Kara Michelle Liu, M.Ed Email & Phone Number

* Redesigned, implemented, and launched a data collection app that plays a pivotal role in transforming data collection and analysis processes for RethinkEd administrators, teachers, and specialists* Collaborated to develop dashboards and Power Bi data visualizations that answer key questions for administrators* Piloted Multi-tiered System of Supports.

* Revamped Student Center with an emphasis on enhancing the overall user experience* Demonstrated exceptional ability to manage and balance a diverse range of projects and priorities simultaneously* Conducted user interviews to gain valuable insights into user needs and preferences, informing the design process* Executed thorough usability testing.

* Collaborated with the product development team to define product requirements and specifications* Conducted market research and competitive analysis to stay informed about industry trends and opportunities* Engaged with educators, students, and other stakeholders to gather feedback and insights for product improvement* Developed and maintained a deep.

• Strategized with vRotors about their business needs and KPI to increase conversions
• Performed user research and usability tests to better understand diverse drone users and their unique needs
• Designed on-boarding and flexible dashboard, providing vRotors with the necessary data to drive allocation of company resources as well as the users with targeted information
• Led meetings and all communications with vRotors and the UX team to ensure progress towards all KPIs and design thinking was clearly communicated
• Analyzed the current industry and consumer users flows on website to streamline the processes
• Redesigned the homepage to better appeal to the range of users by focusing on the company brand and funneling the users to the sign-up

Huntington Beach

• Defined insightful products/features that are easy to use and deliver value to teachers and students
• Worked cross-functionally and collaboratively with designers, engineers, and other projectstakeholders on concepts, design and development of new and existing digital learningproducts, including interactive activities.
• Worked as part of an Agile software development team representing the ProductManagement function focusing on product analysis, definition, and planning
• Analyzed and document user personas, epics, user stories, and other productspecification artifacts
• Performed competitor and market research to inform the product landscape andopportunities
• Ideated within a dynamic environment and effectively communicate thoughts and ideasto facilitate further investigation – e.g. create high-level UX wireframes that function asa starting point to get designers and.

Huntington Beach

• Created wire frames of new eBook platforms with different user stories in mind
• Collaborated with game developer using JavaScript Object Notation (JSON) to craft a K-5 vocabulary game
• Applied teaching experience and child development knowledge in designing and testing ebook app functionality
• Designed engaging, age-appropriate activity templates that are incorporated into ebooks
• Facilitated the selection of licensed videos, edit authored narrations and video questions
• Communicated with author to provide feedback on activity and video content

• Led custom tailored team-building events and experiential learning for corporate executives
• Used experiential teaching methods to provide outdoor education for youths and new skill development

Hong Kong

• Designed, implemented, and revised grade level curriculum
• Applied Writing Workshop strategies learned at Columbia Teacher's College
• Facilitated student centered learning through choice and projects
• Communicated with parents through a class and student blog
• Held monthly learning celebrations for parents and children
• Arranged for a local children's author to visit her classroom

Dalian, Liaoning, China

• Collaborated and co-taught language arts with ELL teacher
• Differentiated curriculum for a range of students from beginning ELL to gifted
• Utilized Rubicon Atlas to align curriculum planning
• Led after-school soccer, dodgeball, kickball, science, and origami club
• Applied developmental reading assessments to guide reading instruction
• Gathered evidence and set goals for the China context, student input, and social studies curriculum accreditation committees

Orlando, Florida Area

• Applied ELL strategies in a self-contained classroom
• Trained in Everyday Math Program and Scott Foresman Science Program
• Led a Book Club and Science Club
• Awarded grant money for literacy
• Analyzed data and prepared students for the FCAT
• Completed 60 hours of ESOL training

Athens, Ohio

• Experience planning and teaching all content areas in second grade
• Leveled classroom library
• Collaborated with fellow teachers and mentored college students