Laura Blank
Chesapeake,VA
Summary
Instructional designer with a strong foundation in developing inclusive, high-quality learning experiences and curriculum materials. Experienced in creating customized lesson plans, pacing guides, and engaging content aligned with instructional design principles and adult learning theories. Skilled in leveraging learning management systems, quality rubrics such as Quality Matters, and digital tools to design, refine, and implement educational solutions. Dedicated to improving learner outcomes through creativity, precision, and collaboration.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, VA
07.2022 - 11.2024
- Designed and implemented individualized lesson plans and pacing guides tailored to meet the diverse needs of students with intellectual disabilities, ensuring accessibility, and alignment with educational standards.
- Built engaging curriculum materials and assessments in LMS platforms, such as Canvas, to enhance student learning experiences.
- Conducted quality reviews of instructional content using rubrics like Quality Matters to evaluate and refine course design.
- Applied copyediting tools, like Grammarly, to ensure instructional materials were clear, accurate, and professional.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams, including subject matter experts, and administrators, to create impactful and inclusive instructional strategies.
Accounting Clerk III
Chesapeake Public Schools
Chesapeake, VA
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Compiled and presented detailed reports and financial summaries, demonstrating strong communication and organizational skills.
- Maintained and organized financial records with high accuracy, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
- Collaborated with team members to meet deadlines, highlighting teamwork, and problem-solving capabilities.
Legal Assistant
Reynold's Law Group
Chesapeake, Virginia
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Reviewed, edited, and refined client-facing documents and internal materials for clarity and professionalism.
- Assisted in the preparation of presentations, honing skills in instructional media creation and formatting.
- Conducted research to support projects, showcasing attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering quality work.
Data Entry Clerk
Regent University
Virginia Beach, Virginia
07.2008 - 01.2011
- Entered and maintained data with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring the accuracy of critical records and reports.
- Supported team initiatives by streamlining data management processes, showcasing adaptability to new systems, and tools.
- Assisted in creating organized, user-friendly datasets that improved workflow efficiency.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Norfolk, VA01-2021
Bachelor of Arts - English, Child Psychology
Shepherd University
Shepherdstown, WV06-2005
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Adult Learning Theories
- Learning Management Systems
- Custom Lesson Planning
- Pacing Guide Development
- Quality Assurance for Online Courses
- Copyediting
- Framing Language Development
- E-Learning Content Creation
- Collaboration with SMEs
- Attention to Detail
- Content Accuracy
- Content Review
- Copyediting Tools
- Instructional Media
- Quality Standards
Technical Skills
- Learning Management Systems: Canvas, Blackboard, Synergy
- Content Review & Copyediting Tools: Grammarly, Google Workspace
- Instructional Media: Interactive Videos, Enhanced Media Tools
- Quality Standards: Quality Matters, Rubric-Based Evaluation
Additional Highlights
- Created custom lesson plans and pacing guides for diverse learners, improving engagement and meeting learning objectives.
- Skilled in designing course content aligned with quality assurance standards to enhance learner outcomes.
- Passionate about crafting accessible, effective, and engaging educational experiences tailored to diverse needs.
Timeline
Special Education Teacher
Chesapeake Public Schools
07.2022 - 11.2024
Accounting Clerk III
Chesapeake Public Schools
03.2021 - 07.2022
Legal Assistant
Reynold's Law Group
08.2019 - 06.2020
Data Entry Clerk
Regent University
07.2008 - 01.2011
Some College (No Degree) - Special Education
Old Dominion University
Bachelor of Arts - English, Child Psychology
Shepherd University
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