Sarah Fewell
Plano,TX
Summary
Experienced in designing and delivering creative, comprehensive training programs to enhance employee skills. Applies effective instructional techniques to ensure knowledge retention and application in the workplace. Possesses a strong understanding of adult learning principles and excellent facilitation skills. Engages diverse audiences to foster an inclusive and diverse environment. Demonstrates consistent passion for inclusion and diversity, emphasizing its importance in all aspects of work.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Training and Development Specialist
Health and Human Services, Texas
09.2016 - Current
- Creates and facilitates training for Centers for Independent Living in a virtual environment with adherence to accessibility guidelines
- Coordinates and collaborates with staff in program planning, development and analysis to ensure training provided to staff and external stakeholders fits with program needs and goals
- Collects, analyzes, and prepares clear, concise reports tracking trends for training needs
- Collaborates with program staff to identify training needs, develop training materials, organize and schedule training utilizing various methods, such as webinars, recorded modules, Microsoft Teams meetings, and workshops/conferences
- Manages a database is hundreds of recorded webinars
Independent Living Caseworker
DARS Division for Blind Services
12.2014 - 09.2016
- Provided services to individuals with visual impairments, but also multiple disabilities, including traumatic brain injuries, cognitive disabilities and physical disabilities
- Provided individualized training of independent living skills training
- Co-Lead dual-regional Staff training for the Blind Children’s Program
- Assessed needs of each client and recommended appropriate services and resources.
- Volunteered for consumer group skills training for Adult vocational and Transition Programs
University Lead Instructor
My Possibilities
01.2012 - 11.2014
- Taught daily life skills and social skills to adults with cognitive disabilities with a goal for employment
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs
- Maintain standards of instruction and training job opportunities for students
- Created and compensated for curriculum in vocational and independent living
- Manage program enrollment and student schedules and assignments
- Supervise team of 4 instructors
- Conduct and organize individual pre- and post-semester assessments for grant data
Education
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Online05.2013
Coursework - Information Technology
University of Kaplan
Online12.2007
Skills
- Adept at Designing Interactive Virtual Training Programs
- Effective Problem-Solving Ability
- Collaborative Team Engagement
- Skilled in Facilitating Adult Learning
- Experienced in Developing Educational Goals and Activities
- Proficient in Written and Oral Communication
- Skilled in Utilizing Webinar Software
- Effective Analytical Thinking
- Proficient in Accessibility Standards
- Skilled in American Sign Language and Braille
- Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite
- Excellent Computer Skills
Timeline
Training and Development Specialist
Health and Human Services, Texas
09.2016 - Current
Independent Living Caseworker
DARS Division for Blind Services
12.2014 - 09.2016
University Lead Instructor
My Possibilities
01.2012 - 11.2014
Bachelor of Science - Psychology
University of Phoenix
Coursework - Information Technology
University of Kaplan
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