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I love poetry: deciphering complex language, decoding metaphors, finding patterns, and relating those back to cultural context. I also love to share those insights with others. After pursuing a PhD in Medieval English Literature and then joining the noble ranks of public education teachers, I want a new role in product management, where I can decipher, decode, and share insights as I think about business and market contexts.

As a teacher with a decade of experience, I problem solve under pressure. As in an agile environment, I work toward deadlines like state assessments while continually reprioritizing lessons as obstacles arise. I have also developed a strong sense of empathy: I listen closely to students to discern their needs and gaps in understanding, just as I would need to do with users and team members alike. As a result, my students meet or exceed growth on state assessments year after year.

While earning my PhD, I demonstrated that I can design and execute a long term project while managing time and resources. I am an expert communicator, both oral and written, as I often presented to peers and experts in my field. Finally, I have a deep understanding of research processes.

I am seeking a new role as a product manager with an educational technology company that shares my commitment to equity in education. You can find my portfolio at www.shannonmeyerpm.com.

My key skills include:
Data-driven decision making
Written and oral communication
Empathy
Task prioritization
Research
Problem solving