Resourceful and innovative Instructional Technologist and Designer with experience in e-learning and curriculum development for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Expertise in designing enterprise-wide learning strategies and systems to support business growth.
Expertise in implementing learning technology infrastructure in support of innovative learning programs.
Trainer on innovative learning strategies, software and staff growth.
Collaborative, well-traveled team player who builds strong rapport with individuals of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and personalities
Highly responsible, analytical, and adaptable leader with a proven track record of problem solving, strategic planning, quick thinking, leading teams, and resolving complex issues
Expertise in graphic and instructional design, including instructional development and video editing
Skills
Training program development
Learning theories and strategies
Course material creation and design
Verbal and written communication
Skype, Zoom, Slack, Adobe CC, LMS, MS Office
Apple Teacher, Microsoft Innovative Educator, MIE Trainer
Google Educator
Online, Hybrid, and eLearning (Adobe Captivate certified, Camtasia, Articulate)
Education
Grand Canyon UniversityPhoenix, AZ, Expected in 09/2020 ā āMaster of Science:Instructional Technology - GPA:
Coursework in Leadership and Technology, Distance Learning, Multimedia Instructional Strategies, Assessment and Instructional Technology, Ethics, Culture, and Equity with Technology, Digital Literacies and New Media, Instructional Theories and Models in Technology Education, Educational Research, and Brain-Based Learning.
University of WashingtonSeattle, WA, Expected in 12/1990 ā āBachelor of Arts:Music Education - GPA:
Coursework in Critical Issues in Education, Evaluation in Education, Educational Psychology, Educating Diverse Groups,
and Class Management
Frontier Technology Inc - Educator/Educational Technologist Ventura, CA, 08/2017 - Current
Instructing students with varying degree of ability and language skills.
Differentiation of material to accommodate individual student learning needs.
Training teaching staff in educational technology and best practices with MS Office365 and digital citizenship. Produce monthly staff newsletter to encourage new learning and investigation.
Assisting individual teachers in understanding what online programs to use to accomplish their instructional needs. Specific training on MS Office 365, video creating software, digital forms, and converting and uploading files.
Digital media including foundational elements of design, design process, creation of logos, icons, infographics, flyers, pamphlets, posters and package graphics using Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop. Creating graphic design work. Experienced with student ePortfolios and websites for exhibiting proof of learning.
Ensuring teaching of digital citizenship throughout district at all grade levels.
Communicating to staff and students high standards regarding copyright, plagiarism and fair use in both print and digital media.
Create assessments to evaluate and increase learning.
Development of course material for 6 unique courses per semester. Retooling coursework to accommodate COVID-19 best practices for learners.
Created and presented training for educators in-person, online and on-demand videos in areas of educational technology, tools, strategies and engagement for new hybrid learning environment.
Continuous training to support ongoing educator needs
Publish monthly newsletter for ed-tech tools, strategies, assessment, and sharing new research.
40+ hours per week
Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
Developed assessments and user polls to evaluate course effectiveness, altering content and delivery to achieve student learning goals.
City Of Louisville, Ky - Chief Operations Officer Louisville, KY, 03/2004 - 07/2017
Leveraged experience through vital management positions guiding business to success.
Drove operational direction, administrative and cost efficiency and coordination of security program initiatives on behalf of clients.
Implemented brand development strategies, including business development strategies, logo designs, and website designs.
Managed office staff, building use and volunteer teams
Developed and implemented Safety and Security Policy, including health, and building security
Conducted and managed background checks, scheduling, and budgets
Created package graphics and ads for print and web.
Worked back-end of website, updating and creating text, published weekly, large banners, graphic advertisement for web and print for various internal and external organizations
Trained new employees on all network systems and software
Speaking to crowds of 500+
Managed and negotiated with outside vendors
Managed social media accounts for business
40+ hours per week
Royal Family Kids Camp - Co-Director (Volunteer) City, STATE, 06/2004 - Current
Volunteer co-director for 5-day camp for local foster children.
Trained 100 volunteers annually in preparation for camp
Managed and recruited volunteers.
Interview and background checks for all volunteers
Communicate with various government agencies in preparation for camp (Department of Social and Human Services, Department of Children and Family Services, and local private foster agencies)
Worked diligently to ensure all policies and were met to comply with government and organizational regulations
Volunteer work average 200+ hours annually
Supervised camper and team safety by issuing clear directives for ideal behaviors and required monitoring strategies.
Maintained fun, learning-focused atmosphere by smoothly handling conflicts and developing culture centered around collaboration and personal responsibility.
Selected, ordered and implemented curricula to meet specific camp objectives.
Encouraged donations by supporting community fundraising events and campaigns.
Central Kitsap Schools - Educator City, STATE, 08/1991 - 06/2004
Chose materials and developed lesson plans to enhance skills for individual students.
Collaborated with adults and children to provide safe and educational experience.
Differentiated instruction to meet needs of diverse learners.
Managed classroom activities, parent conferences, and lesson plans.
Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.
Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to keep learner attention.
Taught elementary instrumental music for four years full-time (40+ hours per week).
Recruited students, communicated with teachers and staff, scheduled and marketed concerts.
Worked with other district staff on all-district concerts to include students in 5th-12th grades.
Continued part-time (average of 10-20 hours per week) teaching capacity after having children.
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