Sheradan Jennings
Learning And Development Specialist
Westminster,CO
Summary
Highly motivated professional with 3+ years of experience in building curriculum and content for both in person and virtual learners. Ability to assess learning needs and develop attainable goals for solutions. Proven work experience in effective design and execution of instruction through applying an expertise in learning strategies. Adept at working with eLearning development, learning management systems and subject matter experts. Successful track record in meeting set goals and targets within weekly, quarterly, monthly, and annual deadlines. Technically proficient in many areas.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Instructional Coach
Doral Academy
Westminster, CO
08.2021 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to determine objectives, instructional strategies, lesson plans and curriculum outlines for both in person and eLearning courses
- Supported subject matter experts through researching instructional content and identifying course learning outcomes
- Created and delivered high-impact presentations using multiple technology platforms, including Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
- Implemented adult learning theory and instructional design principles to coach adult educators in best instructional practices
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously with a team of six, ensuring performance, quality, strategy and timelines were achieved
- Functioned as a team lead within the department, achieving recognition for excellence in leadership for a team of six
Live Synchronous 3rd Grade Teacher
Doral Academy
Westminster, CO
08.2020 - 08.2021
- Utilized a variety of e-learning development tools and learning management systems to educate 20 participants
- Developed and managed content delivery schedules for seven live synchronous courses to ensure deadlines were met on a daily basis
- Analyzed data from various eLearning courses to identify learning needs and develop learning solutions for course participants
- Collaborated with subject matter experts and school stakeholders to design eLearning curriculum from scratch
- Hosted live video trainings for course participants, as well as virtual team meetings for staff on a daily basis
- Designed and developed all school-wide performance evaluation forms for quarterly review
K-2 Reading Teaching (On Site and Virtual)
Doral Academy
Westminster, CO
08.2019 - 08.2020
- Conducted needs assessments for 60 participants to assign targeted instruction and the appropriate trainer to each group
- Reassessed students every 2 weeks to restructure groupings according to data
- Coordinated, planned, developed and facilitated virtual instruction for over 60 participants via Zoom
- Created and uploaded virtual learning videos, using iMovie, with screen capture and webcam
- Delivered all course components within the agreed upon timeframe set by collaboration with stakeholders
Summer Teaching Fellow
Uncommon Schools
Brooklyn, NY
05.2016 - 07.2016
- Coordinated, planned and taught instruction for incoming first grade students to ensure learning continued throughout the summer
- Supported students and community members in closing education gaps in high needs areas of New York
- Collaborated with team members to plan for a very diverse student population
Sales Intern
Medcerts
Livonia, MI
05.2014 - 07.2014
- Completed as many as 50 outbound calls each day to warm and cold leads.
- Helped sales professionals maintain customer relationships by making follow up calls to recent buyers
- Organized company files and created support system to decrease workload and increase productivity
- Supported sales team with administrative assistance such as coordinating paperwork and responding to basic inquiries
- Shadowed sales professionals to gain deeper insight into best practices and strategies for maximizing sales revenue
Education
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Loyola University of Chicago
Chicago, IL 05.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
Bloomington, IN 08.2013 - 05.2017
Skills
Leadership
Timeline
Instructional Coach
Doral Academy
08.2021 - 05.2022
Live Synchronous 3rd Grade Teacher
Doral Academy
08.2020 - 08.2021
K-2 Reading Teaching (On Site and Virtual)
Doral Academy
08.2019 - 08.2020
Master of Education - Elementary Education
Loyola University of Chicago
05.2017 - 05.2019
Summer Teaching Fellow
Uncommon Schools
05.2016 - 07.2016
Sales Intern
Medcerts
05.2014 - 07.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Indiana University Bloomington
08.2013 - 05.2017
Technical Proficiencies
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Suite
Zoom
Slack
Teams
LMS Systems
iMovie
Canva
Articulate 360
Technical Proficiencies
Microsoft Office Suite
Google Suite
Zoom
Slack
Teams
LMS Systems
iMovie
Canva
Articulate 360
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