About Me
I have the mind of a web developer, the heart of a teacher and old soul of an instructional designer! I love to learn and I love to teach but creating online courses and content can be tedious.
What can I help with?
Create a highly effective training?
Design a detailed technology training program?
Setting up a course on WordPress using plugins?
Implementing a new LMS or optimizing an existing LMS?
Using an online course builder like Thinkific, Teachable or Kajabi?
Enhance or revise an existing online course?
Create an effective high-converting course from scratch?
Brainstorming, researching or writing course content?
I want to help you transform your online course into an amazing learning experience that will help your students or staff succeed and keep coming back!
Skills
Web Development &
WordPress Development
WordPress Development
Front-End Web Development (WordPress, HTML, CSS, JavaScript)
Working Knowledge of UX/UI Design & User Experience Research
Prototyping Tools: InVision, Sketch, Figma
Mastery of Microsoft Office Suite – PowerPoint, Word, Excel
Mastery of Google Docs & Google Forms
Adobe Suite – Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
eLearning Development on WordPress
Instructional Design& eLearning
Experience with e-learning platforms including Moodle, Canvas LMS, Teachable & Kajabi.
Staff development & training experience.
Confidence Speaking in public.
Experience creating training modules, storyboards, and content outlines for online courses and flipped classroom environments.
Strongly knowledgeable of various approaches to distance learning.
Learning Experience & Visual Design
Writing &
Communication
Communication
Excellent written, visual and verbal communication.
Research & Data Analysis
Collaboration & Project Management: Trello, Zoom & Slack
Bilingual (English & Spanish).
Online marketing and social media experience.
Interpersonal, counseling and coaching skills.
Knowledge of Associated Press, APA and Chicago Style.
Career History
LMS Administrator | ACSI
2023-Present
Upload and update e-learning content to expand professional development content annually.
Contribute to ongoing development of online professional development services.
Oversee the daily operations of the LMS and troubleshoot basic issues.
Provide support to schools and educators engaging in professional development services through the LMS and troubleshoot customer support member inquiries regarding LMS usage.
Maintain user guides and support documentation.
Provide technical training to end users and lead internal and external trainings around LMS functionality.
Generate and analyze reports on usage statistics, engagement, and performance management; recommend solutions on LMS utilization to meet organizational goals.
Work with internal teams to collaboratively achieve Professional Development goals.
Freelance Learning Experience Designer & Web Developer | iDesign & More • Melbourne, FL
2019-Present
eLearning Design: Instructional Designer & Online Course Consultant implementing various approaches to distance learning.
LMS Administrator: Canvas LMS, Docebo, Blackboard, D2L Brightspace, Teachable, Thinkific, & Kajabi.
Develop eLearning Solutions: Articulate Storyline & Rise, Camtasia, Toonly
Live & Instructor Led Trainings (ILT): Live & Virtual Staff Development & Training
Content Development: Create learning modules, storyboards, and content outlines
Develop & Design Online Course Materials, Handouts & Slides: PowerPoint, Google Slides, Adobe InDesign & Canva
Web Development: WordPress, Astra Pro & Elementor
WordPress Course Development: LearnDash & MemberVault
Project Management: Asana, Trello, ClickUp & Slack
Web Authoring Tools: High proficiency with HTML, CSS
Technology Instructor & eLearning Designer | The Kings Academy • West Palm Beach, FL
2016-Present
Web Design Course Instructor: HTML, CSS, Bootstrap & UX/UI Design
AP Computer Science & Programming Instructor: JavaScript, Python, Computer Science Principles
Business Computer Applications Instructor: Microsoft Office, Google Docs & Marketing
Instructional Design: Developed Full Business Computer Applications Course using Canvas LMS
Instructor-Led Trainings: Virtual Training/Certified Educator & Trainer for CodeHS
Achievements include:
100% AP Pass Rate in AP Computer Science Principles course.
Grew Computer Science Course offerings by 60% in 3 years.
CodeHS Certified Educator: Case Study
Published Research Study: “Neuroscience of Connection”
Director of School Counseling | Jupiter Christian School • Jupiter, FL
2014-2016
Administrative: Upper School Master Schedule, Testing (PSAT, AP and Standardized Tests)
Advisement: Academic & College Planning of over 350 Students in Upper School.
Event Planning: 3-Day College Tour, College Planning Seminars, Financial Aid Workshops
Collaboration: Dual Enrollment program through Palm Beach Atlantic University and Palm Beach State. College and Florida Virtual School.
Counseling: Provided Brief Solution-Focused Therapy as needed.
Achievements include:
2014 Commencement Speaker – Master’s in Counseling Psychology
Technology Instructor | Calvary Christian Academy • Fort Lauderdale, FL
2006-2014
Instructional: Taught 4th – 12th grade computer science, programming and Office applications.
Staff Development: Taught in-service software training workshops and one-on-one instruction for faculty and staff.
Collaboration: Implemented curriculum integration of core subjects and technology.
Instructional Design: Created hybrid online course. Implemented transfer goals, understandings and essential questions according to educational theory of Understanding by Design. Created new multi-media training materials.
Subject Curriculum Leader: Reported to Director of Curriculum to develop school-wide curriculum.
Achievements Include:
Subject Curriculum Leader for Technology
Marketing Strategist | MoreVisibility • Boca Raton, FL
2005 – 2006
Online Marketing: Collaborated on client’s advertising, optimization and social campaigns. Developed marketing plans and client presentations based on industry, product, target market, etc.
Project Management: Managed marketing projects based on individual client needs, budgets, and goals. Oversaw Digital Marketing initiatives including: Search Engine Optimization & PPC, Web Design, Mobile, Analytics Consulting.
Research: Conducted keyword and market research in order to execute successful campaign. Researched new advertising channels, platforms or tactics to be considered.
Data Analysis: Monitored performance of pay-per-click advertising campaigns through tracking and analytics. Recommended new strategies to increase client’s ROI.
Web Design: Improved brand identity by shaping consumer experience on client websites.
Achievements Include:
Implemented User Experience reports for existing clients
*References furnished upon request
Education
Certificate in Instructional Design
Teacher Transition • Remote/Online Bootcamp | 2020
ADDIE Model
Instructional Design Tools
Articulate Storyline & Rise
Front End Web Development, Visual Design & UX Professional
Skillcrush • Remote/Online Bootcamp | 2016-2019
Front End Web Development: UX/UI, HTML, CSS, Bootstrap, Wireframes, WordPress
Visual Design: Sitemaps, Landing Pages, Color Theory, Typography, Photoshop, Illustrator, UXPin
Branding & Identity Design: Branding Standards, Target Audience, Style Guides, Icons, InDesign
User Experience Research: Data Collection & Analysis, Personas, Journey Maps, Ideating
Information Architecture: Navigation, Usability, Wireframing, Prototyping, Figma, Sketch, InVision
User Testing & Iteration: Usability Testing, A/B Testing, Data Analysis, Iteration
M.S. Counseling Psychology
Palm Beach Atlantic University • West Palm Beach, FL | Dec 2014
Psychological Research, Data Analysis & Measurement
Educational Psychology & School Counseling Methods
B.A. Communication & Journalism
Florida Atlantic University • Boca Raton, FL. | May 2003
Writing, Research, Rhetoric
Editing & Layout (Associated Press, APA and Chicago Style)
My Proudest Accomplishments
Christina
Graphic Designer | Cat Mom | Tattoo Collector
Jack
Firefighter | Car Enthusiast | Future Navy Hopeful