Savannah Connor
Saint Stephen,MN
Summary
Dynamic Scrum Master with a proven track record at Booz Allen Hamilton, enhancing team efficiency through Agile methodologies and effective project management. Skilled in sprint planning and Agile coaching, I foster collaboration and resolve conflicts, leading to increased project success and a supportive team environment. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Scrum Master
Booz Allen Hamilton
05.2023 - Current
- Improved team efficiency by implementing Agile and Scrum methodologies for project management.
- Facilitated Scrum framework – sprint planning, backlog grooming, daily scrums, sprint reviews, and sprint retrospectives.
- Collaborated with Product Owners to refine requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
- Collaborated with product owners, team members, technologists, and other scrum masters to define solutions and drive progress.
- Managed product backlog effectively, prioritizing high-value items for faster completion.
- Coached cross-functional teams on Agile principles, leading to an increase in successful project deliveries.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives through regular retrospective meetings with the team.
- Resolved conflicts and facilitated open communication among team members, promoting a healthy work environment.
- Streamlined and optimized workflow and communication by implementing Agile frameworks.
- Mentored junior team members on Scrum best practices, fostering their professional growth within the organization.
Teacher
Berkeley County School District
05.2015 - 05.2023
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
Education
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision
Charleston Southern University
Charleston, SC05-2018
Skills
- Agile metrics tracking
- Agile coaching
- Project management
- Sprint planning
- Meeting facilitation
- Risk identification
- Scrum framework expertise
Certification
- Certified Scrum Master
- Certified SAFe 6 Agilist
Timeline
Scrum Master
Booz Allen Hamilton
05.2023 - Current
Teacher
Berkeley County School District
05.2015 - 05.2023
Master of Arts - Administration And Supervision
Charleston Southern University
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