Content Creator & Instructor, Copy Editor, Curriculum Designer
Open To Work
Gayle Rhoades
Manatee School for the Arts
Palmetto,FL
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work
Desired start date:
Flexible
Desired Job Title
Copy EditorCurriculum DeveloperPublishing AssistantVirtual Instructor
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeContract Work
Location Preference
RemoteHybrid
Location:
Palmetto, FLTampa, FLBradenton, FLParrish, FL
Open to relocation:
No
1
Certification
28
years of professional experience
Instructional design and curriculum development professional with more than 25 years of experience designing engaging learning experiences, developing standards-aligned curriculum, integrating educational technology, and creating high-quality instructional content. Master's degree in Education with a specialization in Technology: Learning by Design. Proven ability to analyze learner needs, develop effective learning solutions, create assessments, and leverage digital tools to improve engagement and performance. Seeking a remote or hybrid role in instructional design, curriculum development, learning experience design, educational content development, or corporate training.
Work History
English Instructor | Curriculum Designer
4 Years 5 Months- Design and deliver curriculum for English II, Pre-AP English II, English III, English III Honors, & Pre-AICE English
- Develop standards-aligned learning objectives, assessments, instructional materials, and digital learning resources.
- Utilize educational technology to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences for 130 students weekly.
- Analyze learner performance data to inform instructional improvements and curriculum revisions
- Collaborate with faculty to align curriculum, instructional strategies, and assessment practices.
Language Arts Instructor| Curriculum Developer
17 Years- Designed and implemented instructional units, assessments, writing frameworks, pacing guides, and differentiated learning materials.
- Grade-Level Curriculum Representative
- Integrated technology into instruction to enhance engagement, collaboration, and learner outcomes for 120-135 students daily
- Led curriculum planning efforts and collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure standards alignment.
- Key Leadership Contributions
- Literacy and Curriculum Adoption Representative
- Writing Assessment Representative
Adjunct Faculty – English Composition
3 Years- Designed and delivered college-level composition courses.
- Developed syllabi, learning outcomes, assessments, instructional materials, and course pacing guides.
- Evaluated learner performance and revised instruction based on assessment data.
- Provided individualized academic coaching and writing support
English & Journalism Instructor
2 Years- Developed curriculum for literature, writing, journalism, and communications courses.
- Created project-based learning experiences that integrated research, writing, collaboration, and publication.
- Designed and implemented school newspaper and yearbook programs.
English, Journalism & Technology Instructor
2 Years- Developed technology curriculum for grades 6–9 covering productivity software, digital literacy, and web design.
- Created scope-and-sequence documents and instructional materials for computer applications courses.
- Designed study skills curriculum focused on learning strategies and academic success.
- Integrated technology tools into instructional practice to support learner engagement and achievement.
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Curriculum Design With Focus On Technology
Teacher Certification - English Education (Grades 5–12)
Bachelor of Arts - Liberal Arts, Writing Concentration
Skills
Standard Based Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
Assessment and Rubric Design
Differentiated Instruction
Educational Technology & Integration
Digital & Virtual Learning Facilitation
Virtual Learning Facilitation
Google Workspace
Canva Visual Suite
Microsoft Office Suite
Editing & Quality Assurance
Online Collaboration Platforms
Accomplishments
- More than 25 years of curriculum design and instructional development experience
- Led curriculum initiatives supporting standards implementation and instructional improvement
- Developed technology-enhanced learning experiences across multiple grade levels
- Created instructional resources adopted by grade-level and departmental teams
- Recognized for excellence in student achievement and instructional effectiveness
- Extensive experience designing assessments, learning objectives, and differentiated instructional materials
Certification
Florida Educator Certificate (Grades 6–12)
Timeline
English Instructor | Curriculum Designer
Manatee School for the Arts
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Language Arts Instructor| Curriculum Developer
Franklin Township Middle School East
07.2005 - 07.2022Read More
Adjunct Faculty – English Composition
Crossroads Bible College
01.2002 - 01.2005Read More
English & Journalism Instructor
Greenwood Christian Academy
07.2000 - 07.2002Read More
English, Journalism & Technology Instructor
Heritage Christian School
01.1998 - 01.2000Read More
Indiana University
Teacher Certification from English Education (Grades 5–12)
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Indiana University
Master of Education (M.Ed.) from Curriculum Design With Focus On Technology
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Indiana University
Bachelor of Arts from Liberal Arts, Writing Concentration
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