James Irick
EdTech Product Manager with a Principal’s Perspective | Solving Real Classroom Problems with Scalable Solutions | PMP | Scrum Master
- Role
- Associate Product Manager at Zaner-Bloser
- Location
- Seattle, WA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About James Irick
Most EdTech products are built for educators—not with them. That’s why so many fail in…
Experience
Associate Product Manager
Jun 2024 — Present
Collaborated across content, marketing, and design teams to evolve Zaner-Bloser’s K–5 supplemental product line – integrating educator insight into every stage of development. Impacted strategic analysis and on-the-ground execution, leading to 20% year-over-year growth. Spearheaded competitive landscape research for K–5 math that enabled repositioning of core features and sharpened product messaging. Served as lead PM on a new math intervention product, managing timelines and ensuring alignment with standards and classroom needs. Brought former principal’s perspective to product implementation, reducing friction for end users and shaping rollout support.
Education
Tarleton State University
Bachelor of Science - BS
Tarleton State University
Master of Education - MEd
Central Texas College
Associate's degree
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