CARLI ETHRIDGE, PMP
Providence Village
Summary
Strategic Project Manager transitioning from a background in Mathematics Education to Engineering Management. Currently pursuing an M.S. in Engineering Management and holding a PMP certification, I specialize in data-driven decision-making and continuous process improvement. Expert at navigating regulatory compliance and managing international "workstreams." Adept at bridging the gap between technical complexity and stakeholder buy-in to ensure 100% project delivery within scope and schedule.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher, Math (Algebra I)
Little Elm High School
2024.08 - Current
- Spearheaded a data-driven instructional initiative that increased STAAR passing rates from 69.1% to 86.4% within a single academic year through iterative curriculum auditing and resource leveling.
- Developed and executed contingency plans for students "at-risk" of failure, successfully navigating compliance requirements and reducing organizational risk regarding state funding metrics
- Adopted adaptive planning techniques to pivot instructional strategies based on weekly performance sprints, improving overall team (classroom) efficiency.
Teacher, Math (Algebra II)
Hays CISD, Jack C. Hays High School
2018.08 - 2024.06
- Managed weekly communications and reporting for a diverse stakeholder base of 210+ individuals , including primary users (students), external partners (parents), and cross-functional project teams (colleagues).
- Optimized delivery methods for a high-variability environment, utilizing "differentiated instruction" (tailored solutioning) to ensure 100% project accessibility for 20–30 team members with specialized requirements.
- Engineered and maintained a collaborative "worksite" environment, fostering a culture of inclusive problem-solving and accountability that increased team engagement and productivity.
Teacher
Colegio Las Palmas
2015.08 - 2017.06
- Developed and executed integrated weekly project plans across three distinct "workstreams" (English, Science, Mathematics), utilizing adaptive methodologies to support a diverse team with varying technical proficiencies.
- Acted as a cultural liaison, bridging the gap between international standards and local customs through active community engagement and culturally-competent project delivery.
- Designed and implemented a performance-tracking system that incentivized "ambitious yet attainable" goals, resulting in a measurable increase in linguistic proficiency and team morale.
Education
Engineering Management
University of North Texas
Denton, TX2026-12
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Minor in Management
Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TXSkills
- Project lifecycle management
- Data analysis & visualizing
- Scope & schedule management
- Risk mitigation
- Resource leveling & allocation
- Stakeholder engagement
- Cross-functional communication
- Conflict resolution
Certification
Project Management Professional (PMP)
Project Management Institute (PMI)
- License Number: 4320641
ACTIVITIES/HONORS
Hays High School Teacher of the Year, 2022-2023, Nominated Hays High School Teacher of the Year, 2018-2019, PTA President, board member, chairperson for Fundraising and Track and Field Day, Girl Scout Troop Leader, 4 years, Board Member, Paint and Play Pre-School Board of Directors, 2 years
Timeline
Teacher, Math (Algebra I)
Little Elm High School
2024.08 - Current
Teacher, Math (Algebra II)
Hays CISD, Jack C. Hays High School
2018.08 - 2024.06
Teacher
Colegio Las Palmas
2015.08 - 2017.06
Bachelor of Science - Mathematics, Minor in Management
Tarleton State University
Engineering Management
University of North Texas