Professional Development Specialist experienced in implementing supplemental online platforms for instruction. Dedicated to improving performance standards, training methods, and team productivity through continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
Detroit, MI
08.2022 - Current
Facilitate in-person and virtual training presentations with teachers, academic coaches, and administrators, training them in the effective implementation of a range of products to support customer onboarding and adoptions, exceeding my KPI target days delivered. (120% of my 2023 goal)
Maintained communication with school leaders and decision makers to meet stakeholders' expectations regarding the booking and delivery of professional development sessions.
Contributed to pre-sales activities by participating in calls with Account Executives and decision makers. Created and implemented learning and development plans for 60+ customers, to support the implementation of 3 Imagine Learning programs.
Analyzed qualitative and quantitative customer data to segment customers and create tailored outreach, engagement campaigns, and differentiated learning plans.
Social Studies Teacher
Grand Rapids Public School
Grand Rapids, MI
12.2020 - 08.2022
Managed 130 students per day while cultivating a positive and engaging educational environment.
Provided individualized instruction for struggling students in order to help them achieve their academic goals.
Collected, analyzed, and input data efficiently using both formal and informal methods.
Transitioned seamlessly between virtual, hybrid, and in-person instruction that promoted student development and success while maintaining effective and highly effective evaluations.
Developed curriculum to promote student engagement in accordance with state and national standards.
Social Studies Teacher
District 49
Colorado Springs, CO
08.2019 - 12.2020
Effectively communicated with the Social Studies department, administration, and parents to ensure a high quality educational experience.
Analyze student assessment data to develop effective lesson plans.
Daily management of over 150 students in a positive classroom environment.
Participate in Professional Learning Communities to plan and implement effective strategies to improve student learning.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University
Allendale, MI
04-2019
Skills
Performance Improvement
Needs Assessment
Project development
Process Improvement
Presentations / Training
Education Partnerships
Strategic Planning / Execution
Curriculum Development
Program Management
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Professional Development Specialist
Imagine Learning
08.2022 - Current
Social Studies Teacher
Grand Rapids Public School
12.2020 - 08.2022
Social Studies Teacher
District 49
08.2019 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Secondary Education
Grand Valley State University
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