I spent a decade as an educator blissfully performing data analysis and adapting software for the classroom on the daily as a function of my job. When the time came to transition into a new career, the tech field was a natural transition.
Summary Statement
Former high school theatre teacher and program director with 10+ years of experience uncovering growth potential, creating strategies and solutions that support big-picture goals, and promote data-driven solutions. Recently completed comprehensive software development training with proficiency in Python, SQL, Java, Tableau, and React. Seeking to combine my technical and interpersonal skill sets to build engaging user experiences as a junior developer.s.
Tech Stack
• JavaScript • Java • Python • SQL • R • Spreadsheets • Github • React • Spring Boot • PostgreSQL • MySQL Workbench • Tableau •
Skills
• Data Analysis and Visualization • Public Speaking • Project Management • Problem Solving • Critical and Creative Thinking • Comprehensive Communication Expertise • Collaboration •
Resume
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LANGUAGES | FRAMEWORKS | TOOLS
Java, JavaScript, HTML, CSS, Python, SQL |-| React, Jest |-| PostgresQL, MySQL Workbench
EXPERIENCE
Movie Selector — LaunchCode Project
- Built as part of LaunchCode’s front-end unit demonstrating React and JavaScript logic
- Created an app using React that takes the effort out of choosing what movie to watch
- Wrote Javascript functions to randomly select and return 5 movie options
- Utilized React state and Params to pass movie details from options to selection
- Performed API calls to two sources returning movie info including posters and trailers
- Created a feedback form with real-time feedback and validation
- Styled components with CSS
Legislative Chair — National Education Association, Mehlville Executive Board 2020-2022
- Analyzed comprehensive datasets to create MNEA advocacy platform for over 800 district educators.
- Implemented strategies achieving 94% accuracy in contact data.
- Developed a multi-faceted School Board candidate endorsement process.
Industrial Technology, Theatre Educator- Program Director — Mehlville, Union, and West Plains School Districts 2012-2022
- Collected, cleaned, and analyzed data for program improvement, resulting in 96% subject mastery.
- Created transposable learning systems, bisecting complex ideas into logical, reusable concepts.
- Managed Department and Productions with strict competing deadlines, managing resources and communicating with vastly different stakeholders.
EDUCATION
LaunchCode, Software Development, 2025
Google, Data Analytics Professional Certificate
Missouri State University, BSed, Speech and Theatre Education