I am an innovative and detail-oriented instructional designer with experience developing engaging learning solutions. I excel at designing curricula, e-learning courses, and instructional materials for various platforms. I am skilled in consulting with subject matter experts and providing instructional design coaching to deliver educationally sound materials. I am seeking to apply my skills in instructional design, graphic design, technology integration, and project management to create impactful learning experiences.
Instructional Designer III (Instructional Designer/Curriculum Designer
Edovate Learning Corp
2014 - Present
Lead large projects to develop new digital courses and print products, including worktexts, instructor guides, and decodable readers
Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content, coaching subject matter experts to ensure educationally sound materials
Utilize the ADDIE model to evaluate subject matter for instructional design projects
Organize and manage projects using project management software, facilitating efficient workflow and timely delivery
Utilize InDesign and Illustrator extensively for creating page layouts and images in both digital and print formats
Train colleagues in processes and in the use of Adobe programs, enhancing their skills in graphic design and improving overall project efficiency
Manage contractors in the development of PDF materials, ensuring quality control and timely delivery of project milestones
Educator (Regular Classroom/Instructional Technology)
Public Schools
12+ Years Experience
Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to diverse learning styles, enhancing student participation
Utilized technology and innovative methods to integrate real-world applications into the curriculum
Assessed student progress through evaluations, providing timely feedback to foster academic growth
Art Institute of Pittsburgh Online, 2011
Diploma, Digital Design
George Mason University, 2004
MEd, Curriculum and Instruction
Radford University, 1991
BS, Criminal Justice
Graphic and Print Design
Adobe (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), Canva
Productivity
ClickUp, Microsoft (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Google (Docs, Slides)
eLearning
CourseArc, H5P, Moodle