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KIRAN SIDHPURA

Mount Prospect,IL

Summary

Knowledgeable Technical Trainer with talent for creating and improving programs, classes and modules to achieve diverse objectives. Top-notch project manager, team player and communicator. Looking to leverage 17 years technical trainer in the Education, Utility company , and Nuclear Industry experience to take on a permanent role with the chance to enhance company operations at all levels.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

OP&S Training Program Specialist

Constellation
10.2023 - Current
  • Drives station and personnel performance improvement through the use of training
  • Coordinates, and conducts performance-based operations training programs based on the Constellation ADDIE Process
  • Assures the training programs are maintained current and incorporate information gained from INPO Significant Operating Experience Reports
  • Prepares trainee examination and conducts trainee evaluations for classroom, laboratory, OJT, and simulator environments, as appropriate, and conducts counseling sessions for trainees, evaluates the results, and recommends/develops individualized training programs
  • Support station and fleet in the areas of business initiatives, project management, refuel outage support, EP duties, and special projects
  • Maintains knowledge of plant operations, disciplinary skills, and techniques, commensurate with the responsibility to develop and conduct effective, high-quality training
  • Supervises the collection and maintenance of auditable training records and reports required to document training program activities.

Training Specialist for Oracle Customer Care and Billing CC&B Project

Com ED
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Deliver course content as needed in various settings and locations such as classroom, virtual classroom, field, or laboratory settings in a safe and productive learning environment
  • Assist in designing and developing training materials consistent with the department's program design and development methodology by participating in training and line committees as needed
  • Anticipate and conduct course maintenance to incorporate and update materials and evaluation instruments to reflect changes in work practices, company policy, process, and technology enhancements
  • Facilitate on-the-job training and evaluations
  • Conduct quality evaluation audits and facilitate calibration sessions with stakeholders.

Senior Training Associate

Microsoft
07.2022 - 02.2023
  • Increase leads to turn training into sales opportunities
  • Improve conversion by leveraging our training value proposition
  • Drive deployment and usage by delivering Customer Success Training and our value proposition
  • Contribute to success metrics
  • Drive People Trained and manage accounts
  • Develop and inspire our team members
  • Commit to being an active and intentional participant in creating a diverse and inclusive Microsoft
  • Invest in professional growth and development through upskilling.

Instructional Technology Coach

Maywood District 89
03.2016 - 08.2022
  • Managing school technology integration
  • Technology Coordinator for the school (MAP, PARCC, ISA, ACCESS, etc.)
  • Facilitate a range of PD opportunities, including group (large and small) and individual coaching sessions
  • (Microsoft Office 365)
  • Work with teachers using technology and pedagogy to address standards such as the Common Core plan and execute engaging lessons that drive student achievement with technology
  • Design coherent instruction aligning learning activities with instructional outcomes
  • Model and coach lesson planning
  • Worked with school instructional leaders to drive the strategic, appropriate, and visionary use of technology in instructional practice
  • Develops/implements formative assessments and uses results to plan for future instruction
  • Research, evaluate, and classroom-test new technology strategies continuously
  • Teach Coding and computer programming
  • Updates and maintains software for teachers and staff members
  • Support Stevenson Middle School’s mission and vision
  • Works cooperatively with administrators, supervisors, and vendors
  • Supporting the use of technology for special events such as A/V requirements
  • Actively and effectively communicates with the Chief Technology Officer
  • Participates in staff development programs as assigned
  • Demonstrates effective planning, organization, and teamwork
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and multi-task activities and projects
  • Also taught Virtual Reality, Broadcasting, Coding, Steam, APP design, Coding with Drones, 3D printing, Robotics, Web design, Computer programming, and MS certification course.

Technology Teacher (Exploring Computer Science)

Young Women’s Leadership Charter School
08.2015 - 01.2017
  • Teach 9-12th Grade students computer Science curriculum for high school that includes, keyboarding skills, problem-solving, Computer data analysis, programming, coding, web design, and Robotics with real-life situations and experiences
  • Provided Technology PD for teachers and administrators and provided level-one support to all staff members
  • Assists in developing school website
  • Training to become Google certified Teacher
  • Teach Exploring Computer Science curriculum to 10th-grade students as a pilot program
  • Support Student teachers/teacher interns.

