Instructional Designer Design

Tina Louise Ellis

Instructional Designer/ Content Creator/ eLearning Developer

Wahoo, 68066 NE 402-***-**** *************@*****.***

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/louise-ellis-ms-idt-19479b47

Professional Website: https://www.louiseellis.me/ Password: Learning_Design_1

Summary

Results-driven Instructional Designer with a Master's degree in Instructional Design and Technology and a robust understanding of instructional design models and learning theories. Committed to creating immersive educational experiences tailored to audience needs through effective curriculum design, interactive activities, and the integration of innovative technologies. Proven ability to assess student progress and align content with learning objectives while collaborating with subject matter experts to develop cohesive and relevant curricula. Actively seeking opportunities to leverage strong project management skills and critical thinking in dynamic educational environments.

Skills

Instructional Design Models and Learning Theories

Empathy

Needs Assessment & Learning Gap Analysis

Communication

Needs Assessment & Learning Gap Analysis

Adaptability

Curriculum Planning and Design

Problem Solving

Learning Management Systems Navigation

Teamwork

Project Management

Leadership

Assessment and Evaluation

Attention to Detail

Interactive Activity Development

Advocacy

Work Experience

Instructional Designer 01/2021 - 12/2024

Scooter's Coffee - Omaha, NE

Created immersive and engaging learning experiences by conducting needs assessments and aligning content with the diverse needs of over 11,900 learners in the franchise system across 804 locations, with unit growth of 87.5%, achieving an average course completion rate of 88%.

Led the change management learning strategy for a complex technology transition project affecting 804 locations, five departments, and 3,500 corporate employees, replacing a discontinued all-in-one software with five integrated technology platforms to improve functionality across the organization and franchise system.

Revisited and assessed learning objectives to ensure alignment with strategic goals, developing 223+ engaging courses and 32 structured learning paths utilizing core instructional design principles.

Managed course documents and maintained project timelines effectively while researching and implementing new technologies to enhance instructional delivery.

Evaluated existing instructional content, keeping materials up-to-date and relevant while developing PCI-compliant e-learning modules to promote secure credit card processing training.

Sensory Processing Intervention Team Leader and Trainer 01/2012 - 01/2021

RVS Nebraska

Led a multidisciplinary team in assessing learning objectives for sensory integration strategies, resulting in a 40% improvement in client behavioral outcomes within 6 months.

Developed and delivered over 120 impactful training sessions for educators and caregivers, utilizing effective curriculum planning skills to enhance participant confidence by 75%.

Collaborated with families and healthcare providers to tailor individualized sensory plans, leading to a 30% reduction in maladaptive behaviors in adults.

Created and maintained educational materials and resources that enhanced accessibility and consistency across community centers.

Community Support Coordinator – Vocational Director 01/2018 - 01/2021

RVS Nebraska

Managed vocational programs for over 60 community members with disabilities, ensuring person-centered learning and effective project management while overseeing a team of 30 staff members.

Developed and facilitated vocational training programs, achieving 90%+ competency pass rates in compliance with DHHS Nebraska regulations.

Established partnerships with employers to secure job placements for individuals with disabilities and implemented customized workplace accommodations to enhance job retention.

Education

Concordia University - Chicago, IL Master of Science : 3.96 GPA

Instructional Design and Technology- Project Management emphasis

Bellevue University - Bellevue, NE Bachelor of Science 3.86 GPA

Adult Education

Emphasis in Communications, 30 credit hours

LinkedIn Certificates

Instructional Design: Adult Learners, 2022

Communication Foundations, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Agile at Work: Driving Productive Agile Meetings, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Business Analysis Foundations: Business Process Modeling, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Creating Fun and Engaging Video Training, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Designing Emotion: How to Use Design to Move People, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Learning Design Sprints, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Video Strategies for High Engagement, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Creativity at Work: A Short Course from Seth Godin, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Learning Infographic Design, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Using Humor In Training to Engage Your Audience, 2019 LinkedIn Certificates

Learning Design Thinking, 2021 LinkedIn Certificates

Development Tools:

Articulate Storyline

Articulate RISE

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Canva

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Indesign

Adobe Illustrator

Adobe Premiere pro

Adobe Media Encoder

Adobe Connect

Affinity Photo 2

Vyond

Synthesia

Vimeo

Canon EOS R6

Insta360 camera

Various multimedia studio gear

Certificates And Awards

From Vision to Action Leadership Training, Executive Coach and Leadership Mentor Geery Howe, M.A., Morning Star Associates, West Branch, IA, 01/01/17 - 12/31/18

Brewed Behavior Roast Laboratory, Coffee Roasting & Tasting, Tracy Allen, CEO and Founder, Kansas City, MO, 2021

Master Instructional Designer competency track & Masterclass, C.H.A.R.T., 2023

Professional Memberships

ELearning Guild, 01/01/18 - Present

Wahoo Public Library Volunteer, 01/01/06 - Present

C.H.A.R.T Member

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