Instructional Designer

SABRINA EDMONDSON, PMP

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SUMMARY

Ms. Edmondson is a learning professional with 21 years of education experience and 17 years of Instructional Design experience, which she uses to develop and execute user-friendly training sessions and coherent training materials. Ms. Edmondson is adept at conceptualizing unconventional solutions to complex problems and reaching diverse audiences. She brings experience working with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create and deliver educational and engaging training. Ms. Edmondson uses her extensive background in education to assess learning objectives and track training metrics. Ms. Edmondson is proficient in Storyline 360/Rise.

SKILLS

• Staff training and development Proficient in creating and maintaining schedules

• Goal-oriented Charismatic public speaker

• Excellent customer service skills Project management

• Creative instruction styles and techniques Presentations aficionado

• Intuitive people management skills Interaction design skills

• UX design experience Proficient in Storyline/Rise

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Masters Education.: Instructional Design, 2010

Virginia Polytechnic University - Blacksburg, VA

• Bachelor of Science: Education, 2001

Loyola University - New Orleans, LA.

• Project Management Certification (PMP)

• User Interface and Design Certificate Pending

WORK HISTORY

• Compiled and formatted lessons for the Eclipse that have been posted externally on the NASA website.

• Created interactive web experiences for local museums.

• Created Electronic Health Records Modernization Lessons Learned Training for VA and won MARCOM Gold award 2018

• Created My HealtheVet Telehealth Course for VA and won a MARCOM Gold award 2020 and a Hermes Honorable Mention 2020

• Created video “Advancing the PWin” for METCOR/LSI and won a Platinum AVA Digital Award 2021 NASA Award for Excellence 2018

Senior Training and Development Manager, 10/2022 to 05/2024 CATHEXIS – Washington D.C.

• Supported development and maintenance of complex, interrelated training products in instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, and web-based modalities

• Lead and/or supported comprehensive analyses of existing course content and materials for internal and client stakeholders to ensure courses remain current and adhere to adult learning principles, including alignment of content, learning objectives, engagement, activities and style/aesthetics requirements.

• Supported the design and development of new Section 508 compliant instruction and training materials packages, including but not limited to slide presentations, classroom activities, worksheets/handouts, job aids, facilitator and participant guides and SCORM packages.

• Ensured alignment of enabling and terminal learning objectives, knowledge checks, and intermediate activities across all curricula, as appropriate, and between modalities for a consistently branded product of the highest quality.

• Lead and supported the triage and dissemination of curricular inputs (e.g., SME and other stakeholder inputs, policy changes) for cross-modality implementation, including coordination with Lead ISDs and other functional leaders for inputs that apply to other curricular products.

• Tracked and drove overall project progress, including early identification of risks and associated mitigation strategies.

• Conducted research and made recommendations on the continuing improvement of educational best practices, instructional resources, technologies, and multimedia hardware/software.

• Actively and deliberately guided direct and indirect reports in their professional growth through mentoring, individual development planning, and training opportunities.

• Managed curriculum development projects from start to finish through direct supervision of five Lead Instructional Systems Designers and in close coordination with the Task Lead and Deputy Task Lead.

• Managed development and maintenance of complex, interrelated training products in instructor-led, virtual instructor-led, and web-based modalities.

• Managed the design and development of new Section 508 compliant instruction and training materials packages, including but not limited to slide presentations, classroom activities, worksheets/handouts, job aids, facilitator and participant guides and SCORM packages.

• Ensured alignment of enabling and terminal learning objectives, knowledge checks, and intermediate activities across all curricula, as appropriate, and between modalities for a consistently branded product of the highest quality.

• Lead and supported the triage and dissemination of curricular inputs (e.g., SME and other stakeholder inputs, policy changes) for cross-modality implementation, including coordination with Lead ISDs and other functional leaders for inputs that apply to other curricular products.

• Tracked and drove overall project progress, including early identification of risks and associated mitigation strategies.

• Created, taught and implemented the following: psychological and behavioral assessment instruments.

Director of Instructional Design, 12/2021 to 09/2022 Evolution Management, Inc. – Atlanta, GA

• Helped to lead the development of learning initiatives across the company.

• Developed Instructor led training for FEMA Leadership employees that meets 508 compliance regulations.

• Met with clients and subject matter experts regularly to create engaging courses.

• Responsible for Contractor personnel performance and management.

• Helped in the hiring of Instructional Designers, editors, and 508 personnel.

• Oversaw the consistent use of training creation resources across departments.

• Demonstrated experience designing courses utilizing relevant instructional design models and principles.

• Developed strong partnerships with subject matter experts across the organization to co-create learning solutions as needed.

• Developed and designed material, coordinated, and reviewed content, and incorporated current technology in developing curricula to address gaps in skills or emerging skills needed.

