Carol Pedersen
About Carol Pedersen
Carol Pedersen is a Market Operations Specialist at Varsity Tutors, with a background in education and instructional design. She holds a Master of Education and has experience as an English teacher and writing specialist.
Current Role at Varsity Tutors
Carol Pedersen serves as a Market Operations Specialist at Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy Company, since 2021. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in educational operations to enhance the company's market strategies and improve service delivery. Her responsibilities include analyzing market trends and optimizing operational processes to support the company's growth in the educational sector.
Previous Experience in Education
Before her current position, Carol Pedersen worked as an Instructor Recruitment Specialist at Varsity Tutors from 2019 to 2021. She also served as a Writing Specialist at the School District of Clayton from 2012 to 2013. Her earlier experience includes an internship as an English Teacher at Lutheran High School South in 2011, providing her with a comprehensive background in both classroom teaching and educational recruitment.
Educational Background
Carol Pedersen holds a Master of Education (MEd) in Secondary Education and Teaching - English from Truman State University, where she studied from 2010 to 2012. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in English with a minor in Women's and Gender Studies from the same institution, completing her studies from 2006 to 2010. Additionally, she has pursued various certifications, including Learning Experience Design from Oregon State University and Professional Technical Communication from the University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire.
Skills and Expertise
Carol Pedersen has developed a strong skill set in educational content delivery and course program development. She possesses advanced skills in Google Sheets, which aid in efficient data management and analysis. Her experience in rapid-authoring course programs reflects her ability to enhance educational materials and adapt to the evolving needs of the education sector.
Professional Development and Certifications
In addition to her degrees, Carol Pedersen has completed several certifications to further her professional development. She obtained a Certificate in eLearning Instructional Design and Development from Oregon State University in 2020. This training complements her educational background and enhances her capabilities in designing effective learning experiences.