DEANA MESSER

Instructional Designer & PASSIONATE LEADER

Gahanna, OH 43230 740-***-**** adulzy@r.postjobfree.com RELATED SKILLS

SKILL: Instructional Design; Analysis; Training and Development; Critical Thinking; Problem Solving; Facilitation; Public Speaking; Content Development; Leading; Collaborating; Designing and Developing; Engaging and Effective; eLearning Product; Project Management; Content Creation; Learning Checkpoint; Assessment Creation; Data Entry, Communication; Organization; Planning, Assessment; Storyboarding; Adaptability TECHNICAL SKILLS

Microsoft Office/Teams, Google Drive, Articulate 360, Storyline, Storyboarding, iMovie, Snag IT, Remind, EdPuzzle Coach, Google Classroom, PowerSchool, Zoom, Quizlet, Illuminate, Canva, Adobe, Kahoot, Tableau, Edmentum, Monday.com; MailChimp; Moodle; Camtasia; Schoology

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER JUN 2021- NOV 2022

COLUMBUS CITY SCHOOLS

● Created prototypes for specific courses while ensuring the organization’s style aesthetic requirements are met

● Revised over 50+ courses based on instructional design guidelines to meet updated standards and practices

● Developed PowerPoint slides, and 30+ Course guides for Instructor Led Training sessions

● Developed storyboards that can be used by media developers to create Web-based Training (WBT) courses

● Learned technical products with minimal help from SMEs and created course outlines.

● Developed competency-based training and assessment in line with workplace standards

● Communicated with 5+ Subject Matter Experts to ensure accuracy and quality of content

● Analyzed content and modify learning materials to reflect the given Learning Objectives

● Applied contemporary adult learning principles and translate these into developing creative learning resources that engage all vocational levels

● Took ownership of the outcomes by developing and implementing strategies to encourage engagement in the learning process

● Consistently ensured the Learning Management System (LMS) aligned with short and long-term learning goals and ADDIE design requirements for e-learning

● Utilized web-based programs to create and implement online learning programs and assessments for facilitating learner academic growth and development

● Strategically coordinated, planned, and managed learning activities, storyboards, and videos to optimize learning and engagement

● Prioritized daily workflow to achieve on-time deadlines and high-quality goals

● Leveraged various types of learning methodologies to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction

● Remained in constant contact with team members to communicate content updates, instructional requirements, and education objectives

● Spearheaded end of year celebration of learning and field trips to build community, gain outside perspectives, and showcase participant learning

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER JUNE 2018- JUNE 2021

MARYSVILLE EXEMPTED VILLAGE SCHOOLS

● Managed project throughout consistent and inclusive communication with all team members and stakeholders while establishing and meeting deadlines

● Applied contemporary adult learning principles and translated these into developing creative learning resources that engage all vocational levels

● Consciously navigated the political landscape of the community while maintaining objectivity and focus on attaining top notch performance of participants

● Adapted and delivered lesson plans to suit individual learning styles of participants of all ages and took ownership of the outcomes by developing and implementing strategies to encourage engagement in the learning process

● Interpreted and analyzed any functional gaps within the system’s support and formulated methods to close those gaps with administration

INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER JUNE 2016- JUNE 2018

HORIZON SCIENCE ACADEMY

● Generated and maintained records and reports of participant behavior and participant learning through formative and summative assessments for the role-based learning curriculum, which tested knowledge of product, product suite, or solution required for a specific role

● Adapted rapidly and learned new enquiries and curriculums in order to understand and generate supplementary products for clients

● Shared and provided mentoring on innovative teaching pedagogies at workshops to inspire struggling clients

● Designed, developed, and implemented blended learning modules aligned with state curriculum expectations

● Introduced initial tasks and used multiple modes of learning to engage all participants

● Implemented and maintained learning and development programs with specific emphasis on needs analysis, instructional design, and evaluation of program effectiveness INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER JUNE 2014- JUNE 2016

SOUTHWESTERN CITY SCHOOLS

● Designed, developed, implemented, and maintained learning and development programs with specific emphasis on needs analysis, adult learning principles, competency models, instructional design, evaluation of program effectiveness and relevant delivery approaches

● Supported ongoing training needs, including new employee training, follow-up training, and additional training needs

● Collaborated with management and departmental experts to identify and address any functional gaps within the system’s support of current and future-state workflows

● Reviewed developed versions of each module for adherence to instructional design and academic integrity and provided feedback

● Managed project throughout, provided consistent and inclusive communication with all team members and stakeholders while establishing and meeting deadlines INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER JUNE 2010- JUNE 2012

QUALITY SCHOOLS INTERNATIONAL

● Created prototypes for specific courses while ensuring the organization’s style aesthetic requirements are met

● Revised over 50+ courses based on instructional design guidelines to meet updated standards and practices

● Developed storyboards that can be used by media developers to create Web-based Training (WBT) courses

● Learned technical products with minimal help from SMEs and created course outlines.

● Developed competency-based training and assessment in line with workplace standards

● Analyzed content and modify learning materials to reflect the given Learning Objectives

● Applied contemporary adult learning principles and translate these into developing creative learning resources that engage all vocational levels

● Took ownership of the outcomes by developing and implementing strategies to encourage engagement in the learning process

● Provided feedback and Quality Assurance (QA) reviews to ensure consistency of high standards in the look and feel of eLearning products and academic integrity

CERTIFICATIONS

5 year Professional Teaching Licens

EDUCATION

Master’s Degree in Education, The Ohio State University - Summa Cum Laude Graduate Bachelor of Arts, The Ohio State University - Magna Cum Laude Graduate, Dean’s List Recipient

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