Kristen Stonesifer

Experience

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  Community College of Baltimore County

  Jan 2014 - Jun 2014

  Peer Tutor

  • Facilitated student learning by helping to clarify specific course content• Promoted the use of appropriate study strategies• Consulted with faculty for course resources, guidance, and direction

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  Mathnasium - The Math Learning Center

  Sept 2015 - Mar 2020

  • Managed sales to new customers by building trust in the program, responded to leads promptly, enrolled new students, and ultimately increased registrations by 100%• Administered assessments and properly diagnosed learning gaps in order to develop individualized learning plans• Participated in local marketing events with numerous schools, small businesses, and organizations• Screened, hired, trained, motivated, and developed employees to effectively staff the center for maximum student engagement and efficiency Show less

  • Lead Instructor

    Sept 2018 - Mar 2020

  • Center Director

    Sept 2017 - Aug 2018

  • Instructor

    Sept 2015 - Aug 2017
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  Catalyte

  Mar 2020 - Jul 2022

  Key Contributions:• Supported technical trainers in preparation, execution, and assessment of Catalyte's entry-level software development training program, ensuring efficient delivery and optimal learning outcomes.• Facilitated training and development of 150 students in specialized program while serving as Teaching Assistant, showcasing strong mentorship and educational skills.• Designed and delivered comprehensive curriculum for development basics module, encompassing key topics, such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and essential soft skills for developers, significantly enhancing learner engagement and skill acquisition.• Developed bespoke add-on for Google Sheets, enabling Training Team to visualize and monitor progress of associates in Udemy course, streamlining progress tracking and facilitating targeted support. Show less

  • Software Developer

    Aug 2020 - Jul 2022

  • Training Assistant

    Aug 2020 - Mar 2021

  • Software Developer Apprentice

    Mar 2020 - Aug 2020
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  CompTIA

  Mar 2021 - Jun 2021

  Business Analyst

  My stint as a Business Analyst at CompTIA was all about engineering an all-in-one Enterprise Resource Planning solution. This involved integrating CRM systems like iMIS and Microsoft Dynamics 365 with top-notch data visualization tools like Microsoft Power BI and Tableau. The goal? To dramatically improve how businesses operate and make decisions. It was a project that really highlighted the power of technology in transforming business processes.My Key Contributions for this role:• Successfully conducted comprehensive meetings with all departments at CompTIA, including Legal, Sales, Marketing, IT, and HR, to thoroughly understand and assess unique business requirements.• Spearheaded creation of extensive Requirements Traceability Matrix, detailing critical components for CRM system to ensure it meets diverse needs of all teams aimed at establishing unified CRM platform, providing singular, accurate, and up-to-date source of truth for all departments.• Executed cleansing of data in existing CRM systems, paving way for seamless integration of data from two distinct sources into one consolidated system; crucial for the effective merger and accuracy of CRM data. Show less

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  SEO (Sponsors for Educational Opportunity)

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Software Engineering Teaching Assistant

  As a Teaching Assistant in the SEO Tech Developer program, I teamed up with educators to guide students in building full-stack web applications. We used an array of tools - Python, Flask, MySQL, HTML, CSS, and Pytest. It was incredibly rewarding to see the students grow in their technical skills and become ready to take on the tech world.My Key Contributions for this role:• Collaborated with lead instructor to implement the provided curriculum using interactive learning platform Codio, enhancing educational experience for students.• Played pivotal role in preparing students for successful careers in tech industry, evidenced by alumni securing internships at prestigious companies, such as Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon.• Worked closely with stakeholders to evaluate and improve program effectiveness, involving grading student assignments and providing constructive feedback on their projects.• Brought high level of enthusiasm for learning, coupled with ability to inspire and mentor underrepresented individuals, fostering growth in software engineering skills. Show less

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  84.51˚

  Nov 2021 - Jun 2022

  Software Engineer

  In another chapter as a Software Engineer, I had the opportunity to design and launch new features for a client-facing app. This involved getting hands-on with Java/Spring Boot, AngularJS, and MongoDB. The result? A notable leap in both the app's performance and the satisfaction of our users.My Key Contributions for this role:• Refactored SpringBoot API and MongoDB database interactions, achieving 100% improvement in data loading and fetching speeds for main page.• Developed app for Kroger Precision Marketing, enhancing sales for 2,000 brands in 2,800 stores with 51% fewer impressions, showcasing efficiency in marketing solutions.• Introduced automated frontend testing using Cypress, establishing robust framework to ensure software reliability and efficiency.• Expanded functionality of Angular-based webpage by integrating range of features using proprietary frontend component library, including charts, tables, loading spinners, icons, and various button designs. Show less

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  Wiley

  Aug 2022 - Nov 2023

  Software Engineer

  As a Software Engineer, I got to lead the way in developing software using a mix of Perl, SQL, JavaScript, HTML, XML, and Linux. This was all about boosting the functionality and feel of several web applications that our customers interacted with. I had a blast working with SQL queries, making data transfer smoother and more precise. And yes, I made sure every bit of my code was documented - this really helped everyone on the team stay on the same page, technical or not.My Key Contributions for this role:• Updated hundreds of HTML webpages to comply with Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) standards, enhancing usability and accessibility for diverse user groups.• Successfully executed 100+ custom Perl configurations for clients, contributing to a comprehensive portfolio of 5000+ configurations across various client sites, demonstrating expertise in client-specific solution development.• Configured XML to streamline data transfer and export processes, enabling seamless integration with Microsoft products (Excel and Word) and effective data sharing with clients' external partner sites. Show less

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  Netwerx, LLC

  Jan 2024 - now

  Software Development Engineer