Experience

Project Lead/Senior Instructional Designer - Independent Consultant (Various Companies)
November 2010 -Present 
  • Led a team of Subject Matter Experts and instructional designers to develop web-based courses using Storyline for a large bank, an office supply company, and a sports therapy organization
  • Designed and developed several online courses accessible via a mobile device for the Michigan Department of Education using Articulate Storyline  
  • Designed and developed an instructor-led Yellow Belt Training program for Amway's Enterprise Excellence team 
  • Led a team of several Subject Matter Experts from a large capital insurance company and an instructional designer to develop a web-based and instructor-led training program for a new software launch
  • Created training materials such as instructor-led presentations, schedules, and agendas for several consulting and financial firms
  • Led a team of one Subject Matter Expert from the Michigan Department of Education and  several reviewers to develop several online professional development courses using Articulate Storyline and Moodle

Program Director - Michigan State University,  East Lansing, Michigan
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June 2005 -December 2010  
  • Managed all aspects of the Educational Technology Certificate program including hiring, managing, and evaluating independent contractors for adjunct faculty positions, updating the curriculum, and managing the budget
  • Successfully managed internal stakeholders including tenured faculty, university administrators, Department Chair, and Dean of the College of Education to get approval for the Certificate program to be listed on the Michigan State University transcript
  • Launched the Educational Technology Certificate program in Dubai, UAE including 3 site visits to establish relationships in the region and train staff
  • Participated on a team to create an award winning online version of the Educational Technology Endorsement program
  • Developed and managed the U.S. State Department E3Link project connecting 20 schools in the United States and Algeria including two visits to Algeria to train teachers on the curriculum and how to utilize technology to connect their students with students in the United States.  Organized and arranged a 3 hour video conference with a school in the United States and a school in Algeria joined by Michigan US Representative Mike Rogers and US Ambassador to Algeria Robert Ford
  • Designed and implemented innovative global marketing strategies including an electronic newsletter, enhanced website, conference presentations, an email campaign, and several promotional flyers leading to an increase in enrollment of 32% during period of employment
  • Presented at Michigan Association for Computer Users in Learning and subject area conferences annually

Course Content Specialist - Michigan Virtual University,  Lansing, Michigan 
April 2007-November 2010
  • Developed two modules of an online professional development course for teachers of Michigan History
  • Utilized the Universal Design for Learning framework to develop an online professional development course for social studies teachers to help them teach challenging concepts in the area of US History
  • Evaluated work products developed by outside vendors to ensure compliance with course design document and managed any  revisions
  • Assessed and revised the Michigan Virtual High School US History courses for the past five years to meet the new High School Content Expectations developed by the State of Michigan
  • Participated in peer review sessions during development of course content

Substitute Teacher - Hale Area Schools, Hale, Michigan
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October 2004-March 2005
  • Provided coverage for teachers in all grade levels and subject areas

TECH CORPS Program Manager - BestPrep, Minneapolis, Minnesota 
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September 2003-August 2004
  • Designed, marketed, and conducted a five day Technology Integration Camp to help 28 teachers integrate technology and workplace skills into their curriculum.  The program is established as one of 6 foundation programs of the BestPrep organization
  • Developed and managed the e-Mentors program connecting over 100 mentors with students.  The program is now one of 6 foundation programs of the BestPrep organization
  • Presented program updates and innovative program ideas on a monthly basis to the Board of Directors of BestPrep made up of  senior executives of multiple Fortune 500 companies
  • Managed over 2000 volunteer hours and over 100 teacher/school requests

Technology Instructor - Minnesota Business Academy, St. Paul, Minnesota 
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November 2000-May 2003
  • Designed a Web Site Development program with an online component where over 50 high school students applied the skills they learned to create websites for 12 local businesses
  • Created and marketed the Get R.E.A.L program that allowed students to learn at their own pace and utilize their Microsoft Office skills in actual business situations
  • Implemented International Business Venture program to immerse students in foreign business practices and culture. Coordinated the visit with executives from international companies.  Responsible for over 50 students during study abroad programs to Germany, Austria, Italy and England
  • Presented on a regular basis to a school board comprised of senior executives of Fortune 500 companies, parents, teachers, and students

Technology Instructor -   Eagle Ridge Junior High School, Savage, Minnesota
August 1999-November 2000
  • Developed team taught curriculum for computer classes that integrated the four content areas
  • Instructed students in the areas of Microsoft Office, AppleWorks, HTML, Claris Home Page, Avid Cinema, and the Internet·
  • Created an online course using Blackboard on Web Page Design

English/ Social Studies Teacher - Manchester High School, Manchester, Michigan
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August 1996-August 1999
  • Integrated technology into the English/ social studies curriculum by developing lesson plans that utilized PowerPoint, Word, Excel, the Internet and Hyperstudio
  • Utilized Distance Learning equipment by connecting a Communications class with a similar class in Florida