Top Talent like Sydney are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sydney Jarrard

Project Manager • Operations Manager • Data Analyst • Denver, CO, US
Project Management
Cross-functional collaboration
Data Analysis
Risk Management
Notion
Program Management
Time Management
Project Planning
Communication
Microsoft Suite
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles
Project Manager | Expert in Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data-Driven Decision Making, & Process Optimization
I’m the project manager you call when you need big ideas turned into actionable results. Whether it’s leading a digital transformation for an EdTech startup and third-party client implemented in 34 schools across the state of CA or managing educational programming impacting 40,000+ students, I specialize in taking complex challenges and turning them into streamlined, measurable successes. With experience spanning startups, international programs, and nonprofit initiatives, I combine data-driven strategies with seamless stakeholder collaboration to deliver high-impact outcomes. From boosting user engagement by 30% in an EdTech product launch to driving a 60% increase in program engagement in Austria, I thrive in environments where innovation, precision, and empathetic collaboration are key. What I Bring to the Table: - Impact-Driven Leadership: I turn vision into execution, managing cross-functional teams to deliver on time, within scope, and above expectations. - Global Expertise: My work with organizations like the Peace Corps and Fulbright Austria has sharpened my ability to navigate cross-cultural environments and align diverse stakeholders. - Problem-Solving Powerhouse: Whether building strategic plans impacting entire networks of schools, resolving 17+ technical issues in a single project, or optimizing team workflows to save 10+ hours weekly, I’m committed to creating solutions that last. I’m passionate about tackling challenges, delivering for end users, and transforming ideas into meaningful outcomes that drive growth and innovation. Let’s connect and explore how I can help bring your next big project to life.

Projects

B2C Project

At CanopyEd, I spearheaded a state-wide initiative with a third-party client the Louisiana Department of Education. The project developed a remedial literacy curriculum for 4th graders, impacting over 40,000 students and educators in its first two years. This project not only addressed critical literacy gaps but also demonstrated how education technology can scale equitable solutions at a state level that meet both state- and district-level requirements. By leveraging our newly developed learning management system software, we aligned with stakeholders to deliver on a tight timeline, ensuring meaningful and improved outcomes for students while saving teacher time. The project involved three key stages: Phase 1: Strategic alignment and stakeholder collaboration Phase 2: Curriculum development and integration with cross-functional team management Phase 3: Implementation, feedback, and scalingSee More

Work History

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Project Manager

Canopy EdKey Achievements: ● Enhanced User Engagement: Boosted user engagement by 30% through strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and seamless execution of product launches, improving retention and adoption rates. ● Managed Large-Scale Projects: Directed a statewide tutoring curriculum project impacting 40,000+ students, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and delivering results on time. ● Resource & Timeline Management: Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced startup environment, consistently meeting tight deadlines and optimizing resource allocation. Leadership & Problem-Solving: ● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Streamlined communication between teams and end users, ensuring clear prioritization of requirements and enhancements that boosted product retention rates. ● Technical Issue Resolution: Coordinated resolution of 17+ complex technical issues, leveraging data collection and user feedback to implement improvements that enhanced functionality and user satisfaction. Skills: Stakeholder Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Mitigation, Trello, Smartsheet
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ELA Team Lead & Teacher

STRIVE PrepAug 2020 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 11 mosKey Achievements: ● Workflow Optimization: Optimized workflows, reducing workload by 4+ hours per week for 10+ educators and improving efficiency. ● Program Design & Engagement: Boosted student engagement by 55% through strategic curriculum initiatives aligned with organizational objectives. ● Data-Driven Decision Making: Conducted extensive research and analysis to drive a 22% increase in student growth and a 15% improvement in standardized test scores. ● Stakeholder Collaboration: Secured $5,000 in funding for summer programs benefiting 300+ students and aligned departmental goals with institutional objectives by collaborating with educators, administrators, and external stakeholders. Skills: Leadership, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Communication, MS Office Suite, Planning & Execution
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Project Manager