Technology Teacher

Chicago Public School
08.2014 - 01.2015
  • Teach Technology Curriculum and Computer science to over 425 students from Grades K-8 Design Curriculum based on the IL Technology Standards
  • Created and maintained School Website
  • Provide support to all staff members.

Technology Teacher

St. Richard School
Chicago
08.2012 - 06.2013
  • Teach technology curriculum to over 320 students in grades pre-K through 8th
  • Maintain the school website and social networking sites
  • Provide Level I tech support for school staff and maintain two computer labs.

Substitute Teacher

River Trail District 26
01.2009 - 01.2012
  • Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
  • Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
  • Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
  • Maintained student attendance and assignment records to prevent lapses during teacher absences.
  • Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
  • Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
  • Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
  • Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.

Applied Technology Teacher

Niles School District 71
08.2008 - 06.2009
  • Taught applied technology to 6,7, and 8th-grade students
  • Technology based on Lab-Volt computer-based learning systems, simulation training software, and modular multimedia educational programs with supporting classroom management systems, as well as web-based training programs
  • Implemented instructional programs to meet the diverse needs of the students and provide related educational services
  • Created assessment and management tools to evaluate student progress and integrated technology to create projects that relate to real-life experiences
  • Directed Webmaster club as an extracurricular activity.

Computer Lab Assistant/Technology Facilitator

River Trail School District 26
03.2008 - 06.2008
  • Updated software versions with patches and new installations to close security loopholes and protect users.
  • Assisted faculty and students with using computer software and hardware.
  • Managed laboratory software, tested materials and verified security of hardware.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Performed variety of clerical and administrative duties pertaining to on-site support.
  • Developed training materials and procedures or trained users in proper use of hardware or software.
  • Developed and improved curricula, course formats and lesson presentations for diverse topics.
  • Improved student learning by defining and articulating learning outcomes and analyzing performance metrics and measurements.
  • Offered subject matter expertise on curriculum design, selection and purchasing.
  • Developed curriculum and learning materials to increase comprehension.
  • Utilized knowledge of industry best practices to improve upon existing training methods.

Student Teaching

Hitch School
Chicago, IL
08.2007 - 12.2007
  • Developed deeper understanding of teaching strategies with increasing responsibility for student learning.
  • Collaborated with teacher to plan and achieve instructional goals and objectives.
  • Observed educators teaching various lessons, interacting with students and managing classrooms to gain insight and understanding of duties and responsibilities.
  • Created lesson plans to incorporate mandated topics and include immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Attended and contributed to staff meetings.
  • Observed teachers in classrooms to improve skills and communication.
  • Implemented questioning and discussion techniques to encourage student participation and knowledge acquisition.

Teacher Assistant

District 62, Cumberland School
Des Plaines, IL
10.2006 - 06.2007
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Maintained organized and clean classroom and play areas.
  • Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Worked one-on-one with special needs students to help navigate through school challenges.
  • Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.

Teacher Assistant

Gomes Elementary School
Fremont, CA
03.2003 - 06.2006
  • Prepared visual aids, equipment and classroom displays to foster learning.
  • Monitored computer usage and assisted students with hardware and software issues.
  • Discussed assigned duties with classroom teachers to coordinate instructional efforts.
  • Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
  • Tutored and assisted children individually and in small groups to help master assignments and reinforce learning concepts.
  • Organized student performance and enrichment activities to facilitate learning.
  • Utilized instructional techniques and hands-on curriculum to retain interest and maximize receptive learning in students.

Management Specialist

Howard Johnson Motel
01.1996 - 01.2003
  • Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
  • Collected company information and developed PowerPoint presentations for use in decision-making.
  • Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
  • Evaluated needs of departments and delegated tasks to optimize overall production.
  • Tracked project schedules and encouraged teams to complete tasks on time while staying on budget.
  • Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
  • Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
  • Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
  • Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.

