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Work History
Education
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Renee Lilley

Wichita,KS

Summary

Instructional designer and training professional with over 15 years of experience supporting adult learners through well-designed and engaging training programs. Skilled at developing online, hybrid, and in-person courses that are practical, learner-centered, and aligned with organizational goals. Comfortable working with faculty and cross-functional teams to bring ideas to life through curriculum design, digital tools, and LMS platforms. Currently completing an M.S. in Instructional Design and Performance Technology to further deepen my impact in this field.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Training Specialist

TFI Family Services
08.2019 - Current
  • - Work closely with teams to design and revise training programs using adult learning principles and interactive digital strategies.
  • - Create and update training materials including pre and post tests, real world scenarios, instructional videos, and eLearning modules.
  • - Lead delivery of 50 hours of training each month across virtual and in-person formats for onboarding and staff development.
  • - Use LMS (Absorb) to manage training logistics, and track learner progress.
  • Evaluated training effectiveness using feedback surveys and assessments, making continuous improvements as needed.
  • - Chair the Training and Technology Total Quality Improvement (TQI) committee to enhance learning across departments.
  • - Support more than 250 staff members through mentoring and personalized learning approaches.
  • - Convert existing print-based content into accessible and engaging digital learning materials.

Foster Care Case Worker & MAPP Trainer

TFI Family Services
05.2014 - 08.2019
  • - Facilitated MAPP/DT training for prospective foster parents, focusing on trauma-informed care and licensing requirements.
  • - Led blended learning sessions and created clear, supportive learning environments for families.
  • - Collaborated with multiple departments to assess placements and support child welfare goals.
  • Provided Foster Parent support

Quality Outreach Specialist

Child Start
06.2012 - 05.2014
  • - Planned and delivered professional development to early childhood educators to improve classroom quality.
  • - Designed curriculum and offered hands-on coaching to meet individualized provider needs.
  • - Managed registration and provider information using Salesforce.

Kinship Navigator / Parent Educator

Kansas Children’s Service League
03.2009 - 06.2012
  • - Delivered parenting workshops both in-person and through eLearning platforms.
  • - Helped kinship caregivers navigate school enrollment, healthcare, and legal support systems.

Education

M.S. - Instructional Design and Performance Technology

Baker University
10-2026

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wichita State University
Wichita, KS
05.2006

Associate of Science - Education

Fort Hays State University
Fort Hays, KS

Skills

  • Instructional Design & Curriculum Development
  • Online & Hybrid Course Development
  • Adult Learning
  • Learning Management Systems (Absorb, Moodle, LMS365)
  • Multimedia & Video Integration
  • Faculty/Staff Coaching & Training
  • Course Evaluation & Quality Review
  • Universal Design for Learning (UDL)
  • Interactive learning methods

Certification

  • - MAPP Foundations
  • - TFI Leadership Institute
  • - Developing and Implementing an Outward Mindset (Arbinger Institute)
  • - Outward Leadership (Arbinger Institute)

Timeline

Training Specialist

TFI Family Services
08.2019 - Current

Foster Care Case Worker & MAPP Trainer

TFI Family Services
05.2014 - 08.2019

Quality Outreach Specialist

Child Start
06.2012 - 05.2014

Kinship Navigator / Parent Educator

Kansas Children’s Service League
03.2009 - 06.2012

M.S. - Instructional Design and Performance Technology

Baker University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Wichita State University

Associate of Science - Education

Fort Hays State University

Accomplishments

- Chair, Training & Technology TQI Committee (2024), - Selected participant, TFI Leadership Institute (1 of 15 organization-wide), - Secretary, Support Services TQI Committee (2019–2020)

Renee Lilley