Gabrielle Gardiner
Houston,TX
Summary
Motivational Training Specialist excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic company and employee needs. Accustomed to collaborating with managers to hone in on unique requirements. Prepared to bring leadership, training and collaborative intrapersonal abilities developed over 10 years to a growth-oriented role. Organized, detail oriented and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning and Development Training Specialist
Legends do Live/Educational Entertainment
04.2019 - Current
- Collaborative curriculum developer in several high priority projects, 2019 RWAR Pilot Program, Apple Music, Houston ION collaboration project with Houston, Atlanta Schools RWAR Pilot Program and Houston Independent School District RWAR integration partnership
- Develop, coordinate, and maintain onboard training modules and professional development events for the RWAR program in Atlanta, Houston, Kansas City, North Carolina and Los Angeles.
- Teamed with subject matter experts in evaluation and revision of training tools in order to continually improve learning platforms.
- Track and analyze program data to identify success rates and create corrective action plans.
- Increased program learners attendance from 30% to 100% and 57% increase in learning success on district assessments of program engagement.
- Collaborate with stakeholders of the state to create programs that will provide intervention in literacy.
- Coordinated training schedules across sites with supervisors and managers to optimize training initiatives and work-flow management
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
Instructor/Instructional Designer
ALIEF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2014 - Current
- Lead teams on several educational projects, programs and coordinate delivery.
- Utilized data to drive instruction and plan learning modules and assessments
- Increase advanced and ESL learners literacy skills by 67% on monthly assessments
- Assisted in training district employees on Learning management systems.
- Increase literacy and writing skills using technology for 21st century learners based on diverse learning styles.
- Implemented learning programs using district goals and values for improvement opportunities.
- Optimized learning plans based on learner performance and feedback.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
Instructor/Professional Development Instructor
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2011 - 08.2014
- Developed effective training plans based on department needs and objectives.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Developed individualized training plans to achieve learner/instructor readiness.
- Introduced standardized training for cohesive learning environments.
- Tested learners to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Collaborated with administration to secure departmental budget increase for professional development and learner needs
- Collaborated with other departments to align training programs with organizational goals and objectives.
Account Manager
CORE BENEFITS
01.2008 - 12.2010
- Addressed problems with accounting, billing, and service delivery to maintain and enhance client satisfaction.
- Built and strengthened long-lasting client relationships based on accurate price quotes and customer-centric terms.
- Educated clients on new products or services to increase customer engagement with brand.
- Facilitated client satisfaction and renewed customer relations to drive growth.
- Monitored and analyzed customer feedback to identify opportunities for improvement.
Education
Master of Science - Educational Technology And Leadership
Lamar University
Beaumont, Texas05.2015
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Southern University
Houston, Texas12.2010
Skills
- Coaching and Development
- Product Development
- Budget
- Client Retention
- Job Training
- Team-Building Activities
- Program Planning
- Project Development
- Providing Feedback
- Logistics Operations
- Adult Learning Theories
- Innovative Training Approaches
Affiliations
Member of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated
Accomplishments
- 10+ years of Diverse teaching and leadership, 5+ years Curriculum and Instructional practices and development
- 2+ years of Learning and Development Specialist in new programs across states
- 3+ years of LMS and implementation/adaptation
- Proficiency with a major LMS software (Schoology, TalentLMS, Blackboard and 360 Learning)
- Proficient use of Learning and Development tools(Articulate 360)
- Utilization of communication tools to collaborate with teams and stakeholders(Microsoft Teams)
- Strong organization and workflow for successful projects (Asana)
- Other experience includes: Major state conference project, community/major district collaboration of programs, event/ program roll out and training/presenting curriculum of 100+ attendees
Certification
- Texas Education Agency Certified Educator 2010-Present
- English as a Second language TEA Certified Educator 2012-Present
Timeline
Learning and Development Training Specialist
Legends do Live/Educational Entertainment
04.2019 - Current
Instructor/Instructional Designer
ALIEF INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2014 - Current
Instructor/Professional Development Instructor
HOUSTON INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICT
08.2011 - 08.2014
Account Manager
CORE BENEFITS
01.2008 - 12.2010
Master of Science - Educational Technology And Leadership
Lamar University
Bachelor of Science - Interdisciplinary Studies
Texas Southern University
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