Peace CorpsSep 2019 - Aug 2020 • 1 yrKey Achievements: ● Program Management: Designed and implemented projects impacting 1,500+ students, including a large-scale community library initiative, by overseeing grant applications, budgeting, and stakeholder alignment. ● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with USAID, local government offices, and health centers to ensure alignment with both U.S. and Rwandan objectives, fostering smooth execution across all phases. ● Training & Development: Facilitated professional development for 20+ educators through in-person training sessions, resulting in improved educational outcomes and program scalability. Leadership & Strategic Planning: ● Resource Allocation: Maximized impact by managing grant-funded resources efficiently, ensuring optimal utilization for high-priority initiatives. ● Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinated between international organizations, local governments, and community members to address needs, resolve conflicts, and achieve shared goals. Skills: Project Management, Resource Coordination, Cross-Cultural Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution
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Program Manager

Fulbright AustriaSep 2018 - Jun 2019 • 10 mosKey Achievements: ● Program Development & Management: Designed and managed educational programs for 2,000+ students, achieving a 60% increase in engagement and a 33% improvement in outcomes through strategic planning and cross-departmental collaboration. ● Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraged data collection and analysis to inform program strategies, aligning efforts with Fulbright Austria and U.S. government objectives to exceed key performance indicators. ● Budget & Stakeholder Management: Directed budget planning and resource allocation, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders across international and local organizations. Leadership & Collaboration: ● Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinated efforts between educators, administrators, and external partners to deliver impactful programs and maintain alignment with organizational goals. ● Creative Problem-Solving: Developed scalable solutions by integrating user feedback and data insights, improving program outcomes. Skills: Program Management, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Fluent German
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English Co-Teacher and Volunteer

Praxis-Neue Mittelschule der PH SteiermarkOct 2018 - May 2019 • 8 mosWorked as an English co-teacher and volunteer, contributing to the educational development of students by assisting in classroom activities and supporting teachers in lesson planning and execution.

Education

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University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Arts - BA, German Language and Literature2013 - 2018
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University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Music - BM, Piano Performance2013 - 2018
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Landeskonservatorium Kärten

Study Abroad, Music2017
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Universität Klagenfurt

Study Abroad, German Studies2017

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Project Manager | Expert in Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data-Driven Decision Making, & Process Optimization
I’m the project manager you call when you need big ideas turned into actionable results. Whether it’s leading a digital transformation for an EdTech startup and third-party client implemented in 34 schools across the state of CA or managing educational programming impacting 40,000+ students, I specialize in taking complex challenges and turning them into streamlined, measurable successes. With experience spanning startups, international programs, and nonprofit initiatives, I combine data-driven strategies with seamless stakeholder collaboration to deliver high-impact outcomes. From boosting user engagement by 30% in an EdTech product launch to driving a 60% increase in program engagement in Austria, I thrive in environments where innovation, precision, and empathetic collaboration are key. What I Bring to the Table: - Impact-Driven Leadership: I turn vision into execution, managing cross-functional teams to deliver on time, within scope, and above expectations. - Global Expertise: My work with organizations like the Peace Corps and Fulbright Austria has sharpened my ability to navigate cross-cultural environments and align diverse stakeholders. - Problem-Solving Powerhouse: Whether building strategic plans impacting entire networks of schools, resolving 17+ technical issues in a single project, or optimizing team workflows to save 10+ hours weekly, I’m committed to creating solutions that last. I’m passionate about tackling challenges, delivering for end users, and transforming ideas into meaningful outcomes that drive growth and innovation. Let’s connect and explore how I can help bring your next big project to life.

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Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
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Top Talent like Sydney are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specilaized talent, while giving talent more flexibilty and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Sydney Jarrard

Project Manager • Operations Manager • Data Analyst • Denver, CO, US
Project Management
Cross-functional collaboration
Data Analysis
Risk Management
Notion
Program Management
Time Management
Project Planning
Communication
Microsoft Suite
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Full-Time Roles

Projects

B2C Project

At CanopyEd, I spearheaded a state-wide initiative with a third-party client the Louisiana Department of Education. The project developed a remedial literacy curriculum for 4th graders, impacting over 40,000 students and educators in its first two years. This project not only addressed critical literacy gaps but also demonstrated how education technology can scale equitable solutions at a state level that meet both state- and district-level requirements. By leveraging our newly developed learning management system software, we aligned with stakeholders to deliver on a tight timeline, ensuring meaningful and improved outcomes for students while saving teacher time. The project involved three key stages: Phase 1: Strategic alignment and stakeholder collaboration Phase 2: Curriculum development and integration with cross-functional team management Phase 3: Implementation, feedback, and scaling

