Jesse B. Stallsworth
440 Squires Rd. APT 9001 Lexington,USA
Summary
Results-driven Instructional Design Director with extensive experience in higher education, specializing in developing innovative learning solutions, solving complex challenges, and fostering student success. Skilled in designing, implementing, and evaluating instructional strategies that align with institutional goals and enhance teaching and learning outcomes.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Director of Instructional Design and Curriculum
University Of Kentucky College Of Nursing
07.2021 - Current
- Implemented innovative solutions to solve complex problems, resulting in increased productivity and streamlined operations.
- Administered a faculty innovation fund, facilitating project funding applications.
- Responded promptly to over 1,000 requests for troubleshooting/problem-solving per year
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors for reduced costs and improved service quality.
- Enhanced e-learning experience by designing over 100 interactive and engaging instructional modules using Articulate 360 Storyline, Rise, Adobe Captivate, and Scribe.
- Implemented successful instructional design projects from concept to completion within budget and time constraints.
- Incorporated best practices in instructional design methodologies like ADDIE, Adult and Social Learning Theories.
- Designed course assessments, materials, and activities and successfully implemented them in nursing courses.
- Optimized learning outcomes by aligning instructional objectives with business goals and performance metrics.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards such as SCORM or xAPI while creating e-learning modules.
- Facilitated seamless transition to online learning platforms during unexpected shifts to remote education.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
- Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
- Negotiated with technology vendors to incorporate cutting-edge tools into the learning ecosystem at a reduced cost.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Effectively tackled and resolved advanced instructional technology problems.
- Managed and guided instructional designer team members to ensure project goals were met.
- Worked with faculty and subject matter experts from various colleges to develop and enhance educational programs
INFORMATION AND ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT
Self-Employed
08.2012 - Current
- Design course materials for five-plus graduate-level courses and multiple undergraduate-level courses
- Create unique learning experiences for students at the graduate level
- Provide research support to independent clients
- Implement instructional technologies based on client needs assessments
- Create curricula and research topics and conceptualized course format, subject matter, and presentation
- Provided multi-tiered instructional technology training for clients
- Planned and monitored the implementation of technology-based learning programs in graduate courses
- Provide high-level instructional technology support for clients
- Provide advanced information technology support for 10+ clients
- Assist clients with product selection based on stated needs, proposed use, and budget
- Provide solutions aligned with Microsoft Office architecture and business needs
- Design websites according to client needs
- Improved client satisfaction by implementing innovative technology solutions tailored to their specific needs.
Nursing 101/UK 101 Instructor
University Of Kentucky College Of Nursing
08.2022 - 12.2024
- Teach UK 101, a first-year experience course designed to support students in their transition from high school to college.
- Facilitate learning on key topics such as time management, academic expectations, digital literacy, and stress management to build a foundation for personal and academic success.
- Incorporate modules on career exploration, financial wellness, and professional development, preparing students for life during and after college.
- Introduce pre-nursing students to the field of nursing through professional panels, student nursing discussions, and lectures on the nursing profession.
- Provide mentorship and guidance to pre-nursing students, fostering a deeper understanding of the nursing field and its professional opportunities.
- Create an engaging and inclusive classroom environment that encourages dialogue and active participation.
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
University of Kentucky College of Nursing
11.2019 - 07.2021
- Designed course materials and support implementation
- Assisted with curricula design for undergraduate and graduate courses.
