Josiah Wheeler
Little Rock,AR
Summary
Creative educator and instructional designer with over a decade of experience designing various instructor-led trainings (ILTs), virtual instructor-led trainings (VILTs), and blended learning solutions that align with organizational goals. Passionate e-learning developer skilled in problem solving using innovative solutions that align adult learning theories and best practices. Innovative educational professional adept at using research-based strategies to enhance student learning outcomes. Skilled in collaborating with faculty to design impactful teaching interventions and development workshops, while utilizing LMS, educational technologies, and multimedia tools effectively. Strong communicator and project manager with a deep understanding of Adult Learning theory and active learning strategies, committed to improving educational practices and fostering positive relationships.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Educator
Western Hills Elementary School
Little Rock, AR
08.2019 - Current
- Interview Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to maximize impact of learning plan for a diverse learner pool
- Perform needs assessment and define learning objectives to align with organizational goals and guide curriculum development
- Design infographic for learners to recall standard operating procedures (SOPs)
- Collaborate with SMEs in multiple departments to align learning with learner needs
- Develop VILT on new technology for a train-the-trainer session using Adult Learning Principles to make learning more engaging
- Collaborate with team to create assessments that align with business goals
- Design engaging, learner-centered ILT and VILT based on gap analysis and best practices to meet business goals
- Analyze data to evaluate implementation of current training and revise to increase effectiveness and improve learner engagement
- Revise instructional content from ILT to e-learning for implementation within the learning management system (LMS)
- Work with team to create project timelines and desired outcomes, and communicate regularly with stakeholders to ensure deadlines are met
- Develop blended learning from training materials to increase learning engagement and interaction.
Director of Operations
Early Childhood Education Program at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Little Rock, AR
09.2017 - 07.2019
- Created training materials database to streamline tracking and inventory across modules
- Collaborated with stakeholders to meet learning needs
- Managed several annual projects, including community projects, compliance training, and curriculum revision.
- Identified areas where process improvements could be made resulting in increased productivity.
- Developed and implemented operational strategies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve customer satisfaction.
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology solutions designed to streamline processes.
Communications Officer
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
Little Rock, AR
09.2016 - 09.2017
- Created online directory for stakeholders with mobile access
- Designed annual report to visually show attendance change between years and analyzed data to identify causes for abnormalities
- Developed monthly newsletter in Adobe InDesign to highlight events and initiatives
- Partnered with cross-functional team to create and adjust timelines for various projects.
- Worked closely with senior executives to create presentations for internal stakeholders as well as external partners.
Educator
Kelly Education Services
Little Rock, AR
07.2016 - 09.2016
- Evaluated training and made adjustments maximizing learner engagement
- Documented irregularities in performance compared to SOPs.
Educator
Henderson Middle School
Little Rock, AR
08.2012 - 06.2016
- Designed trainings for various levels of technology access to maximize learner engagement and learning outcomes
- Analyzed and revised standard operating procedures for department and developed training to ensure changes were made successfully.
- Integrated multimedia tools such as videos, slideshows, audio recordings into lessons when appropriate.
Education
Applied Instructional Design Certification -
Applied Instructional Design Academy
Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction -
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Bachelors of Music Education -
Ouachita Baptist University
Skills
- Articulate Storyline
- Articulate Rise
- Video Editing (Vyond/Camtasia)
- Curriculum Development
- ADDIE Model
- SAM Model
- MS Office
- Gamification
- Microlearning
- Canva
- Google Suite
- Adult Learning Theory
- Learner Engagement
- Learning Management Systems
Affiliations
- Association for Talent Development
- Learning Guild
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Educator
Western Hills Elementary School
08.2019 - Current
Director of Operations
Early Childhood Education Program at Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
09.2017 - 07.2019
Communications Officer
Trinity Episcopal Cathedral
09.2016 - 09.2017
Educator
Kelly Education Services
07.2016 - 09.2016
Educator
Henderson Middle School
08.2012 - 06.2016
Applied Instructional Design Certification -
Applied Instructional Design Academy
Masters of Education in Curriculum and Instruction -
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
Bachelors of Music Education -
Ouachita Baptist University
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