JENNIFER BELL YOUNG

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PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY

Highly organized, resourceful Project Manager with 15+ demonstrated success in managing strategic partner

relationships, timelines, and budgets, as well as technical writing, editing, presentation development and curriculum design

Extensive knowledge of adult learning theory and thorough understanding of today’s instruction design landscape,

with a focus on emerging trends and technologies

Proficient in Adobe Captivate 8, Microsoft Office, Camtasia, Articulate Studio Pro 13 (Presenter, Replay,

Quizmaker and Engage) and Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Fireworks)

WORK EXPERIENCE

Knightdale, NC

SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC

Instructional Designer January 2006 – present

Design, development, editing of instructional and learning materials, primarily online learning, of technology-based

product courses, soft skills, business processes, and software training, including:

Web-based training, aids and electronic performance support systems

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Lesson plans, handouts, and examinations

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Instructional aids for stand-alone use, instructor-led classroom training and online use

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Instruction and training roadmaps for online and blended learning programs

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Books, simulation exercises, lesson plans, instructor guides and tests

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Development of needs analyses and strategic learning assessments for curriculum development and updates, defining

instructional, learning and performance objectives

Project management of resources, timelines, budget and scope while ensuring high-quality instructional design

Consultation with project stakeholders to incorporate technical and schedule requirements into overall design process,

making key recommendations for design that meet specific program requirements

Interview subject matter experts and conduct research to develop effective instructional content for different levels and

types of learners

Management of vendor relationships, serving as a liaison between internal customers and outside development firm

Evaluation and recommendation of course content or curricula changes and delivery methods based on adult learning

theory, current or future performance requirements, feasibility, and cost

Recommendation of appropriate instructional delivery methods, including synchronous or asynchronous learning

methods, individual or group instruction, self-study, demonstrations, and simulation exercises

Research and experiment with emerging instruction technologies to stay current on industry trends and develop innovative

training with results

Raleigh, NC

CREATIVE LIVING, an adult day program of the Autism Society of NC

Program Specialist 1997 – 2006

Developed and implemented program curriculum for 11 participants

Developed and implemented visual structure to increase participant success in the workplace through task analysis,

assessment, design, and proper arrangement of the environment

Provided supervision and support of program staff through direct supervision and training of up to 4 General Instructors

Aligned closely with a team of 3 administrators, assuming leadership responsibilities during director’s absence

Case management: recordkeeping, monitoring progress on goals, behavioral assessments and interventions

Created databases for managing and reporting program information, which was utilized to show progress and challenges

during monthly meetings with Case Managers and parents/care coordinators

EDUCATION

NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY, Raleigh, NC, 2000-2005 Relevant Coursework:

Masters in Curriculum and Instruction Design and Evaluation of Instructional

Materials

Concentration: Ergonomics Internet Applications and Web Design

Instructional Technology and Web Design

UNIVERSITY OF DAYTON, Dayton, OH, 1988-1992 Statistics for the Social Sciences

Bachelor of Arts, Psychology Teaching Diverse Populations

Minor: Communications Tests and Measurements

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