Top Talent like Ruthie are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility 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.

Ruthie M.

AI & Machine Learning Engineer
Data Analyst
Recruitment Specialist
English Language Learning (ELL)
Onboarding
Leadership
Coaching
Proofreading
Machine Learning
Technical Writing
Content Development
Mentoring
Transcription
AI
Interviewing
Recruiting
English
Academic Tutoring
Editing
Writing
Academic Papers
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Large Language Model Specialist | Educational Content Developer
Ruthie Igwe McGraw is a creative, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic individual with 15 years of experience in education, academic coaching, and curriculum development. She is passionate about education and helping others better themselves, with expertise in data annotation, quality assurance, and instructional content creation to enhance AI model performance. Her diverse knowledge across various fields and innovative approach make her a valuable contributor to AI training initiatives.

Work History

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LLM Specialist

AppenOct 2024 - Feb 2025 • 5 mosContributed to the training of large language models (LLMs) to improve accuracy, performance, and alignment with client requirements. Conducted model evaluation and quality assurance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing data-driven solutions. Created detailed documentation for methodologies ensuring transparency and simplifying complex instructions. Applied expertise in writing, communication, and problem-solving to optimize model performance while maintaining ethical considerations related to data privacy and fairness. Managed projects efficiently, balancing deadlines and workload, in a remote environment.
I

Artificial Intelligence Trainer (AI)

Independent ContractorOct 2023 - Oct 2024 • 1 yr 1 moGenerated user prompts and created rubrics based on instructions to refine & train AI-generated responses. Conducted data annotation, quality assurance, and performance evaluations to enhance AI model outputs. Evaluated human-written instructions based on rubric and provided feedback on content in regard to accuracy, criteria, and grammar.
T

Online Success Coach/Enrollment/English Instructor (Adults & K-12)

Texas Success Academy, LLCOct 2018 - Nov 2024 • 6 yrs 2 mosHelp to improve the academic performance of nontraditional (adult students) and K-12 students through an online platform. Monitor student progress to ensure students are effectively progressing towards their set academic goals. Identify and assist students who may need additional help or academic interventions. Create engaging, real-world activities and materials for adult and K-12 students. Provide assistance to students through email, phone, or video. Respond to all student and parent questions. Collaborate with all staff members & departments to ensure the success of all students.
P

Assessment Scoring Assistant

PearsonFeb 2022 - Jul 2024 • 2 yrs 6 mosSupport the evaluation and scoring process of standardized tests ensuring compliance with scoring procedures and maintain confidentiality throughout the process. Use rubric to score assessments and assist in verifying the accuracy of scores and other data, and report any discrepancies or issues to the scoring supervisor.
V

Tutor Engagement Specialist

Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy CompanyJul 2021 - Jan 2023 • 1 yr 7 mosFacilitated the placement of highly qualified tutors with students/clients through thorough research, interviews, and profile reviews. Conducted initial screenings to evaluate candidate qualifications and conduct tutor onboarding. Adapted effectively to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
G

Teacher

Grand Prairie ISDAug 2013 - Jul 2019 • 6 yrsCreate and ensure a positive and nurturing learning environment that promotes academic and character development for all students. Collaborate with grade level team to plan lessons and/or units. Emphasize literacy by providing reading instruction which includes shared, guided, and independent reading as well as literacy strategy lessons, engaging literacy centers, and vocabulary instruction. Implement and monitor ongoing formal and informal student learning assessments for data which is used to drive lesson planning, differentiation, and instruction. Integrate math, science, and social studies with literacy daily. Ensure learning and curriculum is compliant with state standards. Serve on various school committees as well as assist with student clubs (campus improvement council, school design team, karaoke club sponsor). Complete on-going professional development and independent work as needed.
T

Teacher Selector

The New Teacher ProjectNov 2012 - May 2013 • 7 mosUsed the TNTP Selection Model to interview and select candidates for DFW schools; provided feedback to candidates on teaching samples. Documented decisions and rationale on all potential candidates. Complete on-going professional development and independent work as needed.

