OBJECTIVE

Dedicated Instructional Designer with 3.5 years of experience in higher education and non-profit sectors. Seeking to contribute my expertise in designing innovative online educational programs and leveraging digital learning tools to create and contribute to any Instructional Design endeavor. Utilizing over 14.5 years of multifaceted experience as educator, curriculum developer, healthcare service coordinator, and healthcare educator to support Instructional Design capabilities.

EDUCATION

MASTER OF ARTS, SUMMA CUM LAUDE – EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNOLOGY

Indiana University of Pennsylvania – Indiana, Pennsylvania – May 2023

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, SUMMA CUM LAUDE – ELEMENTARY EDUCATION AND EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION

Duquesne University School of Education – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – May 2008

Duquesne University Honors College – Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania – May 2008

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER    JANUARY 2023 – PRESENT

VETERANS JUSTICE PROGRAM – PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA

- Transformed comprehensive training program into web-based format within Learning Management System, aligning with grant requirements from Pittsburgh-based nonprofit and Allegheny County Courts.

- Collaborated closely with key stakeholders and subject matter experts to identify program needs, ensuring timely production.

- Developed diverse learning materials utilizing various delivery modalities to enhance engagement.

- Led video production efforts for training modules, including script development, voiceover recording, and video editing with captioning.

- Established and managed a digital learning environment in the LMS, facilitating training for over 20 Veteran Mentors.

- Ensured all online and multimedia materials complied with accessibility standards.

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN GRADUATE ASSISTANT    JANUARY 2021 – MAY 2021

INDIANA UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA – INDIANA, PENNSYLVANIA

- Collaborated with medical subject matter experts and faculty to identify and obtain learning objectives.

- Adapted content for an online educational environment, supporting the School of Nursing's undergraduate program.

- Provided training to university-wide faculty members with varying levels of online teaching experience.

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER    MARCH 2007 – JUNE 2009

THE REGENERATIVE MEDICINE PARTNERSHIP IN EDUCATION – PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA

- Conducted research and developed student courses and teacher training materials for regenerative medicine-related online and in-person training.

- Translated complex scientific information into accessible classroom materials.

- Beta-tested programs with educational professionals, collecting and analyzing results.

- Prepared and organized training materials for a national conference of science educators.

- Co-facilitated training sessions with key scientific stakeholders (University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Institute for Science Educators).

COMPLEMENTARY PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

HEALTHCARE SERVICE COORDINATOR & EDUCATOR    DECEMBER 2020 – PRESENT

VETERANS LEADERSHIP PROGRAM – PITTSBURGH, PENNSYLVANIA

- Developed a comprehensive healthcare case management program serving over 2000+ homeless Veterans, adhering to organizational and grant guidelines.

- Created/facilitated multiple virtual trainings for staff related to healthcare and client medical needs.

- Facilitated forward-facing educational trainings for health science undergraduate students and Department of Defense Skillsbridge Program participants.

HEALTHCARE SERVICE COORDINATOR & ADVOCATE    JUNE 2017 – JANUARY 2019

SELF-EMPLOYED – FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

- Provided healthcare coordination and resource support for Veterans

- Acted as a liaison between Veterans Affairs, Medicare/Medicaid, non-profits, and community resources.

DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS    OCTOBER 2015 – MAY 2017

TEAM RED, WHITE & BLUE – FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA

- Copywriter and editor for Fredericksburg-area operations of non-profit organization.

- Created, published, and distributed communications and content.

- Coordinated 30+ volunteer leaders and 1,200+ member participants in organizational events.

ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION    JULY 2011 – OCTOBER 2012

HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTER – STAFFORD, VIRGINIA

- Managed 30 educators and 100+ students, building individualized curricula base on evaluative data.

- Facilitated staff meetings and trainings.

EDUCATOR & CURRICULUM DEVELOPER    AUGUST 2008 – JANUARY 2011

STAFFORD COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT – STAFFORD, VIRGINIA

- Facilitated curriculum, developing educational materials for 30+ students.

- Facilitated training for STEM education in variety of professional settings.

PRESENTATIONS & TRAININGS

• Veteran Healthcare and Trauma-Informed Approaches  Duquesne University, 2023

• Veteran Healthcare: The PACT Act   Veterans Leadership Program, 2023

• Healthcare Navigation   Veterans Leadership Program, 2023

• Veteran Healthcare: Priority Groups   Veterans Leadership Program, 2022

• Mental Health First Aid Veterans Leadership Program, 2022

• Veteran Healthcare and Advocacy  Duquesne University, 2021

• Principals Training: Standards-Based Math   Stafford County School District, 2010

• Community Training: Standards-Based Math   Stafford County School District, 2010

• STEM Education   Stafford County School District, 2009

• M.D. Anderson Cancer Center’s Summer Science Institute University of Texas, 2008

• Undergraduate Science Research Symposium    Duquesne University, 2007

CERTIFICATIONS & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Certified Adult Trainer  Mental Health First Aid, 2022 - Present

• Certified Strengths-Based Service Coordinator  Temple University, 2023

• Certified Mandated Reporter  State of Pennsylvania, 2023

• Certified – Digital Professional Skills  IBM, 2022

• Certified – Problem Solving and Process Controls  IBM, 2021

• Certified – Communication and Personality Dynamics  IBM, 2021

• Bayer Center for Non-Profit Management  Robert Morris University, 2021

PUBLICATIONS

Indiana University of Pennsylvania’s Center for Teaching Excellence. (2022). Igniting and energizing our teaching community: Simplifying your practice. IUP SPARKS, 1(8). https://sway.office.com/hT2Rfw7jNn15WXIE?ref=Link&loc=play

VOLUNTEERISM

• Girl Scout Troop 16714   Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvania, 2022 - Present

• Ross Elementary Lego Club  North Hills School District, 2023