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Rachel Lawrimore

Florence,AL

Summary

Dedicated and collaborative instructional technology and education specialist with a dynamic 4-year track record in crafting and supporting compelling in-person and remote learning initiatives. A diligent and innovative team player, committed to assisting organizations in achieving their objectives by delivering immersive and effective learning experiences.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Instructional Designer

Freelance
01.2022 - Current
  • Use Articulate 360, Vyond, Adobe Acrobat, CapCut, and Canva to build interactive learning solutions for 100+ learners each year, focusing on building learner skills in risk-free environments
  • Create action maps and storyboards while following ADDIE framework to build objective-based learning materials
  • Partner with SMEs and instructional designers to review and revise current training using accessibility (WCAG) and Quality Matters (QM) standards
  • Collaborate with SMEs and company leaders using project management tools such as Trello and Monday
  • Designed multimedia presentations that incorporated audio, video, and graphics for engaging online courses.

Online Educator

VocoVision
01.2022 - Current
  • Use Zoom to train staff in key skills, including addressing learner needs and utilizing WCAG standards
  • Applying learning theories such as backward design, Mayer's Principles of Multimedia Learning, Bloom's Taxonomy, and Gane's Nine Events to create objective-driven, virtual learning experiences resulting in 66% increase of learner achievement
  • Create adapted learning materials aligned with WCAG standards using Google Suite





Preschool Educator

Muscle Shoals City Schools
08.2021 - 01.2022
  • Facilitated meetings with stakeholders to evaluate and review data collected on learner progress
  • Collaborated with stakeholders frequently using industry based communication tools and designs created in Canva

Math Special Educator

Russellville City Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Planned, wrote, and submitted 300+ documents for caseload of learners that outlined and analyzed learner capabilities and needs
  • Conducted, analyzed outcomes, and interpreted data of eligibility assessments (BASC-3, GARS-3, Developmental Rating Scales, Performance Measures) to assess learners' current level of performance
  • Incorporated multimedia tools (such as FlipGrid, SeeSaw, and Padlet) to build engaging content
  • Managed and trained staff members in person on how to accurately and effectively deliver instructional materials and content to learners

High School Special Educator

Lauderdale County Schools
12.2019 - 05.2020
  • Incorporated multimedia tools (such as FlipGrid, SeeSaw, and Padlet) to build engaging content
  • Managed and trained staff members in person on how to accurately and effectively deliver instructional materials and content to learners

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of North Alabama
Florence, Alabama
12.2019

Skills

  • Action Mapping, Storyboarding, Needs Analysis, ADDIE, SAM, Content Creation, Graphic Design
  • Storyline 360, Microsoft Office, Google Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Canva, Zoom, CapCut, Vyond
  • Communication, Meeting Facilitation, Writing, Organization, Trello, Monday, MindMeister
  • FlipGrid, SeeSaw, Padlet, Canvas, Blackboard

Timeline

Instructional Designer

Freelance
01.2022 - Current

Online Educator

VocoVision
01.2022 - Current

Preschool Educator

Muscle Shoals City Schools
08.2021 - 01.2022

Math Special Educator

Russellville City Schools
08.2020 - 05.2021

High School Special Educator

Lauderdale County Schools
12.2019 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Science - Education

University of North Alabama
Rachel Lawrimore