Training Development

OBJECTIVE

To obtain a full-time position at a successful organization dedicated to high performance that allows me to express my creative writing skills and apply my knowledge and expertise of the ADDIE model, web-based training, instructor-led training, and training program management.

EDUCATION

Master of Arts in Industrial Organizational Psychology – May 2009

The Chicago School of Professional Psychology, Chicago, IL

Bachelor of Science – May 2007

Radford University, Radford VA

Major: Psychology, Minor: Business Management

WORK EXPERIENCE

Training Coordinator – March 2011- July 2011

Quality Training Systems - Chicago, IL

• Processed workshop registrations and payments

• Prepared training materials by formatting presentations, printing and binding participant guides, and uploading materials to a shared server and jump drives

• Aided consultants on data entry into QTS’s patented database

• Administered evaluation and DIF surveys through surveygizmo.com

• Launched social media marketing initiative

Training Intern / Training Coordinator – Jan. 2009-Aug. 2009

ATI Physical Therapy- Bolingbrook, IL

• Managed Training Center by scheduling classes, notifying presenters of dates and times, and ordering needed supplies

• Conducted a thorough needs assessment during cost analysis of the orientation program resulting in a return on investment report

• Reconstructed the orientation evaluation system by implementing the Kirkpatrick’s model

• Designed a learning module educating managers on the essentials of leading a multigenerational workforce in a declining economy

• Managed and facilitated up to 20 new employees in an orientation program

Training Intern – May 2008-Sept. 2008

Dramatic Diversity- Chicago, IL

• Developed training manual – The Use of Theatre in Product Development

• Facilitated training activities with clients

• Gained a thorough understanding of using theatre as a training method

Leadership Intern – June 2006-Aug. 2006

Leadership Development Center- Radford, VA

• Managed Leadership Development program for 26 mid-high level managers

o Managed and developed eLearning leadership development course curriculum

o Designed web-based Emotional Intelligence course content

o Led and facilitated on-site technical competency eLearning workshop

o Assisted in development and facilitation of capstone project

SKILLS

• Proficient in Microsoft Word 2003 and 2007

• Exceptional report and presentation formatting

• Familiar with Adobe Products including InDesign and Captivate

• Conducted evaluations, tests, and surveys through surveygizmo.com • Familiar with Breeze presenter

• Excellent verbal and oral communication skills including public speaking

• Proficient in WebCT, Angel, and a fast-learner on other online learning platforms

ASSOCIATIONS/ORGANIZATIONS

• ASTD and SIOP member

• IO Task Force Working Students Organizer -

Jan 2008-Jan 2009

• Volunteer work with BBBS and CampTreeHouse • Event Coordinator of Radford University’s Psi Chi Chapter - May 2006-May 2007

• Vice President of Radford University’s Psychology Club - May 2006-May 2007

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