April Black

Email: ad3jbl@r.postjobfree.com Phone: 903-***-****

Location: Dallas Ft./Worth Area, Texas, United States, TX 75474 LinkedIn: LinkedIn Profile Portfolio: April Black Designs Portfolio Summary

Strategic Curriculum Specialist with a proven track record of eighteen years in curriculum development, instructional design and technology integration seeking exciting new position serving as a thought leader with a collaborative team.Recognized for exceptional leadership in analyzing needs assessments, driving curriculum development, and overseeing the design and development of comprehensive learning programs. A collaborative leader adept at building strong alliances, executing projects, and fostering a culture of continuous learning. Excels in creating and leading high-performing teams to achieve organizational goals. Skills

Advanced knowledge of adult learning theory and instructional design methodologies. Strategic leadership and alliance building with internal and external stakeholders. Proficient in eLearning development tools (Articulate, Camtasia, Vyond, etc.). Strong ability to develop instructor-led training materials and presentations. High proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and electronic communication tools. Establish metrics and feedback mechanisms for training program effectiveness. Superior time management, organization, and prioritization skills. Expertise in writing and editing effective copy, instructional text, audio/video scripts. Critical thinker with a focus on creating innovative learning solutions to anticipate all business needs.

Experience

Instructional Designer & eLearning Developer

Branch Alliance for Educator Diversity Peachtree City, GA 07/2021 - Present Provide strategic leadership in designing and implementing learning programs aligned with organizational objectives.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify training needs and develop targeted solutions.

Foster a culture of continuous learning, mentoring, and professional development. Lead and inspire a team of learning professionals to achieve outstanding results. Establish metrics to measure the effectiveness of training programs and implement improvements.

Learning Manager Business Owner

April Black Designs Carrollton, Texas 01/2018 - 07/2021 Partner with customers to evaluate performance gaps and/or organizational needs and recommend appropriate learning solutions through research and a consultative process. Manages project plans, adheres to critical dates, and communicates progress to all appropriate parties.

Develop and nurture client relationships; maintain positive working relationships to understand customer’s goals, objectives, and direction.

Build and update evaluation and survey tools to monitor and improve effectiveness of courses. Offer subject matter expertise on curriculum design, selection and purchasing. Manage a team of 5 personnel.

Instructional Coach

CFBISD Carrollton, TX 08/2010 - 07/2021

Coached and facilitated learning and development for all staff. Provided support with goal setting and delivered formative/summative feedback toward KPI’s. Conducted keynotes, onboarding, workshops, information seminars. Formulated innovative training materials for a diverse, multicultural international audience. Education and Training

Master of Education: Curriculum and Instruction

University of Texas Arlington Arlington, TX 12/2011 Dean's List, 4.00 GPA, Graduated summa cum laude

Management & Leadership 1- Business Education Certificate Harvard School of Business & Education Cambridge, MA 01/2020 - Ongoing Instructional Design & Online Learning Vocational Certificate Technology School Instructional Design & Online Learning Academy Atlanta, GA 03/2021