Melissa Venable
Summary
Dynamic Learning Design Specialist and Team Leader with a proven track record at enhancing learning through innovative design and leadership in developing K-12 coursework. Excellent in content strategy planning and multimedia integration, significantly contributing to project success. Skilled in editing and proofreading, with a knack for fostering engaging, accessible learning environments to retain talented content creators.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Learning Design Specialist
LearningMate
06.2022 - Current
- Contributed to successful design for AP Physics and Physical Science courses working with project managers, graphic designers, web developers, and content creators.
- Trained and supervised groups of content creators.
- Developed storyboards for interactive content and web-based content.
- Shaped media and content using best practices applying NGSS curriculum and content knowledge.
Team Lead
The Reimagined Classroom
04.2022 - Current
- Worked with clients such as Cengage, Propello, and Learnosity to produce project-based learning content.
- Coached writers in techniques necessary to complete job tasks.
- Produced gold standard model for writing projects and reviewed the work of writers.
Web Development Consultant
Citation Labs
05.2013 - 07.2014
- Contributed to business growth through effective collaboration with director to develop sites.
- Enhanced user experience by planning and designing web layouts specific for target audiences.
- Created engaging content with the purpose of benefitting the user and received accolades for creativity.
Science Teacher
NC Public Schools
08.1996 - 05.2022
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
- Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
- Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
Education
M.Ed - Executive Leadership in Education
Gardner Webb University
05.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Physics
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
05.1996
Skills
- Layout Design
- Infographics Creation
- Accessibility Design
- Presentation Design
- Leadership
- Design Research
- Concept Development
- Editing and Proofreading proficiency
- Content Development
- Multimedia integration
- Content Strategy Planning
Accomplishments
- Achieved course completion and led two learning designers and ten person writing team.
- Created workflow strategies to improve team efficiency to meet deadlines.
Certification
- Micromaster in Instructional Design from the University of Maryland through EdX - December 2023
- Airman Third Class, Private Pilot, April 2015
Timeline
Learning Design Specialist
LearningMate
06.2022 - Current
Team Lead
The Reimagined Classroom
04.2022 - Current
Web Development Consultant
Citation Labs
05.2013 - 07.2014
Science Teacher
NC Public Schools
08.1996 - 05.2022
M.Ed - Executive Leadership in Education
Gardner Webb University
Bachelor of Arts - Physics
University of North Carolina At Greensboro
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