Education

W

Walden University

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration2010 - 2018
C

Concordia University Ann Arbor

Master’s Degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General2008 - 2010
S

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor’s Degree, Education2005 - 2008

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

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Large Language Model Specialist | Educational Content Developer
Ruthie Igwe McGraw is a creative, detail-oriented, and enthusiastic individual with 15 years of experience in education, academic coaching, and curriculum development. She is passionate about education and helping others better themselves, with expertise in data annotation, quality assurance, and instructional content creation to enhance AI model performance. Her diverse knowledge across various fields and innovative approach make her a valuable contributor to AI training initiatives.

Talk with a Talent Expert

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

Top Talent like Ruthie are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility 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.

Ruthie M.

AI & Machine Learning Engineer
Data Analyst
Recruitment Specialist
English Language Learning (ELL)
Onboarding
Leadership
Coaching
Proofreading
Machine Learning
Technical Writing
Content Development
Mentoring
Transcription
AI
Interviewing
Recruiting
English
Academic Tutoring
Editing
Writing
Academic Papers
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

A

LLM Specialist

AppenOct 2024 - Feb 2025 • 5 mosContributed to the training of large language models (LLMs) to improve accuracy, performance, and alignment with client requirements. Conducted model evaluation and quality assurance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing data-driven solutions. Created detailed documentation for methodologies ensuring transparency and simplifying complex instructions. Applied expertise in writing, communication, and problem-solving to optimize model performance while maintaining ethical considerations related to data privacy and fairness. Managed projects efficiently, balancing deadlines and workload, in a remote environment.
I

Artificial Intelligence Trainer (AI)

Independent ContractorOct 2023 - Oct 2024 • 1 yr 1 moGenerated user prompts and created rubrics based on instructions to refine & train AI-generated responses. Conducted data annotation, quality assurance, and performance evaluations to enhance AI model outputs. Evaluated human-written instructions based on rubric and provided feedback on content in regard to accuracy, criteria, and grammar.
T

Online Success Coach/Enrollment/English Instructor (Adults & K-12)

Texas Success Academy, LLCOct 2018 - Nov 2024 • 6 yrs 2 mosHelp to improve the academic performance of nontraditional (adult students) and K-12 students through an online platform. Monitor student progress to ensure students are effectively progressing towards their set academic goals. Identify and assist students who may need additional help or academic interventions. Create engaging, real-world activities and materials for adult and K-12 students. Provide assistance to students through email, phone, or video. Respond to all student and parent questions. Collaborate with all staff members & departments to ensure the success of all students.
P

Assessment Scoring Assistant

PearsonFeb 2022 - Jul 2024 • 2 yrs 6 mosSupport the evaluation and scoring process of standardized tests ensuring compliance with scoring procedures and maintain confidentiality throughout the process. Use rubric to score assessments and assist in verifying the accuracy of scores and other data, and report any discrepancies or issues to the scoring supervisor.
V

Tutor Engagement Specialist

Varsity Tutors, a Nerdy CompanyJul 2021 - Jan 2023 • 1 yr 7 mosFacilitated the placement of highly qualified tutors with students/clients through thorough research, interviews, and profile reviews. Conducted initial screenings to evaluate candidate qualifications and conduct tutor onboarding. Adapted effectively to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
G

Teacher

Grand Prairie ISDAug 2013 - Jul 2019 • 6 yrsCreate and ensure a positive and nurturing learning environment that promotes academic and character development for all students. Collaborate with grade level team to plan lessons and/or units. Emphasize literacy by providing reading instruction which includes shared, guided, and independent reading as well as literacy strategy lessons, engaging literacy centers, and vocabulary instruction. Implement and monitor ongoing formal and informal student learning assessments for data which is used to drive lesson planning, differentiation, and instruction. Integrate math, science, and social studies with literacy daily. Ensure learning and curriculum is compliant with state standards. Serve on various school committees as well as assist with student clubs (campus improvement council, school design team, karaoke club sponsor). Complete on-going professional development and independent work as needed.
T

Teacher Selector

The New Teacher ProjectNov 2012 - May 2013 • 7 mosUsed the TNTP Selection Model to interview and select candidates for DFW schools; provided feedback to candidates on teaching samples. Documented decisions and rationale on all potential candidates. Complete on-going professional development and independent work as needed.

Education

W

Walden University

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration2010 - 2018
C

Concordia University Ann Arbor

Master’s Degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General2008 - 2010
S

Saginaw Valley State University

Bachelor’s Degree, Education2005 - 2008

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
Book a Call
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