Work History

C

Project Manager

Canopy EdKey Achievements: ● Enhanced User Engagement: Boosted user engagement by 30% through strategic planning, stakeholder alignment, and seamless execution of product launches, improving retention and adoption rates. ● Managed Large-Scale Projects: Directed a statewide tutoring curriculum project impacting 40,000+ students, ensuring alignment with educational objectives and delivering results on time. ● Resource & Timeline Management: Successfully managed multiple high-priority projects in a fast-paced startup environment, consistently meeting tight deadlines and optimizing resource allocation. Leadership & Problem-Solving: ● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Streamlined communication between teams and end users, ensuring clear prioritization of requirements and enhancements that boosted product retention rates. ● Technical Issue Resolution: Coordinated resolution of 17+ complex technical issues, leveraging data collection and user feedback to implement improvements that enhanced functionality and user satisfaction. Skills: Stakeholder Management, Strategic Decision-Making, Risk Mitigation, Trello, Smartsheet
S

ELA Team Lead & Teacher

STRIVE PrepAug 2020 - Jun 2022 • 1 yr 11 mosKey Achievements: ● Workflow Optimization: Optimized workflows, reducing workload by 4+ hours per week for 10+ educators and improving efficiency. ● Program Design & Engagement: Boosted student engagement by 55% through strategic curriculum initiatives aligned with organizational objectives. ● Data-Driven Decision Making: Conducted extensive research and analysis to drive a 22% increase in student growth and a 15% improvement in standardized test scores. ● Stakeholder Collaboration: Secured $5,000 in funding for summer programs benefiting 300+ students and aligned departmental goals with institutional objectives by collaborating with educators, administrators, and external stakeholders. Skills: Leadership, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Communication, MS Office Suite, Planning & Execution
P

Project Manager

Peace CorpsSep 2019 - Aug 2020 • 1 yrKey Achievements: ● Program Management: Designed and implemented projects impacting 1,500+ students, including a large-scale community library initiative, by overseeing grant applications, budgeting, and stakeholder alignment. ● Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partnered with USAID, local government offices, and health centers to ensure alignment with both U.S. and Rwandan objectives, fostering smooth execution across all phases. ● Training & Development: Facilitated professional development for 20+ educators through in-person training sessions, resulting in improved educational outcomes and program scalability. Leadership & Strategic Planning: ● Resource Allocation: Maximized impact by managing grant-funded resources efficiently, ensuring optimal utilization for high-priority initiatives. ● Stakeholder Engagement: Coordinated between international organizations, local governments, and community members to address needs, resolve conflicts, and achieve shared goals. Skills: Project Management, Resource Coordination, Cross-Cultural Collaboration, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution
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Program Manager

Fulbright AustriaSep 2018 - Jun 2019 • 10 mosKey Achievements: ● Program Development & Management: Designed and managed educational programs for 2,000+ students, achieving a 60% increase in engagement and a 33% improvement in outcomes through strategic planning and cross-departmental collaboration. ● Data-Driven Decision Making: Leveraged data collection and analysis to inform program strategies, aligning efforts with Fulbright Austria and U.S. government objectives to exceed key performance indicators. ● Budget & Stakeholder Management: Directed budget planning and resource allocation, ensuring seamless communication between stakeholders across international and local organizations. Leadership & Collaboration: ● Cross-Functional Communication: Coordinated efforts between educators, administrators, and external partners to deliver impactful programs and maintain alignment with organizational goals. ● Creative Problem-Solving: Developed scalable solutions by integrating user feedback and data insights, improving program outcomes. Skills: Program Management, Data Analysis, Stakeholder Engagement, Strategic Planning, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Fluent German
P

English Co-Teacher and Volunteer

Praxis-Neue Mittelschule der PH SteiermarkOct 2018 - May 2019 • 8 mosWorked as an English co-teacher and volunteer, contributing to the educational development of students by assisting in classroom activities and supporting teachers in lesson planning and execution.

Education

U

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Arts - BA, German Language and Literature2013 - 2018
U

University of North Carolina at Greensboro

Bachelor of Music - BM, Piano Performance2013 - 2018
L

Landeskonservatorium Kärten

Study Abroad, Music2017
U

Universität Klagenfurt

Study Abroad, German Studies2017

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We’ve distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea’s AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company’s niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea’s fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team’s capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We’ve combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that’s unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
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