Summary
Professional with strong background in educational curriculum development and instructional design. Adept at creating engaging and effective curricula tailored to diverse learning needs. Known for collaborative teamwork and consistently delivering high-quality results. Skilled in curriculum mapping, pedagogical strategies, and adaptive learning technologies.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
3rd and 5th Grade Virtual Teacher
California Virtual Academies
09.2022 - 01.2025
- Designed e-learning activities which increased students' understanding and mastery of curriculum standards by 30%.
- Virtually managed home-based instructional programs through a variety of applications and LMS, improving student engagement by 20% by utilizing effective classroom management strategies.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.
Advanced Learners’ Program Instructional Designer
California Virtual Academies
10.2022 - 06.2024
- Developed customized e-learning modules by incorporating multimedia elements, interactive activities, and real-world examples.
- Designed assessment tools that accurately measured student performance and informed future instructional decisions.
- Incorporated best practices in instructional design methodologies like ADDIE and SAM into project workflows.
- Spearheaded efforts to incorporate emerging pedagogical theories into core curricular frameworks, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
Guaranteed & Viable Curriculum (GVC) Designer
California Virtual Academies
05.2022 - 08.2024
- Produced high-quality mockups for administration approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
- Design viable cross-curricular, rigorous, equitable, and standards-based curriculum enhancing student engagement by 30%.
- Develop and use proficiency scales for teachers to use in their classrooms.
- Managed multiple design projects simultaneously and the design library, ensuring resources were up-to-date and easily accessible to team.
Project-Based Learning Curriculum Designer
Healdsburg Unified School District
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Utilized various LMS to efficiently organize course content, creating user-friendly online environments for learners and educators.
- Incorporated Universal Design for Learning principles into course development, promoting inclusivity and accessibility for all learners.
- Integrated feedback from learners and instructors into course improvements, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous growth.
- Evaluated emerging technologies for potential integration into curricular offerings, staying current on trends in e-learning platforms and digital resources.
Extended Learning Program Designer and Teacher
Healdsburg Unified School District
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Designed comprehensive assessment tools to measure learner progress and evaluate the effectiveness of instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues in developing benchmark lessons and identifying curriculum needs of faculty.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
3rd and 4th Grade Humanities Teacher
Healdsburg Unified School District
03.2019 - 06.2022
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs through a variety of LMS.
- Created curricula, research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter and presentation.
- Enhanced learner engagement by designing interactive e-learning modules tailored to diverse learning styles.
- Assisted in the selection of appropriate tools and technologies for effective course development and delivery.
Project-Based Learning Curriculum Designer and Teacher
Healdsburg Unified School District
06.2021 - 08.2021
- Create ELA and social studies, project-based learning curriculum for a 10-week summer school program
- Design and implement two project-based learning projects to enhance students’ understanding of the ELA and social studies curriculum, taught throughout the school year, to bridge learning gaps
- Integrate a variety of hands-on technologies to enhance the students unique learning needs
AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY
01.2016 - 05.2019
SECOND GRADE STUDENT TEACHER
SANTA ROSA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2018 - 12.2018
K-2 LITERACY PARAPROFESSIONAL
BELLEVUE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2016 - 05.2018
CHILDREN EVENT COORDINATOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
PETALUMA VALLEY ATHLETIC CLUB
10.2015 - 08.2017
SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT
SANTA ROSA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2015 - 09.2016
AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR
ST. EUGENE’S CATHEDRAL SCHOOL
08.2013 - 08.2015
Education
Master of Education - Education Technology And Instructional Design
02-2025
Master of Education - Learning And Technology
05-2021
Master of Arts - English Language Learning
04-2020
Bachelor of Arts - Interdisciplinary Studies K-8
12-2018
Skills
- Storyboarding
- E-learning and curriculum design
- Curriculum mapping and implementation
- Universal design for learning
- Gamification techniques
- Project-based learning
- Digital learning platforms
- Elementary education
- Learning management systems
- Data-driven instruction
- Virtual learning management
- Instructional best practices
Timeline
Advanced Learners’ Program Instructional Designer - California Virtual Academies
10.2022 - 06.2024
3rd and 5th Grade Virtual Teacher - California Virtual Academies
09.2022 - 01.2025
Project-Based Learning Curriculum Designer - Healdsburg Unified School District
06.2022 - 08.2022
Guaranteed & Viable Curriculum (GVC) Designer - California Virtual Academies
05.2022 - 08.2024
Project-Based Learning Curriculum Designer and Teacher - Healdsburg Unified School District
06.2021 - 08.2021
Extended Learning Program Designer and Teacher - Healdsburg Unified School District
07.2019 - 06.2022
3rd and 4th Grade Humanities Teacher - Healdsburg Unified School District
03.2019 - 06.2022
SECOND GRADE STUDENT TEACHER - SANTA ROSA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2018 - 12.2018
K-2 LITERACY PARAPROFESSIONAL - BELLEVUE UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2016 - 05.2018
AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR - OAK GROVE ELEMENTARY
01.2016 - 05.2019
SPECIAL EDUCATION ASSISTANT - SANTA ROSA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT
11.2015 - 09.2016
CHILDREN EVENT COORDINATOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR - PETALUMA VALLEY ATHLETIC CLUB
10.2015 - 08.2017
AFTER SCHOOL DIRECTOR & SUMMER CAMP DIRECTOR - ST. EUGENE’S CATHEDRAL SCHOOL
08.2013 - 08.2015
Western Governors University - Master of Education, Education Technology And Instructional Design
Western Governors University - Master of Education, Learning And Technology
Western Governors University - Master of Arts, English Language Learning
Western Governors University - Bachelor of Arts, Interdisciplinary Studies K-8
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