assurance needs are represented.Recommend cost effective solutions for projects.Process correction information received from marketing, content editors, customization editors, and customer service.Collaborate, develop, and maintain standards and guidelines documents for reprint processes and best practices in line with company quality assurance objectives.

Wrote Reading workbook for ESL students, Grade 6 and 8.Developed Targeted Instruction for middle school literature program.

Manage daily center operations of the Personal Academic Tutoring Program.Increased sales by 15%.Increased membership by 10%.Mentored students: encouraged students to improve skills, built self-confidence, and cultivated positive attitudes towards learning.Managed hiring, training, and overseeing a staff of 6 Personal Tutoring Instructors.Supervised one-on-one assessments, parent conferences, and scheduling of the Personal Academic Tutoring program.Analyzed assessment results to build effective individualized lesson plans.Managed differentiated curriculum of 50+ students.Provided direct instruction in math, algebra, writing, reading, and early reading.Created/ executed marketing initiatives such as spelling bees and partnering with local businesses.Managed daily Center operations.Provided strong vision and effective leadership in mentoring junior staff.Acted as a liaison between teachers and parents [participating in the SCORE! Programs].Processed payroll of entire center.

Math solving for grades K-8.Proofread reading, science, and math textbooks and ancillaries.