Zane Rodnick-Smith
**** ***** ***** **** #*** • Austin, TX 78758
512-***-**** • ac0dtp@r.postjobfree.com
Data Analyst
Statistical wizard that can analyze data, draw effective conclusions, and accurately communicate findings that align with business needs. Specialist in predictive analytics, data visualization techniques, and effective reporting. Creative thinker and problem solver able to apply proven methodologies to successfully identify issues and opportunities.
Predictive Analytics
Statistics
Data Visualization
Research/Database Design
Algorithms
Variable Extraction
Project Reporting
Machine Learning
Presentation Skills
Technology: PC/Mac, MS Office, Excel, SQL, R, Python, Tableau, Shiny, Git, SPSS, Minitab, Fathom.
Professional Career History
NYOS Charter School, Austin, Texas 2015-2016
Mathematics Teacher
Instructed 7 classes per day in AP Statistics, Statistics, and Algebra II
Developed curriculum and presentations that were adopted by other teachers in the department
Chosen to develop a brand new course in on-level statistics
Utilized data driven methodologies for analyzing student performance that resulted in more effectively assessing student needs and supporting struggling students
Compiled student test data and created reports for review by administration
Harker Heights High School, Harker Heights, Texas 2014–2015
Mathematics Teacher
Taught classes in Statistics and Algebra II
Designed a new course and curriculum in statistics that met the new state standards and requirements
Researched available data sources and identified sports as a topic that would engage students, resulting in building lesson plans focused around sports data
Instructed students in statistical methods and data visualization techniques
Sylvan Learning, Austin, Texas 2014
Tutor
Assisted in-classroom teachers with student instruction designed to prepare high school math students for the STAAR exam.
Received exemplary reviews and feedback for working well with students and staff and supporting an effective learning environment.
Helped struggling students achieve greater success in math and the majority of students passing the exam
Club Z Tutoring, Austin, Texas 2013–2014
Tutor
Tutored high school students in STEM (Science-Technology-Engineering-Math) subjects and SAT/ACT preparation
Gained a number of repeat clients due to excellent student performance after tutoring
Studypoint, Dallas and Austin, Texas 2012–2014
Tutor
Tutored high school students in STEM subjects and SAT/ACT preparation
Exceeded all metrics for performance laid out by the company
University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas 2010-2012
Research Assistant
Assisted professor with research into Brain and Behavior field
Designed research studies based on eye tracking technologies
Created and analyzed data sets using SPSS, a statistical analysis program
Presented research findings to professor’s satisfaction
University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, Texas 2010-2011
Teaching Assistant
Helped teach classes in psychology and statistics
Helped several struggling students successfully understand difficult topics in statistics
Law Firm of Mary Jones, Austin, Texas 2010
Paralegal
Worked as legal assistant to family law attorney
Worked with lawyer to discern relevant facts about cases, perform legal research, and prepare law documents
Delivered a high level of customer service answering incoming calls and scheduling appointments
Education
Master of Science in Cognition and Neuroscience
University of Texas at Dallas, Richardson, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
Reed College, Portland, Oregon