Clay Wilkinson
San Antonio
Summary
Accomplished management skills in education, with 15 years of experience creating, coordinating, and implementing customized learning programs and solutions. Skilled in developing engaging instructional materials, conducting comprehensive needs analyses, and leveraging innovative strategies to support diverse learners. Expertise in collaborating with stakeholders to align learning objectives with organizational goals, consulting on curriculum development, and employing summative assessment techniques to measure program effectiveness. Dedicated to helping others in learning experiences that drive knowledge retention, skill development, and measurable outcomes. Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Art Educator
High School
01.2012 - Current
- Managed teams of 20 to 32 individuals, ensuring effective collaboration and productivity.
- Designed customized learning solutions in digital video and classroom formats to meet objectives.
- Created modular lessons incorporating storytelling and technology to enhance retention of design principles.
- Evaluated training outcomes using data-driven methods, recommending strategies for increased engagement.
- Integrated emerging digital tools to craft innovative learning experiences that address evolving needs.
- Led instructional design projects from conception to implementation, meeting timelines and objectives.
- Conducted needs assessments to ensure instructional programs aligned with audience and organizational goals.
- Facilitated training sessions in both physical and virtual settings to optimize participation and retention.
Director of Volunteers
Mission Point Christian Church
San Antonio
01.2019 - 04.2026
- Coordinated training programs for volunteers to enhance instructional effectiveness.
- Oversaw all classes and staff to ensure adherence to policies and guidelines.
- Organized lesson plans and assisted in implementing curriculum.
- Assemble and dismantle supplies and equipment for class activities.
- Contributed to writing updated policies to maintain safety standards in classes.
Contract Work
Wedding Whisperer
- Designed and launched a website, including brand-aligned logo creation, resulting in increased client engagement and visibility.
Contract Work
Hummingbird Assisted Living and Memory Care
- Created a professional logo to support branding and marketing efforts.
Contract Work
Quiroz Adult Medicine Clinic
- Created a professional logo to support branding and marketing efforts.
Education
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Printmaking
University of Texas at San Antonio
01.2011
Skills
- Learning Technologies
- Instructional Design
- Team Collaboration
- Project Management
- Adult Learning Principles
- Needs Analyzing
- Training Facilitation
- Knowledge Retention
- Interpersonal Communication
- Asynchronous Delivery
- Innovative Solutions
- Content Development
- Curriculum Development
- Program Evaluation
- Learner-Centered Design
- Virtual Learning Platforms
- E-Learning Design
- Engagement Strategies
- Outcome Evaluation
- Summative Assessments
- Feedback Mechanisms
- Technology Integration
- Presentation Creation
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Photoshop
- Illustrator
- Storyline
- Rise
- Canva
- Figma
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Word
- Excel
- PowerPoint
Accomplishments
- Converted a 2-hour in-person volunteer training to a 30-minute online course, increasing participation by 38%.
- Developed quarterly online training, increasing volunteer retention and streamlining onboarding processes.
- Digitized teacher curriculum, enhancing material accessibility by 85% and improving lesson delivery consistency.
- Implemented multimedia art program, achieving 20% growth in student skills and knowledge across two campuses.
- Standardized art curriculum for 10 educators, increasing lesson preparation time by 50% and productivity by 23%.
- Applied ADDIE model to design and scale an art program impacting 900 students per year per campus.
- Improved teacher efficiency through lesson plans, enabling deeper use of Bloom’s taxonomy principles.
- Created investigative learning modules, improving engagement and enabling completion of more projects annually.
Volunteer History
Volunteer, Local Church, 12/01/18, 05/03/26
Contract Work
- Wedding Whisperer, Designed and launched a website, including brand-aligned logo creation, resulting in increased client engagement and visibility.
- Hummingbird Assisted Living and Memory Care, Created a professional logo to support branding and marketing efforts.
- Quiroz Adult Medicine Clinic, Created a professional logo to support branding and marketing efforts.
Certification
Certified Educator for EC-12 Art
Timeline
Director of Volunteers
Mission Point Christian Church
01.2019 - 04.2026
Art Educator
High School
01.2012 - Current
Contract Work
Wedding Whisperer
Contract Work
Hummingbird Assisted Living and Memory Care
Contract Work
Quiroz Adult Medicine Clinic
Bachelor of Fine Arts - Printmaking
University of Texas at San Antonio