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Experience

2023 - Present

Training Specialist

Beyond Finance

Houston, TX

  • Conduct comprehensive training sessions (25+ each session) covering various areas such as new-hire orientation, on-the-job skill development, and soft skills refresher courses for a diverse workforce of over 1500+ employees.

  • Co-managed the total redesign of high use training which included learning plans and daily lesson schedules resulting in a more comprehensive training program in line with established adult learning theories-*still in use

  • Guide new hire technology processes by assisting with the setup of equipment and logging into accounts, leading software installation sessions and facilitating lessons on system and program navigation,

  • Implement regular progress assessments and evaluations to gauge trainee advancement, adjusting training methodologies to optimize effectiveness.

  • Proactively identified areas for improvement and initiated relevant training programs or resource allocations to address skill gaps.

  • Provide detailed progress reports on employee development throughout bi-weekly training periods, demonstrating strong follow-up and follow-through skills.

  • Maintain professional communication with stakeholders daily, fostering collaboration and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives (Using Slack as the predominant means of communication)

  • Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork, driving team efficiency and enhancing overall work quality.

  • Establish strong working relationships with the training and leadership teams across the organization, facilitating effective collaboration and support.

  • Onboarded and ramped up five new trainers in one year;  enabling them to effectively lead their own training sessions.

2017 - 2022

Curriculum Lead | Educator

Katy ISD

Katy, TX

  • Co-developed 30+  eLearning modules, launched digital course in LMS for 1000+ end users. 

  • Developed and led departmental training  to navigate the time-sensitive COVID-response transition  to online learning 

  • Developed online learning curricula, modules, and supplemental materials 

  • Trained 80+  staff members on a new instructional strategy

  • Designed, implemented, and evaluated learning plan for approximately 160 students

  • Tracked and Analyzed data to make strategic changes that results in improved outcomes

  • Co-managed a 3 month project to restructure state test review for individualization

  • Achieved 100% success rate on state-mandated metrics

  • Evaluated and aligned test items to the state standards and curriculum for the Texas Education Agency

2013 - 2017

Educator

Cypress Fairbanks ISD

Houston, TX

  • Achieved 98% success rate on state-mandated metric | 2016

  • Redesigned curriculum to align Bloom's taxonomy and 150 + learner needs

  • Proven track record working collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders

  • Expert knowledge of innovative, relevant and highly engaging instructional strategies

Education

2007 - 2009

Capella University

Master of Science- Curriculum and Instruction 

Minneapolis, MN

  • 4.0 GPA

1998 - 2003

University of Texas at San Antonio

  • Bachelor of Science-Biology

  • Texas Secondary Science Certification

San Antonio, TX

Professional skillset

Microlearning | Design Thinking | ADDIE | Kirkpatrick's Evaluation | Gagne's Nine Events | Conceptualization| Project Management| Data Collection and Analysis | Cross-Functional Teams | Graphic Design | Multimedia Production| Online Course Development | Webinar Production | Infographics | Presentation Design

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Technology

Microsoft Office Suite| G Workspace | Articulate 360 |  Vyond | Camtasia | Canva |

Data Management Systems | LMS Platforms | Adobe Creative Suite |  Piktochart

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