Resume

 Accomplished and Dedicated Learning Professional with 8+ years of extensive experience demonstrating a history in modeling, coaching, and creating a successful structure to help others reach their full potential. 

💫 Specializes in adult training, employing expertise in adult learning principles and adeptness with ADDIE, SAM, and backward design methodologies. Ability to develop and deliver learning solutions that align with organizational goals.

💫 Proven expertise in designing and implementing evidence-based instructional strategies to advance learning and development. Proficient in explaining complicated program curriculum requirements to a diverse population.

Instructional Designer 

Temple University • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 08/2017 - 08/2023

• Crafted impactful learning experiences through the design of coursework for both virtual and classroom-based training, leveraging solid principles of adult learning theory.

• Developed instructional content tailored to the target audience, purpose, and delivery methods, employing diverse formats such as print, graphics, audio, video, and various technologies to create comprehensive learning resources.

• Facilitated seamless communication between instructors and subject matter experts, resulting in the successful development and maintenance of diverse training materials for various channels.

• Achieved a 60% increase in training success by delivering precise detail and feedback to both internal and external stakeholders, dedicated to ensuring the accuracy and currency of courses.

• Delivered training and coaching to staff members, focusing on the implementation of new processes and procedures within innovative instructional strategies to secure the success of evolving educational environments.

• Leveraged data analytics to enhance and fine-tune instructional processes, contributing to future planning initiatives.

Postgraduate Research

• Effectively coordinated multiple projects for six years, adeptly adjusting priorities and consistently delivering high-quality learning solutions within demanding deadlines.

• As a researcher, writer, and editor, communicated comprehensive and innovative solutions in adult pedagogy.

Program Coordinator & Shop Owner 

Knotinmyplants • Philadelphia, Pennsylvania • 09/2020 - Present 

• Conducted instructional design for both individual and group educational programming, adhering to strict budget constraints.

• Executed the implementation of curriculum and personally led instruction for five workshops in 2023.

Department Chair & Educator 

Harford County Public Schools • Havre de Grace, Maryland • 08/2015 - 06/2017 

• Developed lesson plans and curriculum for diverse populations, incorporating technology and interactive learning strategies to enhance engagement and achievement for over 50+ learners annually.

• Integrated digital solutions and technology components using various LMS and eLearning tools to provide learners with an engaging learning experience; resulting in a 70% increase in learner engagement.

• Trained and mentored newcomers and effectively ensured their smooth transition by guiding and training them in their onboarding, curriculum development, and learner success strategy and measurement.

• Leveraged strong organizational and project management skills to oversee multiple resources, timelines, and deliverables, ensuring the successful attainment of curriculum development goals within specified timeframes.

• Undertook the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, adjustment, and closure of projects, educational programs, lessons, and school-wide activities in adherence to industry best practices.

• Aided in the assessment of student progress, collecting, and analyzing data to inform instructional decision-making.

• Regularly coordinated with Subject Matter Experts (SME) to assess and update training materials, ensuring that they align with organizational goals and meet learners' needs.

• Created and maintained accurate and organized learner records, including grades, attendance, and progress reports, using technology to ensure timely and accurate communication with colleagues, stakeholders, and peers.

• Established clear lines of communication with over 30+ stakeholders, colleagues, and parents by maintaining regular contact, engaging in active listening, seeking, and implementing feedback, and managing expectations.

Instructional Design: ADDIE and SAM (Rapid Prototyping); Needs Analysis (Action Mapping); Learner Analysis; Storyboarding; Microlearning. 

Project Management: Microsoft Office Suite, Google Suite, Trello, MindMeister, Slack 

Accessibility / Inclusivity: Universal Design for Learning (UDL), WCAG, Digital Inclusion Principles 

Assessment: Kirkpatrick's 4 Levels of Assessment, qualitative and quantitative assessment strategies, SCORM 

Learning Management Systems (LMS): Canvas, Desire2Learn (D2L)/Brightspace, Blackboard 

Authoring & Visual Design: Articulate 360 (Storyline and Rise), Adobe (Illustrator, Photoshop, and XD), Canva 

Multi-Media: Zoom, Microsoft Teams, ScreenPal, FlipGrid, VoiceThread, ShowMe, Padlet 

Video / Audio Editing: CapCut, iMovie, Windows Video Editor, Camtasia, Visme, Vyond, Audacity, GarageBand 

Website Building: Google Sites, WordPress, Wix, SquareSpace, Shopify 

Doctor of Philosophy, Music Theory Temple University 

Research Interests: Pedagogy, Accessible Instructional Design 

Masters, Music Theory Temple University 

BS, Education - Lebanon Valley College, Pennsylvania Teacher Certification (Level 1)