Erin Thomas
Middleburg,FL
Summary
Program manager with a background in learning & development and educational technology, experienced in leading large‑scale initiatives that require coordination, compliance, and stakeholder alignment. Known for translating complex requirements into executable plans, driving continuous improvement through data, and supporting educator adoption of emerging technologies, including responsible AI use.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Technology Innovation Program Manager
Duval County Public School District
Jacksonville, FL
08.2023 - Current
- Coordinated grant-funded technology innovation programs serving thousands of students, with a focus on ultra:me—an education innovation and research initiative that provided inclusive game-based STEM instruction to 4,760 students
- Led the development and execution of district-wide professional learning initiatives focused on instructional enhancement, facilitating 156 sessions and training 280 educators
- Collaborated on the creation of multi-tiered AI literacy programs, integrating practical applications and discussion-based reflections to bolster educator confidence in utilizing AI tools
- Established comprehensive evaluation and participation tracking protocols to accurately document program completion and drive ongoing enhancements in professional learning across the district
Assessment Project Coordinator
Duval County Public School District
Jacksonville, FL
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Led end‑to‑end coordination of school‑wide assessment initiatives, overseeing planning, execution, compliance, and issue resolution for a rigorous, accelerated academic program
- Developed and managed detailed testing plans, including room logistics, staffing assignments, schedules, and contingency planning for technical and operational issues
- Served as the primary liaison between the school, district, and state assessment teams to ensure alignment, compliance, and timely execution of all testing requirements
- Oversaw the implementation of testing accommodations, ensuring alignment with state, district, and individual student documentation to promote equitable assessment opportunities
Learning and Development Coordinator
Duval County Public School District
Jacksonville, FL
08.2014 - 08.2022
- Designed and scaled choral learning program within a school of 750 students, driving engagement through structured auditioning processes that supported up to 80 students per cycle
- Orchestrated and implemented audition placement and instructional strategies aimed at recognizing student strengths and fostering individualized musical growth.
- Cultivated external collaboration with Florida State University’s Capital Children’s Choir to broaden program impact via mentorship and joint performances.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL05.2014
Skills
- Project Planning & Development
- Stakeholder Engagement & Communication
- Risk Assessment & Mitigation
- Agile & Waterfall Methodologies
- KPI Tracking & Performance Analysis
- Process Mapping & Improvement
- Change Management & Adaptability
- Data-Driven Decision Making
- Learning Management Systems (LMS)
- Schedule & Task Management
- Documentation & Reporting
- Cross-Functional Team Leadership
Certification
- CAPM: Certified Associate in Project Management, Project Management Institute, 2025
- Effective Communication, University of Colorado Boulder, 2024
- Project Management, Coursera: Google Career, 2023
Timeline
Technology Innovation Program Manager
Duval County Public School District
08.2023 - Current
Assessment Project Coordinator
Duval County Public School District
08.2022 - 08.2023
Learning and Development Coordinator
Duval County Public School District
08.2014 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Music Education
Florida State University