Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Timeline
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Sara Seigla

Mechanicsville,VA
Sara Seigla

Summary

Resourceful and innovative Instructional Designer with almost 15 years of experience in e-learning and curriculum development for a wide variety of cultural and professional backgrounds. Offering insightful analysis of content and design to create value-added learning programs that achieve desired outcomes. Strong communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with stakeholders and assess learning needs.

Overview

15
years of professional experience

Work History

Hanover County Public Schools

Instructional Technology Specialist
08.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Collaborated with faculty to create engaging learning experiences for students through the use of technology.
  • Created course templates that allowed instructors to quickly develop their own courses without having to start from scratch.
  • Assisted faculty in developing online assignments utilizing various digital media formats.
  • Monitored usage analytics data related to student engagement with course content.
  • Developed user guides and tutorials for educational software applications.
  • Assisted in the development of web-based course materials using a variety of authoring tools.
  • Designed and created interactive multimedia content such as audio and video recordings, graphics, animations, simulations, and assessments.
  • Adapted instructional content and delivery methods for different levels and types of learners, applying adult learning theory
  • Planned and conducted teacher training programs and conferences dealing with best practice in digital differentiation.
  • Developed instructional materials, such as lesson plans, handouts and examinations.

MPS
Raleigh, NC

Freelance Curriculum Designer
11.2017 - 10.2022

Job overview

  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Evaluated existing curricula and identified areas for improvement, ultimately leading to increased learner satisfaction.
  • Developed customized learning experiences by incorporating multimedia elements, interactive activities, and real-world examples.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.

King William County Public Schools

Instructional Technology Specialist
05.2020 - 07.2022

Job overview

  • Developed user guides and tutorials for educational software applications.
  • Evaluated new instructional technologies for potential implementation into existing curriculum.
  • Provided guidance on best practices for incorporating accessible design principles into online courses.
  • Presented and made recommendations regarding course design, technology and instruction delivery options.
  • Defined instructional, learnt and performance objectives.
  • Designed learning products, including Web-based aids or electronic performance support systems.

Various

Teacher
08.2009 - 05.2020

Job overview

  • Motivated and engaged students, developing skills and knowledge for academic foundation.
  • Developed and maintained classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate for social and emotional development of students.
  • Engaged students in critical thinking skills through inquiry based activities that encouraged creative problem solving.
  • Demonstrated ability to create engaging and interactive lesson plans for students of all ages and abilities.

Education

Concordia University
Portland, OR

Master of Science from Instruction
05.2018

Longwood University
Farmville, VA

Bachelor of Science from Education
05.2009

Skills

  • Staff Development
  • Data Analytics
  • Learning Management Systems
  • Online Course Creation
  • Instructional Design
  • Curriculum Development
  • Technology Integration
  • Multimedia Production
  • Graphic Design
  • E-Learning Development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Instructional Technology Specialist

Hanover County Public Schools
08.2022 - Current

Instructional Technology Specialist

King William County Public Schools
05.2020 - 07.2022

Freelance Curriculum Designer

MPS
11.2017 - 10.2022

Teacher

Various
08.2009 - 05.2020

Concordia University

Master of Science from Instruction

Longwood University

Bachelor of Science from Education
Sara Seigla