Innovative instructional designer, educator, and leader with extensive experience guiding others to success. Embraces settings where common ground is fostered, feedback is valued. and collaboration is expected.
Work History
July 2022July 2024
Learning Experience Designer II
UKG
- Developed innovative blended learning solutions aligned with customer needs and business objectives.
- Consistently delivered high-quality training materials on time and within budget.
- Optimized project workflow and visibility by effectively managing backlog using ServiceNow and tracking progress using Smartsheet.
- Partnered with subject matter experts (SMEs) to identify performance gaps and designed effective training interventions.
- Rapidly created engaging and impactful learning experiences adhering to UKG design standards and best practices.
- Leveraged AI applications to enhance content development and improve learning outcomes.
- Ensured courseware quality through rigorous internal reviews and testing,
- Maintained industry expertise by staying current on training trends and UKG product advancements.
- Provided strategic leadership as the UKG Pro member of the Standards Governance Board, influencing the UKG writing standards and best practices.
June 2020July 2022
Instructional Designer
Carley Corporation
- Developed innovative training solutions across multiple modalities (instructor-led, computer-based, web-based, and mobile) to enhance learner engagement and knowledge retention.
- Consistently delivered high-quality training materials on time and within budget.
- Streamlined training development processes through effective project management.
- Created engaging, interactive training experiences by applying instructional design principles to develop multimedia content and learner-centric activities.
- Fostered successful cross-functional collaboration with graphic artists, programmers, and SMEs to produce exceptional training materials.
- Conducted thorough needs analyses to identify and leverage appropriate data sources for effective instructional design.
May 2018April 2020
Director of Curriculum
Citizens' High School
- Led the development and implementation of a successful Open Education Resources (OER) initiative, resulting in reduced textbook costs.
- Effectively managed the course development process to ensure alignment with program and learning outcomes.
- Fostered a growth mindset culture among faculty and students.
- Ensured rigorous quality assurance through detailed course reviews.
- Demonstrated strategic leadership as a member of the Strategic Initiatives Group, collaborating with program directors to develop and implement innovative solutions.
- Exhibited subject matter expertise through the development of the CHS Algebra II course.
- Collaborated on the development of the Online Orientation and Teen Mom Pathway elective courses.
- Provided exceptional student support by serving as a dedicated resource for all Mathematics students through the CHS Math Help Line.
August 2011May 2018
Mathematics Instructor
Florida Virtual School (FLVS)
- Provided comprehensive student support through multiple channels (phone, email, text messages, virtual classroom, Zoom).
- Delivered engaging, actionable feedback on assessments to enhance student learning.
- Led Professional Learning Community (PLC) groups in data-driven instruction, resulting in improved discussion-based assessment questions and targeted video resources to address common student errors.
- Delivered engaging, student-centered instruction aligned with growth mindset principles, utilizing diverse learning technologies and discussion-based assessments to foster deep understanding.
- Leveraged data analytics to identify student learning gaps through targeted supplemental resources, significantly improving student achievement.
- Contributed to curriculum alignment as a key member of the Algebra II course review team for Common Core Standards implementation.
- Demonstrated exceptional teaching effectiveness through consistent "Highly Effective" ratings in both professional practice and Student Achievement Measures (SAM).
August 2005June 2011
Mathematics Teacher, Math Coach, and Department Chair
Andrew Jackson High School | Duval County, FL
- Cultivated a growth mindset culture and integrated learning modality principles into classroom and individualized instruction.
- Provided strategic support to the Principal and school-based Standards Coach through data analysis and special project initiatives.
- Spearheaded a data-driven standardized testing program that significantly improved student achievement on the FCAT, resulting in a school grade increase from D to C in 2006-07.
- Designed and facilitated comprehensive faculty development workshops on educational technology tools (electronic gradebook, G-Suite) to enhance collaboration and efficiency.
- Demonstrated curriculum expertise through the development of district-wide high school mathematics curriculum guides and contributions to End-of-Course Exams.
- Fostered a collaborative learning environment by leading and participating in school and district-level mathematics PLCs.
- Implemented differentiated instruction using formative assessment data to personalize student learning experiences.
- Designed and implemented a high-impact Calculus Boot Camp that significantly improved student performance on the AP Calculus exam.
- Achieved consistent recognition for exceptional teaching practices through multiple "Highly Effective" ratings on impromptu classroom observations and annual evaluations.
Education
Jan. 2019Dec. 2020
M.S.Ed. | Applied Learning Sciences
University of Miami
Award of Academic Merit, 4.0 GPA