Sheena Wester
Westfield
Summary
Strategic and passionate Training Manager with 15+ years of experience designing, delivering, and optimizing learning programs for both internal teams and external partners. Proven success in empowering educators, sales teams, and operational leaders with mobile-enabled, data-driven training strategies. Adept in instructional design, leadership development, and performance improvement in fast-paced, compliance-focused environments. Recognized for building high-performing cultures through innovation, incl...
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Educator & Training Facilitator
South Mountain Schools
01.2023 - Current
- Designed and facilitated professional training for internal educators and external caregivers on ECSEL.
- Led initiatives in behavioral threat assessment and psychological safety.
- Delivered high-impact workshops to improve caregiver engagement.
- Used learning platforms to monitor and enhance training outcomes.
- Taught more than 180 classes or workshops per year.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
- Developed engaging curriculum materials, resulting in increased student interest and understanding of subject matter.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current with latest educational research and best practices, translating findings into actionable improvements for the classroom.
- Established strong rapport with parents through consistent communication, supporting their involvement in the educational process and addressing concerns promptly.
Instructional Leader & Mentor Teacher
Bryant Elementary School
01.2013 - 12.2022
- Improved learner performance through strategic training.
- Built SCORM-compliant learning aligned with KPIs.
- Led LMS integration and tech adoption initiatives.
- Mentored new educators and supported development planning.
- Alternated training methods to diversify instruction, strengthen learning opportunities, and enhance program success.
- Communicated all learning and performance objectives, schedules, and training assessments to upper management.
- Monitored and evaluated training performance to determine quality and cohesiveness.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units of study, enriching the overall educational experience for students.
Training Consultant (Remote Instruction Innovation)
Teaneck Board of Education
01.2020 - 12.2020
- Created digital learning programs during pandemic.
- Developed asynchronous and synchronous content.
- Evaluated engagement metrics to improve delivery.
- Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
- Participated in workshops and presentations related to projects to gain knowledge.
- Maintained database systems to track and analyze operational data.
- Developed effective improvement plans in alignment with goals and specifications.
- Coordinated logistics of and delivering training to up to 21 personnel.
Instructional Support & Special Education Liaison
Lowell Elementary School
01.2006 - 12.2013
- Trained staff in ABA and inclusive education.
- Developed supplemental curriculum and collaborated across teams.
- Collaborated with teachers to conduct behavioral assessments and intervention plans for 23 students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education K-6
Montclair State University
05.2007
Skills
- Corporate & Partner Training
- Adult Learning Theory
- Mobile & Remote Learning Enablement
- Instructional Design
- SCORM
- Leadership Development
- Coaching
- Account Growth Training
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Behavioral Frameworks
- SEL Frameworks
- Stakeholder Communication
- Engagement
- Literacy development
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Lead Educator & Training Facilitator
South Mountain Schools
01.2023 - Current
Training Consultant (Remote Instruction Innovation)
Teaneck Board of Education
01.2020 - 12.2020
Instructional Leader & Mentor Teacher
Bryant Elementary School
01.2013 - 12.2022
Instructional Support & Special Education Liaison
Lowell Elementary School
01.2006 - 12.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Early Childhood Education K-6
Montclair State University
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