Articulate 360
Jamie Quarles
Learning & Development Specialist
Chino,CA
Summary
Experienced Instructional Designer and Learning and Development Specialist adept at planning and implementing onsite and remote training programs. Experienced in using eLearning tools to build web-based and instructor-led trainings. Authoritative and clear communicator with enthusiastic style and insightful approach. Focused on maximizing employee performance, team productivity and quality assurance with effective training programs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Employee Growth and Development Specialist
Symplr
Chino, CA
04.2022 - 12.2022
- Collaborated with Human Resources and organizational leaders to define and design scalable, employee growth training, including scope, objectives, and learning lifecycle for employee growth and development.
- Analyzed company training methods and made adjustments to rectify issues, increase efficiency and exceed training goals.
- Developed and implemented updating training programs for 2,000 employees.
- Curated and customized learning courses and programs to meet both tactical and strategic objectives of organization and intended employee groups.
- Developed, evaluated, and improved training programs to keep current with current technology, development approaches, new learning modalities, and training audience needs.
- Effectively communicated learning leading practices for internal training programs that support learning outcomes across organization.
- Monitored effectiveness of learning initiatives and proactively recommended improvements.
- Developed and provided metrics to leadership on learning strategy and outcomes.
- Facilitated core-skills development and leadership training to new and existing employees.
- Kept working knowledge of symplr products to curate product training into employee growth learning paths.
Instructional Designer
Western University Of Health Sciences
Pomona, CA
10.2020 - 04.2022
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
- Designed course materials and supported implementation.
- Targeted diverse learning modalities in development of new course content and training programs.
- Designed, implemented and managed successful training programs to meet department and school needs.
- Trained faculty on pedagogical principles, teaching delivery methods, and course design.
- Created eLearning modules and support materials utilizing Articulate Storyline, Articulate Rise, and other authoring tools.
- Created weekly newsletters on teaching and learning practices using Stripo, LearnDash and other web editing tools.
- Used learning management systems (Canvas and Elentra), audience response systems, social media, lecture capture solutions.
- Created and edited videos and recorded voice over material using video editing systems (e.g. Camtasia) and Adobe Creative Suite.
- Held 1-2 monthly training sessions on tech tools, pedagogical practices, learning theories.
- Provided training series to faculty and staff on Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
- Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
Secondary English Teacher
Fairmont Private School
Anaheim, CA
06.2013 - 10.2020
- Conducted needs analysis for diverse groups of learners in order to create instructor-led content to meet learning needs.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Collaborated with stakeholders and SME personnel regarding curriculum development.
- Implemented new curriculum and program decisions improving outcomes for learners as Department Chair.
- Provided training in on-demand skills to educators and colleagues.
- Facilitated and lead bi-weekly team meetings with 5-10 personnel as Department Chair.
- Implemented asynchronous and synchronous content through Canvas LMS for 2 years.
- Developed and implemented strategic learning experiences for diverse learners
- Functioned as team lead, managing and coaching colleagues in company initiatives.
- Created and delivered high-impact presentations using multiple technology platforms, including Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Slides, Pages.
- Analyzed multi-faceted data and implement differentiated instruction to small groups/individuals.
Education
ELearning Instructional Design Certificate - Instructional Design
UCI Division of Continuing Education
Irvine, CA 01.2019 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA 08.2004 - 08.2006
Skills
Project Implementation
MS Office
Training and Development
Articulate 360 Suite
Curriculum Design
Learning Strategies
Writing and Editing
Subject Matter Expert
Video Editing & Voiceover
Facilitating Learning Experiences
Accomplishments
• Attended OLC Innovate Virtual Conference 2021
• Attended Peralta Equity Conference 2021
• Attended ELI Annual Meeting 2021
• Completed the Penn State ID2ID Ignite Mentoring Program for Instructional Designers
• Completed the 2021 OLC Instructional Designer Certificate Program
Software
Microsoft Office
Techsmith Camtasia
Timeline
Employee Growth and Development Specialist
Symplr
04.2022 - 12.2022
Instructional Designer
Western University Of Health Sciences
10.2020 - 04.2022
ELearning Instructional Design Certificate - Instructional Design
UCI Division of Continuing Education
01.2019 - 09.2020
Secondary English Teacher
Fairmont Private School
06.2013 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications
California State University, Fullerton
08.2004 - 08.2006