• Articulated the measurement tools and process to assess the impact of the development strategy.

• Applied innovative approaches for learner experience, ensure continual improvement mechanisms are in place, and provide scalable solutions that drive tangible business impact for curriculum developed.

• Conducted external research to identify new trends and best practices to integrate leading learning approaches into the upskilling and reskilling programs.

Senior Instructional Designer, 10/2017 to 12/2021

LSI/METCOR- Washington D.C.

• Lead and managed an in-house creative team that that utilizes our company’s creative people in a more cost-effective way and improves quality control on internal and external deliverables. Responsible for liaising with the different departments (internal clients) to understand project requests, define objectives, deliverables and delivery dates.

• Developed training and content for IRS Acquisitions.

• Created award-winning interactive courses and videos.

• Facilitated and developed virtual instructor training for FEMA/FIMA employees.

• Created project management plan and training plan to facilitate training for the Veteran’s Health Administration’s new eHRM deployment.

• Applied 508 guidelines on training materials.

• Created internal training materials for fellow staff.

• Researched and maintained SharePoint database on current projects.

• Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management.

• Consulted with subject matter experts, developing instructional content and made recommendations regarding course design, technology, instructional delivery options and measurement and assessment strategies; resulting in implementation of instructional sound training materials that met key business initiatives.

• Tier 2 VA government clearance.

• Proficient in Storyline 360/Rise

Education Expert, 02/2017 to 10/2017

NASA Office of Education/ ParagonTEC – NASA Stennis Space Center

• Evaluated the effectiveness of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management.

• Used knowledge of NASA education objectives, priorities, and annual performance goals to drive workflows and resources.

• Organized and edited training manuals, multimedia visual aids and other educational materials.

• Developed surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes and changes.

• Alternated training methods if the expected improvements were not reached.

• Applied adult learning and performance expertise to assess behavioral and ability issues impacting work performance.

• Drove departmental performance and achievement of service levels through focused team operational reviews, structured coaching and managing to enterprise targets.

• Reviewed and edited training materials for accuracy and policy compliance.

• Organized and planned STEM events for museums, schools, and other venues for large crowds. Website Developer/ Manager, 08/2004 to 02/2017

St Tammany Parish School Board – Slidell, Louisiana, United States

• Conceptualized, planned and executed original designs for a wide range of website properties.

• Used site analysis and metrics to define and monitor success.

• Restructured of key user flows to improve school product's overall information architecture.

• Used and contributed to style guides and other design documentation to maintain coherent information and interaction design patterns.

• Translated established creative direction into conceptual ideas.

• Identified and eliminated website bugs to improve user experience.

• Completely updated and redesigned user experience for Abita Springs Middle School website.

• Created and moderated website/blog that facilitated up-to-date project communication between departments, parents, community members.

Educator, 08/2002 to 02/2017

St Tammany Parish School Board – Slidell, Louisiana, United States

• Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects.

• Successfully improved student participation in the classroom through integration of creative role-playing exercises.

• Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.

• Served on School Affiliation Board and revised the institute's policies and rules.

• Assisted in developing student-led after-school tutoring program to teach under-privileged students.

• Developed program to work with students and increase interest in higher learning.

• Improved student's analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.

• Collaborated with a team of faculty to develop after-school tutorial program for students in need of extra help.

• Organized grade records to increase reference speed.

• Planned, implemented, monitored, and assessed a classroom instructional program which was consistent with St Tammany Parish School District regulations and Board of Education goals.

• Fostered meaningful relationships among students through student field-trip retreats and team-work community service projects.

• Improved student test scores on state math test by 40% in one-year period by implementing new curriculum.

• Met with parents to resolve conflicting educational priorities and issues.

Instructional Designer/Developer, 08/2004 to 05/2015 St Tammany Parish School Board – Slidell, Louisiana, United States

• Created an online training program to be used during video training conferences.

• Provided expertise to develop and maintain individualized education programs.

• Selected and assigned instructors to conduct training seminars.

• Extensively trained new and existing employees.

• Supervised and coordinated activities for professional development during quarterly training seminars.

• Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout the training process.

• Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions for new employees.

• Clearly communicated objectives for all lessons, units and projects to all participants and stakeholders.

• Reviewed multiple sources of data to make recommendations for improvement.

• Used a variety of assessment tools and strategies to improve instruction methods.

• Developed and conducted pilot instructor workshops to ensure understanding of course design characteristics and rationale for new and updated curriculum and programs.

• Identified training needs in various discipline area(s) of responsibility such as online curriculum.

• Developed monitoring plans based on implementation standards to ensure curriculum was presented in a manner that is consistent with all required guidelines, regulations, and national/state standards.

• Trained curriculum specialists and other school leaders in methods for implementing and maintaining effective instruction and assessment both in the existing curriculum and in initiatives for curriculum improvement.

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