Sonja Turner
@sonjaturner
Education and marketplace leader optimizing CX, curriculum, and revenue growth.
What I'm looking for
I am an education and marketplace operations professional who blends K–12 instructional leadership with marketplace and customer experience talent management. I design standards-aligned curriculum and drive product listing and inventory strategies that improve visibility and conversions.
Throughout my career I have led cross-functional teams, recruited and trained on-demand CX talent, and implemented data-informed processes using CRM and analytics tools. I have overseen large provider networks and managed marketplace workflows to improve scalability and performance.
In education roles I have served as instructor, campus administrator, and curriculum specialist, developing benchmark assessments, individualized support plans, and teacher development programs that raised instructional quality and compliance.
I hold advanced degrees in education and leadership and maintain certifications in school administration and science instruction. I bring a results-oriented mindset, strong communication skills, and a proven track record of driving sales, improving service metrics, and fostering collaborative learning environments.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Marketplace Specialist
GigCX TurboTax
Mar 2025 - Present (6 months)
Led a network of 24+ source providers to optimize digital product listings, manage inventory flows, and recruit/train on-demand CX professionals to improve marketplace scalability and performance.
Science Teacher
Sine Education
Apr 2025 - Mar 2026 (11 months)
Designed and implemented engaging science curriculum for diverse learners, fostering an inclusive classroom and leveraging technology to improve student outcomes.
Curriculum Specialist
Savvas Learning Company
Jun 2024 - Sep 2025 (1 year 3 months)
Leveraged K-12 content expertise to support sales goals, deliver product orientation training for digital/blended programs, and engage administrators to drive adoption and revenue.
High School Biology Instructor
Channelview ISD
Aug 2023 - Jun 2024 (10 months)
Designed state-compliant biology curriculum, integrated technology to deepen scientific understanding, and built community partnerships while conducting regular progress conferences with students and parents.
Program Developer Manager
Gulf Coast Technical Institute
May 2023 - Aug 2023 (3 months)
Developed and implemented curriculum, trained staff on new technology integrations, supervised instruction for standards compliance, and recommended course materials to improve learning outcomes.
Campus Administrator
The Pro-Vision Academy
Aug 2020 - Nov 2022 (2 years 3 months)
Managed curriculum and instructional support for grades 3-12, developed benchmark assessments, used data analytics for individualized support, and led HR processes including hiring and COVID/504 coordination.
Health Science CTE Lead Teacher
Stafford ISD
Feb 2017 - Aug 2020 (3 years 6 months)
Led CTE health science programs, developed coursework and oversaw student outcomes to prepare learners for career pathways.
Campus Induction Coach
Jane Long Academy
Aug 2014 - Jun 2016 (1 year 10 months)
Provided induction coaching for new teachers, supported instructional practices, and contributed to school improvement efforts for middle and high school programs.
Science Teacher
Guilford County Schools
Aug 1995 - May 2014 (18 years 9 months)
Taught middle and high school science courses, designed lessons aligned to standards, and supported student academic growth over a sustained tenure.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
St. Thomas University
Doctor of Education, Educational Leadership
2020 -
Pursuing an Ed.D. in Leadership & Innovation with an administration specialization focusing on educational leadership and organizational innovation.
Walden University
Master of Science in Education, Education
Completed a Master of Science in Education with coursework in curriculum development and instructional strategies for K-12 settings.
Bennett College
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology providing foundational knowledge in biological sciences applicable to secondary science education.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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