ANNIKA HARDER
Santa Ynez,CA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a Master of Arts in Mathematics, proficient in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Expertise in data collection, validation, and analysis supports informed decision-making and program development. Ability to collaborate across teams and communicate analytical findings effectively enhances educational projects.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Specialist
Santa Ynez Chumash Learning Center
09.2021 - Current
- Develop grant proposals, supporting documentation, and reports for funded programs.
- Research and evaluate grant funding opportunities through quantitative and qualitative analysis.
- Design and implement organizational systems that improve data accuracy, record management, and reporting efficiency.
- Utilize data to inform organizational decision-making and program improvement efforts.
- Collected, managed, validated, and analyzed educational and student data to enhance program planning and reporting.
- Maintained educational databases and student records, ensuring compliance with program requirements and enhancing data integrity.
- Prepare reports and documentation for leadership, stakeholders, and funding agencies.
- Coordinated communications and information sharing between departments and community members to streamline collaboration and resource sharing.
Adjunct Professor of Mathematics
Allan Hancock College
08.2022 - Current
- Instructed college-level mathematics courses as the instructor of record.
- Developed lesson plans, assessments, and examinations that enhanced student engagement and aligned with learning outcomes.
- Analyzed student performance data to inform instructional strategies and foster improved student success.
- Explained mathematical concepts in clear terms to students in various classes.
- Provided academic support and coaching that increased student achievement and retention rates.
Research Assistant
WestEd
05.2021 - 08.2024
- Conducted quantitative and qualitative research to enhance educational, Tribal, and community-based initiatives.
- Collected, organized, cleaned, and analyzed data from multiple educational and organizational sources.
- Assisted in preparing grant applications through targeted research, data analysis, and clear technical writing.
- Supported research projects by developing reports, summaries, and data-driven recommendations.
- Facilitated focus groups and synthesized findings into actionable reports for project stakeholders.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to support large-scale research and evaluation efforts.
- Maintained comprehensive project documentation and quality control procedures.
Teaching Assistant
California State University, Sacramento
08.2020 - 05.2021
- Instructed Math 12, enhancing student readiness for Pre-Calculus coursework.
- Created lesson plans and instructional materials to support student success.
- Provided individualized academic support and tutoring.
- Developed and administered assessments, providing insights into student learning outcomes.
- Maintained accurate records, identifying trends in student performance data to inform instructional strategies.
Education
Master of Legal Studies - Indigenous Peoples Law
University of Oklahoma
08-2026
Master of Arts - Mathematics
California State University, Sacramento
05-2021
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Millersville University
12-2017
Skills
- Statistical Analysis
- Quantitative & Qualitative Research
- Data Collection and Management
- Research Methodology
- Data Cleaning & Validation
- Data Validation
- Data Aggregation
- Data Management & Reporting
- Large-Scale Data Management
- Data Reporting & Visualization
- Descriptive Statistics
- Technical Writing
- Process Improvement
- Project Coordination
- Analytical Problem Solving
- Research Design and Methodology
- Educational Assessment Data
- Quantitative Analysis
- Qualitative Analysis
- Data Documentation
- Dataset Documentation
- Reporting and Documentation
- Programming & Statistical Software
- Python programming
- R programming
- Linux
- Microsoft Office
- Advanced Excel skills
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
- Organizational & Time Management
- Team Collaboration
- Communication of Complex Concepts
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft Outlook
RESEARCH HIGHLIGHTS
- Graduate-level mathematical research experience.
- Presentation of original mathematical research at the Joint Mathematics Meetings.
- Experience collecting, organizing, validating, and reporting data for educational and research initiatives.
- Extensive experience preparing technical reports, documentation, and research summaries.
- Strong foundation in statistical reasoning, advanced mathematics, and analytical problem-solving.
Timeline
Adjunct Professor of Mathematics
Allan Hancock College
08.2022 - Current
Program Specialist
Santa Ynez Chumash Learning Center
09.2021 - Current
Research Assistant
WestEd
05.2021 - 08.2024
Teaching Assistant
California State University, Sacramento
08.2020 - 05.2021
Master of Legal Studies - Indigenous Peoples Law
University of Oklahoma
Master of Arts - Mathematics
California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics
Millersville University