Hi, I’m
KENDRA NALUBEGA BOOKER
Learning and Leadership Executive
Chicago,IL
Summary
Instructional Design Leader and Learning Strategist with over 12 years of experience in developing learner-centered programs for corporate, higher education, and K-12 environments. Expertise in creating scalable social learning initiatives, certifications, and performance-driven content that enhance leadership development and workplace effectiveness. Proficient in simplifying complex subjects and utilizing AI and data analytics to foster continuous improvement and engagement among diverse learner populations. Strong collaborator with a track record of aligning business objectives with impactful learning solutions.
Overview
9
years of professional experience
4
Certifications
Work History
Apple Inc.Cupertino
Education Leadership Executive
04.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Partnered with education leaders to apply Artificial Intelligence tools in crafting age-appropriate policies and instructional guidelines.
- Coached adult learners in the Apple Learning Coach program across K-12 and higher education, helping them create tailored coaching plans.
- Leveraged AI tools and insights to refine learning strategies for student and educator success.
- Designed the Mac Minutes program from the ground up to train a national sales team, closing product knowledge gaps.
- Built a curriculum for Apple's inaugural Capstone Internship Program, supporting intern acclimation to corporate culture, and contributing to a 100% return rate the second summer.
- Led training programs, supporting a 36% revenue increase and 93%+ customer satisfaction.
Austin Community CollegeAustin
Adjunct Faculty
08.2024 - 01.2025
Job overview
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching methods to improve student engagement.
- Advised students on academic issues and career paths.
- Evaluated student performance through tests, quizzes, and other assessments.
- Published articles, book chapters and books related to area of expertise.
Apple Inc.Cupertino
Senior Leader of Campus Learning & Development
05.2017 - 04.2022
Job overview
- Designed digital-first learning experiences to support Apple adoption across U.S. university campuses.
- Co-launched the Apple Learning Coach Certification, certifying over 450 instructional coaches.
- Led hybrid courses introducing K-12 learners to coding, increasing participation rates by 43%.
University of Illinois SystemChampaign
Senior Instructional Leader
05.2016 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Managed e-learning across three university campuses.
- Created multimedia content reaching over 90,000 learners.
University of IllinoisChampaign
Teacher Educator (EDU 202)
05.2016 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Collaborated with colleagues to design interdisciplinary units that promoted critical thinking skills among students.
- Coached teachers on instructional technology integration into the classroom setting.
Education
University of IllinoisChampaign, IL
Ph.D. from Curriculum & Instruction
05-2024
University of IllinoisChampaign, IL
M.Ed. from Curriculum & Instruction
05-2017
University of IllinoisChampaign, IL
B.A. from Linguistics
05-2016
Skills
- Instructional writing and storytelling
- AI-powered learning design
- Scalable social learning
- Data-driven content optimization
- Learner-centered program development
- Stakeholder collaboration
- Gamified learning design
- Technology tools: Canva, LMS, etc
- Curriculum design
- Qualitative and quantitative research
- Facilitation
- Performance evaluation
- Project management
- Innovative thinking
- Coaching and mentoring
- Interpersonal skills
- Training and development
- Instructional design
- Adult learning theory
- Analytical thinking
- E-learning development
Certification
- Apple Teacher
- Instructional Design
- Program Management
- Learning & Development
- Teaching with Google Classroom
Languages
- English
- Kiswahili
- Luganda
- Kinyarwanda
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Adjunct Faculty
Austin Community College
08.2024 - 01.2025
Education Leadership Executive
Apple Inc.
04.2022 - Current
Senior Leader of Campus Learning & Development
Apple Inc.
05.2017 - 04.2022
Senior Instructional Leader
University of Illinois System
05.2016 - 08.2021
Teacher Educator (EDU 202)
University of Illinois
05.2016 - 08.2020
University of Illinois
Ph.D. from Curriculum & Instruction
University of Illinois
M.Ed. from Curriculum & Instruction
University of Illinois
B.A. from Linguistics
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