- Directly support the advancement of instructional technology and course design for both undergraduate and graduate nursing programs
- Created an Instructional Design and Innovation Council that continuously improves courses in the college
- Lead a successful transition from in-person to completely online instruction because of the COVID-19 pandemic and evaluate related outcomes
- Created standardized Canvas homepage templates for BSN, MSN, DNP, and Ph.D Programs in the College of Nursing
- Designed and implemented a Virtual Resource Room for CCNE accreditation that assisted in a successful accreditation outcome
- Created, editd, and produced over 20 complex and innovative multimedia projects
- Provided technical and learning management system support to over 100 faculty and staff
- Plan and monitor the implementation of technology-based learning programs for undergraduate and graduate nursing programs
- Develop, evaluate, and implement strategies to efficiently use instructional technology
- Supervised response of the Office of Instructional Design to user requests and ensure problems are resolved promptly
- Produced and edited an original podcast for undergraduate Career Management students
- Ensure compliance to instructional and information technology policies set forth by the college and university IT Services
- Evaluated instructional technologies for cost-effectiveness
- Assisted in ensuring compliance to software licensing regulations for instructional technology copyright, and fair-use policies for instructional materials, and DMCA policies for multimedia
- Served as the College of Nursing liaison to CELT and UK Online
DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
CI CoLab / University of Kentucky
05.2017 - 07.2019
- Directed work of key student, faculty, and staff team members to create innovative social media, eye-tracking, distance learning, and virtual reality solutions for college and community stakeholders
- Managed complex, team-based projects and ensure successful completion
- Built strategic partnerships with CELT and UK Online to facilitate a learning management sector of the CoLab
- Facilitated mutual partnerships with campus units to establish new lab-wide research initiatives
- Developed and oversaw the CoLab's Internship Program and mentored 10+ interns in academic and research technologies
- Participated in the IRB approval process for over five research studies
- Ensured compliance with research/IRB guidelines for all lab personnel
- Provided course audits and course redesigns for various communication and journalism programs
- Provided course design services to a variety of faculty and courses
- Created administrative policies and procedures to ensure efficient operation
- Directed work that added additional four divisions to the user-experience lab (including Learning Management, Eye-Tracking Research, Social Media Listening/Analytics, etc.)
- Managed the lab budget to ensure proper allotment of resources for hardware and software
- Managed allocation of fiscal resources for research projects
- Ensured compliance to End-User License Agreements (EULAs) and Software Privacy Policies for all software
- Developed high-performing teams by providing mentorship, guidance, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Enhanced team collaboration through regular communication, goal setting, and performance evaluations.
- Facilitated cross-functional collaboration for improved decision-making processes within the organization.
- Improved project efficiency with strategic planning, resource allocation, and time management practices.
OFFICE ASSISTANT
UK College of Communication and Information
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Provided clerical and administrative support to the Dean and three staff members
- Created a new system for the Director of Development to manage incoming daily donations
- Digitized and organized donor records
- Assisted those meeting with the Dean
- Directed over 10 calls per day to the appropriate entity
- Assisted with research projects related to communication
- Assisted with ensuring compliance with APA style
- Executed a record-filing system to improve document organization and management
PEER INSTRUCTOR
University of Kentucky Student and Academic Life
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Assisted in curricula development and lesson planning for UK-101/201 (Academic Orientation)
- Implemented technology to improve course engagement
- Provided Canvas LMS support to students and co-instructors
- Designed and implemented Canvas shells that included best practices for usability and student-friendliness
- Developed engaging curricula for first-year students taking Academic Orientation
- Taught over 100 students fundamentals of college life, academic success, financial well-being, diversity, and inclusion
- Guided students on academic probation to improve their study and time- management skills
- Assisted in assessing student work and posting grades in Canvas
- Other administrative and curricular duties as needed
- Liaised with other peer instructors to establish best practices in pedagogy
