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Kara Cashwell

Alexandria,Virginia

Summary

Offering over a decade of experience as a learning and development specialist. Highly effective in teaching both groups and individuals. Excels in crafting engaging training curricula and materials while implementing robust evaluation strategies. Driving impactful initiatives and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Now, poised to lead as L&D Onboarding Manager, and ready to leverage expertise to enhance employee onboarding programs, empowering new hires for success.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Learning and Development Manager

My Rockin' Tutor
Alexandria, VA
08.2019 - Current
  • Contributed to development of comprehensive employee training courses.
  • Improved new employee proficiency by 40% by identifying gaps in existing curriculum by conducting thorough needs analysis to identify areas for instructional improvement and targeted training solutions.
  • Assessed training needs through surveys, interviews with employees or focus groups for over
  • Monitors and evaluates recorded training activities or program effectiveness resulting in 30% improvement over 6 month period.
  • Uses role playing, lectures and simulations to present information in variety of instructional techniques and formats.
  • Leverages adult learning principles to ensure optimal engagement levels among diverse groups of learners.
  • Incorporated best practices in instructional design methodologies like ADDIE, SAM, and Agile into project workflows.
  • Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
  • Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines.
  • Delivered new employee onboarding and training sessions reducing training time by 30%

Professional Learning Facilitator

Alexandria City Public Schools
Alexandria, VA
08.2016 - 08.2019
  • Advanced internal staff development through creation of 5 tailored workshops addressing specific company-wide challenges or goals resulting in 70% employee satisfaction in training.
  • Devised and deployed systems for tracking data on employee initial skill proficiency, proficiency immediately after training, and proficiency over time. Reduce unnecessary training by 24%
  • Enhanced program effectiveness by collaborating with colleagues to review and revise curriculum content regularly.
  • Conducted 2 annual training courses to enhance staff understanding of industry best practices and company protocols.
  • Fostered inclusive learning environment by addressing diverse needs and adapting facilitation techniques as needed.
  • Built rapport with diverse groups of stakeholders by demonstrating empathy, active listening skills, and cultural competence during facilitated sessions.
  • Provided constructive feedback to participants during debriefing sessions, fostering personal growth and skill development.
  • Conducted training courses for 56+ management support staff to enhance understanding of industry best practices and company protocols.

Instructional Design and Delivery

Charles Barrett Elementary School
Alexandria, VA
08.2011 - 08.2019
  • Planned and monitored implementation of 6 technology-based learning programs to 70+ clients
  • Delivered private instruction to adult learners in variety of fields on leadership development, professional writing, and delivery of proposals and presentations.
  • Researched and incorporated current trends and data into standard curriculum for state and district standards of learning.
  • Designed course materials and supported implementation.
  • Piloted 3 innovative learning solutions such as mobile apps and virtual reality simulations improving client engagement by 100%.
  • Boosted learner retention rates by 58% with strategically designed reinforcement activities throughout curriculum.
  • Created visually appealing presentations that supported clear communication of complex information.
  • Increased training efficiency by designing and implementing streamlined e-learning modules tailored to specific client needs.
  • Partnered with stakeholders from various departments to gather input on course requirements and expectations, fostering cross-functional collaboration.
  • Utilized LMS and presentation technologies that support learning environment such as Canvas, Prezi, Polling Sites, Google Classroom, Canva

Cooperating Teacher

University Of Virginia And Marymount University
Alexandria, VA
08.2015 - 06.2017
  • Mentored 20 new teachers through coaching sessions and constructive feedback, fostering supportive work environment.
  • Implemented best practices in adult learning theory while designing interactive exercises for active participation throughout session duration.
  • Developed engaging scenario-based activities that challenged learners to apply their new skills in real-world situations effectively.
  • Evaluated learning outcomes through assessment tools, leading to continuous improvement of instructional materials and methodologies. teacher's baseline scores improved 35% after completion

Education

Master of Science - Early Childhood Edu., Specialization in Adult Lear

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
2015

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Delaware
Newark, DE
2011

Skills

  • Application of Adult Learning Theory
  • Learning Management Systems (LMS)
  • Training Needs Analysis
  • Training Program Development
  • Learning Analytics
  • New hire on-boarding
  • Excellent Communication
  • E-learning development
  • Program Management
  • Attention to Detail
  • SME Collaboration
  • Strategic Planning & Problem Solving

Certification

  • HRCI Learning and Development
  • Early Childhood Special Education, Virginia | Early/Primary Education PreK-3, Virginia
  • Arts Integration Certificate of Study, The John F. Kennedy Center: Changing Education Through the Arts

Timeline

Learning and Development Manager

My Rockin' Tutor
08.2019 - Current

Professional Learning Facilitator

Alexandria City Public Schools
08.2016 - 08.2019

Cooperating Teacher

University Of Virginia And Marymount University
08.2015 - 06.2017

Instructional Design and Delivery

Charles Barrett Elementary School
08.2011 - 08.2019

Master of Science - Early Childhood Edu., Specialization in Adult Lear

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education

University of Delaware

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