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Blossom Ojukwu
Educator | Instructional Innovation Coach | Learning Experience Designer
Annapolis,MD
Summary
Passionate educator and instructional coach skilled in harnessing 21st-century learning principles and technologies into educational experiences for K12 and adult learners illustrated throughout tenure as an instructional coach, educator, and graduate assistant.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Design Freelancer
Self Employed
Annapolis, MD
03.2021 - Current
- Developed comprehensive employee training for Olumese Accounting and Consulting closing employee skills gaps.
- Conducted thorough needs, audience, and content analysis to design a training solution t improve performance challenges of new hires for vacation rental company Home is Here®.
- Developed eLearning course on self-reflection for learners in Loyola Educational Technology Masters program.
- Developed eLearning course on Bias Free Language adapted from APA 7th edition for learners in Loyola Educational Technology Masters program.
- Created training video for first year teachers at Oxon Hill Middle School improving skill and attitudinal gaps.
- Created training video on Neil Postman's Principles of Technology Use in education enabling teachers to identify bias in learning technologies.
- Created curricula, lecture presentations, and microlearning for students in Grace Gardens Music Company bridging knowledge gaps by 90%.
Educator
Prince George's County Public Schools
Fort Washington, MD
01.2019 - Current
- Enabled students to successfully create 360° videos to demonstrate their learning, increasing learner retention by 80%.
- Designed learning experiences with virtual and augmented reality, increasing student engagement by 100%
- Successfully led four semesters of special needs and general population students enrolled in same course by implementing Universal Design for Learning Principles.
- Employed Scott McLeod's 4 Shifts Protocol for transformative technology integration, increasing student participation on global outreach endeavors by 100%
- Assisted colleagues and students in cultivating growth and innovator mindsets.
Graduate Assistant
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, United States
08.2020 - 05.2022
- Created 5-year accessibility plan for Loyola's Educational Technology program by synthesizing accessibility evaluation performed by Maryland State Department of Education in 2020
- Created lesson materials, visuals, and digital presentations to supplement lesson plans.
- Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
- Successfully liaised between faculty and students to answer questions and optimize faculty time.
Social Media Manager
Loyola University Maryland - Ed-Tech Program
Baltimore, United States
09.2020 - 05.2022
- Designed, marketed, and curated content for program's quarterly newsletter.
- Set clearly defined goals to drive follower retention, program awareness, and website or social media traffic.
- Increased social media following by 30% in 2 years.
- Promoted successful outcome of web development strategy by aligning consistent brand messaging and visual designs across digital outlets.
- Designed and implemented social media strategies to align with business goals.
Business Owner/Operator
Grace Gardens
Rockville , Maryland
01.2016 - Current
- Equip music enthusiasts of all ages to be literate musicians and experienced performers. Provide private and group lessons to individuals and groups.
- Implement instructional design principles to design interactive eLearning courses with Rise 360 to train learners in music theory, aural skills, music history, and performance practice.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support achievement of revenue goals.
- Served as principal stakeholder over all business operations.
Education
Master of Education, - Educational Technology
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore, MD 08.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD 08.2014 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Maryland - College Park
College Park, MD 08.2014 - 06.2018
Professional Development Training
Presenter, Maryland Music Educators Association Annual Conference | Bullis School, 2022
- Trained educators to utilize virtual and augmented reality in their classrooms to increase student engagement and learner transfer
- Equipped educators with educational technology resources to combat digital divide in their schools
Guest Speaker, Senior Seminar | University of Maryland College Park 2019
- Trained and mentored eight new educators graduating from University of Maryland College Park hired to fulfill various roles in their school districts.
Instructional Innovation Coach | Oxon Hill Middle School 2019-2022
- Created instructional guides and videos to help over 70 educators implement educational technologies, cultivate growth mindset, and practice meaningful self-reflection.
- Created Rise 360 course to train over 70 educators in implementing Understanding by Design framework, Learner-Centered Principles, and Universal Design for Learning Principles.
Skills
Professional Development Training
Interests
Biking
Traveling
Device Free Days
Books
- Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You by Suneel Gupta
- Learner-Centered Classroom Practices and Assessments: Maximizing Student Motivation, Learning, and Achievement by Barbara L. McCombs
- Universal Design For Learning: Theory and Practice by Anne Meyer; David Rose; David Gordon
- What School Could Be: Insights and Inspiration from Teachers across America by Ted Dintersmith
- Reclaiming Conversation: The Power of Talk in a Digital Age by Sherry Turkle
Timeline
Instructional Design Freelancer
Self Employed
03.2021 - Current
Social Media Manager
Loyola University Maryland - Ed-Tech Program
09.2020 - 05.2022
Graduate Assistant
Loyola University Maryland
08.2020 - 05.2022
Master of Education, - Educational Technology
Loyola University Maryland
08.2020 - 12.2022
Educator
Prince George's County Public Schools
01.2019 - Current
Business Owner/Operator
Grace Gardens
01.2016 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Education
University of Maryland - College Park
08.2014 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Music - Vocal Performance
University of Maryland - College Park
08.2014 - 06.2018
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