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
UK College of Communication and Information
08.2017 - 12.2017
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities
- Demonstrated knowledge of evidence-based strategies to foster independence and social academic engagement
- Recorded grades for coursework and tests in Canvas LMS for 65-students
- Assisted with COM-381, Intro
- To Leadership, Entrepreneurship, and Communication
- Managed course Canvas Shell and fixed any problems incurred by students
- Set up Canvas shell for student submissions
- Provided instructional support and guest lectures
- Demonstrated pedagogical best practices in a medium-lecture class format
- Assisted in developing curricula related to leadership and information technology
Education
Master of Science - Information Communication Technology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Information Communication Technology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05.2017
Skills
- Learning modalities
- Course material development
- Collaboration
- Supervision
- Project planning
- Canvas LMS
- Relationship building
- Strategic planning
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Project management
- Creativity and innovation
Certification
- MagicSchool AI Level III Certified Educator (2023)
- Quality Matters: Seventh Edition Rubric Update (2023)
- Quality Matters: Continuing and Professional Education Reviewer Certification (2022)
- Quality Matters: Quality Matters Higher Education Peer Reviewer Certification, 2021
- Flipgrid Level I Certified Educator (2021)
- Quality Matters: Applying the Quality Matters Rubrics, 2018
- Question. Persuade. Refer. (QPR) Suicide Prevention Training, 2021 & 2024
Timeline
Nursing 101/UK 101 Instructor
University Of Kentucky College Of Nursing
08.2022 - 12.2024
Director of Instructional Design and Curriculum
University Of Kentucky College Of Nursing
07.2021 - Current
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
University of Kentucky College of Nursing
11.2019 - 07.2021
INSTRUCTIONAL ASSISTANT
UK College of Communication and Information
08.2017 - 12.2017
DIRECTOR/DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
CI CoLab / University of Kentucky
05.2017 - 07.2019
PEER INSTRUCTOR
University of Kentucky Student and Academic Life
08.2016 - 05.2017
OFFICE ASSISTANT
UK College of Communication and Information
05.2016 - 08.2016
INFORMATION AND ACADEMIC TECHNOLOGY CONSULTANT
Self-Employed
08.2012 - Current
Master of Science - Information Communication Technology
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Science - Information Communication Technology
University of Kentucky
Awards
- Marquis Who's Who Honored Listee (2024)
- UK College of Nursing: Excellence in Support of The College of Nursing (2024)
- UK College of Nursing: Staff Member of The Year (2020)
- UK College of Nursing: Dean's PUMA Award for Excellence (2020)
- UK College of Communication and Information: Maurice A. Clay Award for Leadership, Scholastic Achievement, Conspicuous Attainment, and Service to the College
- UK College of Communication and Information: Multiple Dean's List Honors
- Recipient of the 2008 UK Robinson Scholarship | Full Undergraduate Scholarship
Leadership Experience
- Chair, UK College of Nursing Staff Council, 2022 - Present
- Industry Expert, Information and Academic Technology, Business Advisory Committee, Rockcastle County Area Technology Center, 2022 - Present
- Co-Chair, Technology Enhancement Council, UK College of Nursing, 2023 - Present
- Co-Chair, Strategic Planning Innovation Committee, UK College of Nursing, 2024 - Present
- Member, Work-Life Committee, UK College of Nursing 2019 - Present
- Co-Chair, Instructional Design Innovation Council, UK College of Nursing, 2020 - 2023
- Chair, Dean's Student Leadership Council (SLC), UK College of Communication and Information, 2017 - 2019
- Member, Psychology Student Association, UK College of Arts and Sciences, 2019
- Student Representative, Dean Search Committee, UK College of Communication and Information, 2019
- President, Interim President, Vice-President, and Communications Director, Information Communication Technology Student Association (ICTSA), UK College of Communication and Information, 2016 - 2019
- Student Representative, College of Communication and Information National Advisory Board (NAB), UK College of Communication and Information, 2016 - 2019
- Chair, UK Remembers Planning Committee, 2015
Awards
- Marquis Who's Who Honored Listee (2024)
- UK College of Nursing: Excellence in Support of The College of Nursing (2024)
- UK College of Nursing: Staff Member of The Year (2020)
- UK College of Nursing: Dean's PUMA Award for Excellence (2020)
- UK College of Communication and Information: Maurice A. Clay Award for Leadership, Scholastic Achievement, Conspicuous Attainment, and Service to the College
- UK College of Communication and Information: Multiple Dean's List Honors
- Recipient of the 2008 UK Robinson Scholarship | Full Undergraduate Scholarship
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