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FELICIA L. JONES-SHAW

Sr Instructional Designer And Learning Specialist
Hudson,FL

Summary

Experienced and forward-thinking Instructional Designer and Training Specialist with an extensive background of over twenty years in the field of e-learning, curriculum development, and instruction for diverse cultural and professional demographics. Committed to the advancement of personnel growth and the optimization of employee performance, team productivity, and quality control through the implementation of highly effective training programs. Possesses a stellar track record of problem-solving and enhancing customer fulfillment.

Overview

36
36
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certificates

Work History

Sr Instructional Designer

United Health Group, Optum
Tampa, FL
02.2022 - Current
  • Providing job analysis in line with instructional design principles for successful mentoring.
  • Developing educational materials by formulating curricula, conducting thorough research on subject matter, and devising course formats and presentations.
  • Generated course material and curricula based on student-centered learning specifically tailored for Epic, Lifestream, Thought Industries, Cornerstone, and other learning management systems.
  • Strategizing and overseeing the implementation of technology-driven learning initiatives.
  • Crafting workforce training programs with the aim of enhancing operational effectiveness within diverse healthcare entities and providers, increasing learner retention by 93%.

Instructional Designer

From The Heart Professional Services (Consultant)
Clearwater, Florida
04.2018 - Current
  • Developing curricula, meticulously identified research topics, and innovatively conceptualized the course format, subject matter, and presentation.
  • Strategically planning and diligently monitoring the implementation of cutting-edge technology-based learning programs.
  • Skillfully designed comprehensive course materials and actively provided support throughout the implementation process to improve employee performance and organizational effectiveness.

Dedicated Training Specialist

ProPharma Group (Contract Position)
Tampa, FL
11.2021 - 12.2022
  • Aided in the facilitation of the provision of superior medical information and Pharmacovigilance services through the utilization of diverse instructional techniques and modalities.
  • Collaborated with the project management team within the organization to formulate a comprehensive training curriculum for the adoption and integration of Workday and Microsoft Office 365 Product Suite.
  • Systematized and revised training manuals, multimedia visual aids, and additional educational resources.

Sr. Training Specialist

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
Atlanta, GA
02.2018 - 08.2021
  • Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities and enhance program success primarily in Atlanta (Sixth) district and beyond.
  • Developed departmental systems and procedures to better align workflow processes for more than 600 staff members across several states.
  • Structured and revised training manuals, visual aids utilizing multimedia, and additional educational resources.
  • Spearheaded training initiatives and established growth trajectories for managers and supervisors.

Learning Performance Specialist/Instructional Designer

American Express
Lilburn, GA
04.2012 - 02.2018
  • Initiated and oversaw workshops aimed at enhancing employee comprehension of the company's mission, optimizing routine operations, and fostering harmonization between individual workers and overall organizational objectives.
  • Advised executives on strategies promoting workforce development and maximizing productivity, resulting in consistent surpassing of predetermined milestones by call center staff, especially in terms of their offer and accept ratios.
  • Formulated comprehensive educational materials, including curricula, guidelines, written evaluations, and examinations, catering to the educational requirements of management, sales, and service training programs.
  • Honored with the prestigious 2015 Global Servicing Network Excellence Award.

Customer Experience Specialist

VIPdesk Connect (Eddie Bauer Client Program)
Lilburn, GA
08.2009 - 04.2012

Branch Manager III

SunTrust Bank and SunTrust Mortgage
Atlanta, GA
07.2005 - 08.2009

Consumer Service Specialist/Customer Relations Specialist

Gap Inc. Direct
Obetz, OH
08.2002 - 05.2005

Claims Administrator/Employee Benefits Specialist

Central Benefits
Columbus, OH
05.2002 - 01.2005

Senior Financial Service Analyst

Nationwide Insurance Enterprise
Columbus, OH
01.2000 - 05.2002

Teller/Branch Assistant Manager

National City Bank
Columbus, OH
03.1997 - 01.2000

Assistant Teacher/Supervisor and Head Teacher

Neighborhood House Inc
Columbus, OH
01.1988 - 01.1996

Education

Ph.D. - Instructional Design for Online

Capella University
Minneapolis, MN
08.2018 - Current

Master of Arts - Adult And Continuing Education

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
08.2012 - 05.2016

Master of Science - Marketing and Communications, Human Resource Management

Franklin University
Columbus, OH
08.2001 - 08.2004

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Marketing

Ohio Dominican University
Columbus, OH
08.1995 - 05.2000

Skills

    Organizational performance

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Timeline

Sr Instructional Designer

United Health Group, Optum
02.2022 - Current

Dedicated Training Specialist

ProPharma Group (Contract Position)
11.2021 - 12.2022

Ph.D. - Instructional Design for Online

Capella University
08.2018 - Current

Instructional Designer

From The Heart Professional Services (Consultant)
04.2018 - Current

Sr. Training Specialist

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
02.2018 - 08.2021

Master of Arts - Adult And Continuing Education

University of Phoenix
08.2012 - 05.2016

Learning Performance Specialist/Instructional Designer

American Express
04.2012 - 02.2018

Customer Experience Specialist

VIPdesk Connect (Eddie Bauer Client Program)
08.2009 - 04.2012

Branch Manager III

SunTrust Bank and SunTrust Mortgage
07.2005 - 08.2009

Consumer Service Specialist/Customer Relations Specialist

Gap Inc. Direct
08.2002 - 05.2005

Claims Administrator/Employee Benefits Specialist

Central Benefits
05.2002 - 01.2005

Master of Science - Marketing and Communications, Human Resource Management

Franklin University
08.2001 - 08.2004

Senior Financial Service Analyst

Nationwide Insurance Enterprise
01.2000 - 05.2002

Teller/Branch Assistant Manager

National City Bank
03.1997 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Marketing

Ohio Dominican University
08.1995 - 05.2000

Assistant Teacher/Supervisor and Head Teacher

Neighborhood House Inc
01.1988 - 01.1996

Certification

Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt

Software

Articulate Storyline

Adobe Creative Suite

Adobe Captivate

Camtasia

Learning Management Systems

Content Management Systems

FELICIA L. JONES-SHAWSr Instructional Designer And Learning Specialist