IT System Analyst | Database System Manager

• Jul 2011 - Present

As an expert user, evaluator, implementation specialist, and key support personnel, I have extensive experience with various school database systems and software. I have played a crucial role in managing and overseeing the daily operations of the following systems: - Rediker (Admissions, Student Information System and Teacher Portal)- Lunchtime (Cafeteria System)- Quia (Assessment Software)- Canvas (Learning Management System)- Canvas Studio- SchoolMessenger- Finalsite- WordPressI have been responsible for ensuring the successful implementation and advancement of these systems, overseeing their daily usage, troubleshooting issues that arise and providing individualized training. I evaluate and analyze data within the database systems to provide valuable insights for data-driven decision-making within the school. I act as a liaison with software providers, effectively addressing problems, meeting user needs, and aligning system functionality with school objectives. I have been one of the primary Canvas specialist.Maintaining the accuracy and integrity of the database systems is a priority, and I actively manage data input and output, oversee technology management, and provide comprehensive end-user training and support. I regularly review and update procedures for system usage, ensuring that the school database and software systems are optimized and aligned with the needs of all users.I am adept at training staff on the usage of our systems, ensuring their proficiency in leveraging these tools for their job responsibilities. I have oversee the maintenance, implementation, support, and troubleshoot the integration between Rediker, Canvas, Studio, TurnItIn/Unicheck, and Quia. I provide support, training and design work around our Unified Course Design.Throughout my role, I have been entrusted with preparing meeting minutes, complex reports, training guides, preparing worksheets, managing account files, configuring user accounts, and analyzing data. Show less

Yearbook Adviser/Teacher

• Aug 2009 - Jun 2016

I've instructed students in yearbook creation, evaluating their skills and designs while providing guidance for improvement. I teach a range of essential skills like interviewing, copywriting, research, design fundamentals, time management, and event coverage. Students learn to gather content, write engaging copy, and create visually appealing layouts.As an expert user, teacher, support person, and proficient in software such as Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Bridge, Nikon D7000 DSLR, Microsoft suite, Apple iWork, and Google Workspace. I use these tools to teach effective design and project management.I also develop and manage courses in Canvas, setting clear objectives and providing support materials for students' progress outside the classroom.Evaluating students' designs, I offer feedback to enhance their skills and unleash their creative potential.With my teaching abilities, software proficiency, and support skills, I foster a productive and creative learning environment, empowering students to create exceptional yearbooks while acquiring valuable skills for their future. Show less

Broadcast Journalism Teacher

• Aug 2010 - Jun 2015

I have the responsibility of instructing students in the necessary skills to create and produce a weekly broadcast and other video projects. I evaluate their skills and design work, providing guidance and support to help them advance their abilities and produce high-quality videos.I teach students a range of skills essential for video production, including interviewing techniques, copywriting, research methodologies, video production fundamentals, time management, meeting deadlines, planning, and event coverage. As an expert user, teacher, and support person, I have extensive proficiency in various software applications. Specifically, I am highly skilled in Adobe Suite products - Premiere Pro, Photoshop, Bridge, Audition, Canon & Nikon Cameras, Microsoft Suite, and Google Workspace. I utilize these tools to teach students how to utilize software effectively for video editing, motion graphics, audio editing, and other aspects of video production.In addition to teaching, I have experience in course development and management using Canvas. I create daily and weekly objectives using Canvas, ensuring that students have a clear understanding of their learning goals and tasks. I also design an online course that includes support materials, such as tutorials, resources, and assignments, to facilitate students' progress and provide additional guidance outside of the classroom.I evaluate and analyze the productions created by students, providing feedback through written and verbal communication. Feedback aims to help students improve their videos, enhance their skills, and achieve their creative potential. I provide guidance on technical aspects, storytelling, editing techniques, and overall production quality.Through my combined teaching abilities, software proficiency, and support skills, I strive to foster a creative and productive learning environment that empowers students to create video projects while acquiring valuable skills. Show less

Development Assistant/Development Database Manager

• Aug 2005 - Aug 2011

Evaluate, implement, support, manage and troubleshoot the Development Office Database System (Raiser's Edge by Blackbaud). Enter, manage and update donor gifts, demographic data and thank you letters on a daily basis along with tracking gifts and financial information on all constituents in the database. Responsible for maintaining the overall accuracy and integrity of the data including input and output, technology management, and end-user training and support. Regularly reviewed and updated the procedures of use of the Raiser's Edge database system. Created and maintained organization user guides for organization standardization of data entry, gift processing, prospect research and relationship management to increase efficiency and enhance department performance. Responsible for the development, maintenance, and standardization of queries, reports and data exports to meet the needs of the school and improve processes for accurate donor record keeping. Timely processing of all gifts and donations; prompt issue of tax receipts, receipt acknowledgment letters and thank you notes for all donations. Maintain database software, ensure timely implementation of updates and provide training to other staff as needed. Train staff on any and all information systems needed to be proficient in their job. Act as a liaison with software providers to resolve problems, meet user needs and attain school objectives. Maintain, implement, support and troubleshoot the integration between Raisers Edge, Blackbaud WebCommunity and the DeLaSalle Website. Provided administrative and logistical support for regular and special events; donor mailings, event registrations and reservations, gift tracking and accounting, payments and day-of-event technology support. Manage, troubleshoot, implement and evaluate the Development Auction Database. Design development event invitations & advertisements using Adobe InDesign and Photoshop. Manage and troubleshoot the Gala auction checkout. Show less

Cross Country Assistant Coach - Boys' & Girls' (JV & Varsity)

• Aug 2006 - Oct 2010

Boys' & Girls' Track and Field Coach (JV & Varsity)

• Mar 2003 - Jun 2010

JV Boys' Soccer Coach

• Aug 2002 - Oct 2005

Banquet Server

• Mar 2009 - Dec 2016

U18 Girls' Head Coach

• Apr 2009 - Aug 2009

Girls' Head Coach

• Nov 2002 - Aug 2007

Development Associate

• Dec 2004 - Aug 2005

Evaluate, implement, support, manage and troubleshoot the Development Office Database System (FileMaker Pro). While overseeing the daily operations of the FileMaker Pro database. Enter, manage and update donor gifts, demographic data and thank you letters on a daily basis along with tracking gifts and financial information on all constituents in the database. Responsible for maintaining the overall accuracy and integrity of the data including input and output, technology management, and end-user training and support. Responsible for the development, maintenance, and standardization of queries, reports and data exports to meet the needs of the school and improve processes for accurate donor record keeping. Timely processing of all gifts and donations; prompt issue of tax receipts, receipt acknowledgment letters and thank you notes for all donations. Provided administrative and logistical support for regular and special events, including donor mailings, event registrations and reservations, gift tracking and accounting, payments and day-of-event technology support. Manage, troubleshoot, implement and evaluate the Development Auction Database. Design the Gala auction program using Microsoft Word. Manage and troubleshoot the Gala auction checkout. Show less