Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Software
Timeline
Melodie  Brewer

Melodie Brewer

Instructional Design and Facilitation Expert
Surprise,AZ

Summary

Motivational educational leader excited to develop successful training plans that meet dynamic organizational needs. Forward-thinking, motivated and passionate about aligning learning with objectives. Highly organized, analytical and skilled at managing all administrative needs. Enthusiastic personality with a hands-on, creative style.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Digital Content Developer / L&D Facilitator

Vinebrook Homes
Dayton, OH
11.2022 - Current
  • Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in performance and develop targeted learning solutions.
  • Consulted with individual business units to determine desired learning outcomes.
  • Used Articulate, Vyond, Camtasia, WellSaid Labs, Canva, Microsoft Office, and more to deliver top-quality training videos, interactive courses, job aids, manuals, and other documentation to address the needs of specialist groups.
  • Collaborated with our digital marketing team to enhance content.
  • Managed competing deadlines with efficiency.
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
  • Facilitated virtual, in-person and blended learning sessions.
  • Created and managed courses and tracked participation on LMS.
  • Created and facilitated a comprehensive leadership development curriculum for more than 100 employees.


Training Program Manager / Supervisor

Zillow Group
Scottsdale, AZ
06.2019 - 06.2022
  • Coordinated with corporate leadership to identify training and development opportunities to optimize performance.
  • Monitored team performance metrics (KPI's, OKR's) and employee progress and identified coaching opportunities.
  • Authored and updated all department training materials, including courses, job aids, video modules, and online activities.
  • Developed and implemented change management protocols for Resale Department.
  • Provided program management expertise in lean Six Sigma methodology.
  • Reported on ROI based on pre- and post-training behaviors, metrics, and skills assessments.
  • developed and managed a virtual new employee orientation training process for more than 200 employees.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally with headquarters, regional and other teams nationally to maintain consistent message and experience.
  • Monitored customer buying trends, market conditions, and competitor actions to adjust strategies and achieve sales goals.
  • Compiled and analyzed data to determine approaches to improve sales and performance.
  • Coached employees in successful selling methods.
  • Resolved escalated customer issues quickly to close deals and boost client satisfaction.

Owner/Director

Phoenix Cheer Elite
Phoenix, AZ
06.2016 - 09.2019
  • Devised and deployed sales and marketing tactics to drive strategic growth and support the achievement of revenue goals.
  • Created realistic budgets based on costs and fees.
  • Studied market trends to determine optimal pricing of goods and services and to capitalize on emerging opportunities.
  • Built and deployed operational procedures, training programs, and administrative systems to handle needs.
  • Hired, trained, and motivated staff to perform daily business functions and increase productivity and customer satisfaction.
  • Oversaw staff schedules and assignments to handle programming demands.
  • Organized competitions, showcases, and other events.

Math Education Consultant

Paradise Valley Unified School District
Phoenix, AZ
07.2014 - 05.2016
  • Integrated with educators to create successful teaching aids and instructional materials, assisting learners.
  • Evaluated classroom teachers through quarterly classroom observations.
  • Provided recommendations for modification, development or improvement of K-12 mathematics instruction and professional development opportunities to teachers and administration.
  • Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.

Instructional Coach

Laveen Elementary School District
Phoenix, AZ
06.2013 - 05.2014
  • Coached teachers to improve practices through professional development and modeling instructional strategies.
  • Developed staff members' attitudes, skills and knowledge through various professional development targeted topics.
  • Analyzed student data, diagnosed instructional needs and identified research-based instructional strategies.
  • Performed classroom evaluations to assess teacher strategies and effectiveness.
  • Reviewed formative and summative data and information from diagnostic tests to accurately assess students and drive instruction.

Technology Integration Specialist

Dysart Unified School District
Surprise, AZ
06.2008 - 05.2013
  • Utilized Moodle to create a custom Learning Management System for students and teachers.
  • Effectively implemented best training practices and adult learning principles in planning and creation of professional development opportunities.
  • Worked closely with instructors to develop and model online tools and strategies for 21st Century teaching.
  • Created the district's first online staff training program for iSchool, a virtual learning platform for K-12 learners.

Lecturer

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
01.2010 - 01.2012
  • Selected and designed syllabi, lesson plans and curriculum to meet academic objectives.
  • Used Blackboard LMS and Google Educational Suite to facilitate student learning.

Teacher

Dysart Unified School District
Surprise, AZ
07.2005 - 05.2008

Education

Real Estate Salerperson License -

Renewal Education, Phoenix, AZ
08.2018 - 10.2018

Master of Arts - Instructional Technology

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
01.2008 - 05.2010

GPA: 4.0

Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ
08.2001 - 05.2005

GPA: 4.0

Skills

Course creation and management

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Software

Learning Management Systems

Instructional Design Tools: Snagit, Camtasia, Articulate 360, Vyond

Google Certified Instructor

Microsoft Office

Salesforce, Asana, Jira

Timeline

Digital Content Developer / L&D Facilitator - Vinebrook Homes
11.2022 - Current
Training Program Manager / Supervisor - Zillow Group
06.2019 - 06.2022
Renewal Education - Real Estate Salerperson License,
08.2018 - 10.2018
Owner/Director - Phoenix Cheer Elite
06.2016 - 09.2019
Math Education Consultant - Paradise Valley Unified School District
07.2014 - 05.2016
Instructional Coach - Laveen Elementary School District
06.2013 - 05.2014
Lecturer - Arizona State University
01.2010 - 01.2012
Technology Integration Specialist - Dysart Unified School District
06.2008 - 05.2013
Arizona State University - Master of Arts, Instructional Technology
01.2008 - 05.2010
Teacher - Dysart Unified School District
07.2005 - 05.2008
Arizona State University - Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education
08.2001 - 05.2005
Melodie BrewerInstructional Design and Facilitation Expert