Teacher’s Assistant

Franklin School, District 64
Park Ridge, IL
01.2007
  • Assisted teachers with instruction and provided clerical support for diverse needs.

Education

Master in Educational Business Administration -

American College of Education
08.2024

Master of Education (Curriculum and Design) -

Jones International University
Denver, CO
12.2007

BSc. Chemical Engineering -

London University

Skills

  • Technical training
  • Performance improvement
  • Training program coordination and development
  • Trainee evaluation and counseling
  • Business initiatives and project management
  • Refuel outage support
  • EP duties and special projects
  • Plant operations knowledge
  • Training record maintenance
  • Course content delivery
  • Training material design and development
  • On-the-job training and evaluations
  • Quality evaluation audits
  • Customer success training
  • Sales opportunity conversion
  • Team development and inspiration
  • Diversity and inclusion commitment
  • Professional growth and upskilling
  • School technology integration management
  • Technology coordinator
  • Professional development facilitation
  • Lesson planning and coaching
  • Technology-driven instruction design
  • Formative assessment development
  • Technology strategy research and evaluation
  • Coding and computer programming instruction
  • Software maintenance and support
  • AV requirements support
  • Communication with technology officers
  • Staff development participation
  • Planning, organization, and teamwork
  • Prioritization and multitasking
  • Computer science curriculum teaching
  • Keyboarding skills instruction
  • Problem-solving and data analysis
  • Programming, coding, and web design teaching
  • Robotics instruction
  • Google certified teacher training
  • Technology curriculum teaching
  • School website development and maintenance
  • Tech support for staff members
  • Religious studies and language arts teaching
  • Applied technology teaching
  • Instructional program development
  • Assessment and management tool creation
  • Webmaster club leadership
  • Computer lab assistance and technology facilitation
  • Student teaching
  • Teacher assistant experience
  • Management specialist experience
  • Microsoft Suite proficiency
  • Smartboard and Promethean Board usage
  • MIT Scratch, Java, HTML proficiency
  • Live binder, Mac/MS Microsoft Office Portal proficiency
  • FileMaker Pro, PageMaker, board maker, Comic life proficiency
  • Auto sketch for CAD, Multimedia Flash for Animation proficiency
  • Canvas for Graphic design, Map and Zap for Artificial Intelligence proficiency
  • Starlight Galaxy for Space Exploration proficiency
  • Project Planning
  • Process Analysis
  • Program Evaluation

Volunteer Experience

  • PTC member, Fremont, CA, 2000 - 2002
  • Tutor, Fremont, CA, 2005 - 2006
  • Chairperson, Multicultural Group at Mission San Jose Elementary School, Fremont, CA, 2001 – 2006

Affiliations

  • Awarded for Improving Technology Enhancement in Middle School.

Timeline

OP&S Training Program Specialist

Constellation
10.2023 - Current

Training Specialist for Oracle Customer Care and Billing CC&B Project

Com ED
04.2023 - 10.2023

Senior Training Associate

Microsoft
07.2022 - 02.2023

Instructional Technology Coach

Maywood District 89
03.2016 - 08.2022

Technology Teacher (Exploring Computer Science)

Young Women’s Leadership Charter School
08.2015 - 01.2017

Technology Teacher

Chicago Public School
08.2014 - 01.2015

Technology Teacher

St. Richard School
08.2012 - 06.2013

Substitute Teacher

River Trail District 26
01.2009 - 01.2012

Applied Technology Teacher

Niles School District 71
08.2008 - 06.2009

Computer Lab Assistant/Technology Facilitator

River Trail School District 26
03.2008 - 06.2008

Student Teaching

Hitch School
08.2007 - 12.2007

Teacher’s Assistant

Franklin School, District 64
01.2007

Teacher Assistant

District 62, Cumberland School
10.2006 - 06.2007

Teacher Assistant

Gomes Elementary School
03.2003 - 06.2006

Management Specialist

Howard Johnson Motel
01.1996 - 01.2003

Master in Educational Business Administration -

American College of Education

Master of Education (Curriculum and Design) -

Jones International University

BSc. Chemical Engineering -

London University

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