April Parmer
Summary
Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with over 2 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds, as well as 13 years of experience in education. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired business outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Chief Learning Officer
The United States Fire Department Reserve Corps
04.2024 - Current
- Design, develop, and maintain the organization's website via Wordpress
- Create and maintain digital learning courses via Articulate Storyline with content focused on mental health topics for first responders and community members
- Edit and design educational videos on mental health topics
- Collaborate with subject-matter experts to develop content for digital learning courses
- Assist with the development of the organization's mission, vision, and purpose.
Digital Learning Specialist
Learning Technologies Group - Affirmity
06.2022 - Current
- Create and maintain 8+ digital learning courses via Articulate Storyline for federal contractors and subcontractors to educate on compliance with Affirmative Action laws and regulations
- Develop and update 50+ training videos using Camtasia Studio to assist with navigating compliance software
- Collaborate with subject-matter experts to develop content for digital learning courses and training videos
- Customize course materials per client requests and specifications.
- Designed interactive e-learning modules to facilitate self-paced learning and ensure accessibility for all clients regardless of technological barriers or limitations.
EdTPA Scorer
Pearson
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Played an instrumental role in maintaining high-quality standards throughout all aspects of the evaluation process.
- Upheld the integrity of assessment results by adhering to established ethical guidelines and best practices in educational testing.
- Provided timely and constructive feedback to students, promoting their understanding of assessment criteria.
- Maintained detailed records of student performance for accurate reporting and data analysis purposes.
Executive Vice President
Sweet Support Company, LLC
01.2023 - 11.2023
- Supervised a staff of 60+ writers and data entry team members, including 10 managers, and assigned workloads and schedules
- Developed training materials and facilitated live training opportunities for new writers
- Conducted the hiring process from start to finish, including advertising job openings, interviews, new hire paperwork, and training opportunities
- Audited and reported data entry errors on a daily basis using various documentation software including eCase, ShareNote, and TherapyNotes
- Wrote compliant BIRP notes for mental health professionals and billed insurance.
Educator
Washington County Department Of Education
12.2021 - 05.2022
- Utilized 5+ technology platforms including Google Classroom, GradPoint, IXL, Clever, and Savvas, to educate students in the virtual setting.
- Integrated various educational technologies to assist over 40 students with disabilities and accommodations.
- Digitally managed and contributed to special education evaluations and legal documents for over 40 middle and high school students.
- Successfully collaborated with colleagues and stakeholders to develop behavior and intervention plans for over 40 special education students.
- Built and maintained positive relationships with at-risk students at the district’s alternative, non-traditional, and adult education high schools.
Educator
Paulding County School District
08.2009 - 11.2021
- Applied the ADDIE instructional design model to develop and implement interactive, digital course content for 10+ various content areas via a variety of platforms and technologies including Nearpod, Prezi, Canva, Microsoft Office Suite, and Google Suite
- Constructed and designed online courses through the Canvas LMS for 3 different grade levels and 10+ various content areas, including Science, Math, Computer Science, Social Studies, and Special Education
- Originated and led professional development opportunities for educators, including one-on-one and sessions with groups of 15+ professionals, with a focus on integrating technology in traditional and virtual classrooms
- Developed exemplary websites using editing software and online platforms such as Weebly and Wix
- Engaged 120+ students in designing and producing unique, technology-based projects using block code and coding languages such as Python and HTML/CSS.
Education
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Instructional Technology -
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GAMaster of Science (M.S.) in Applied Computer Science -
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, GABachelor of Science (B.S.) in History Education -
Kennesaw State University
Kennesaw, GASkills
- Coaching and Mentoring
- Organizational Development
- Training delivery
- ADDIE Model
- Learning Management Systems
- Video Editing
- E-learning development
- Digital Accessibility
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
- HTML, CSS, Object-Oriented Programming
Accomplishments
- Teacher of the Month - Scoggins Middle School (03/01/21)
- TechEd STEM Edition Teacher Leader - Scoggins Middle School (2020-2021)
- Teacher Mentor - Scoggins Middle School (2015-2016, 2019-2020)
- GLISI (Georgia Leadership Institute for School Improvement) Teacher Leader (2015-2016)
Certification
- Certified Teacher, State of Tennessee (#000728940 - exp. 08/31/2027)
Timeline
Chief Learning Officer
The United States Fire Department Reserve Corps
04.2024 - Current
EdTPA Scorer
Pearson
01.2024 - 05.2024
Executive Vice President
Sweet Support Company, LLC
01.2023 - 11.2023
Digital Learning Specialist
Learning Technologies Group - Affirmity
06.2022 - Current
Educator
Washington County Department Of Education
12.2021 - 05.2022
Educator
Paulding County School District
08.2009 - 11.2021
Education Specialist (Ed.S.) in Instructional Technology -
University of West Georgia
Master of Science (M.S.) in Applied Computer Science -
University of West Georgia
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in History Education -
Kennesaw State University
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