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LOUISA JAMES [email protected]
www.elearninggal.com •Motivating •Inspiring •Believing in Excellence
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER/EDUCATOR/TRAINER
…Inspiring each learner by offering creative and inspiring instructional and program design techniques for the development and support of online courses and specialized educational programs.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
• An enthusiastic, creative, and passionate educator/trainer blending the best of intrapersonal skills and
technology to create a vibrant learning environment.
• Focused Designer who knows how to deliver targeted instruction and assessment tools to create effective
outcomes in an efficient and timely manner
• Utilizes knowledge of Instructional Design Theory, Adult Learning and Modern Training Methods to
recommend optimal training approaches to engage the intended audience and ensure retention and adoption
• By using a variety of media, am able to communicate an effective message to learners of all types
• Self-Motivated/Independent Worker with a can-do attitude and knows how to get the job done right and
on time
• Instructional Leadership – Works well as a member of a team as well as taking on the roles and
responsibilities as the leader of a group when needed
• Organize, Manage, and Track multiple detailed tasks and assignments with frequently changing priorities
and deadlines in a fast-paced work environment
• Grant Writing skills used to create and submit a variety of government and state grants
METOVA, Fayetteville, AR Oct. 2015-current
Instructional Designer
• Develop training programs that are appropriate for targeted audiences and incorporate varied instructional
design and delivery techniques.
• Create training e-learning modules according to storyboard by providing design additions including text,
graphics, and interactions
• Knowledgeable and functional in technical writing, including consistent and correct use of tense,
grammar/spelling and terminology that is interesting and varied.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Good organization skills and time management skills; ability to be flexible and solve problems.
• Strong proof-reading skills to produce error-free documents.
• Ability to communicate through verbal and written means with individuals, small groups and in front of
large audiences at all levels of the organization.
• Knowledgeable and experienced in applying adult learning principles.
• Utilizes the ADDIE (Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement and Evaluate) Model when designing and
developing curriculum materials.
• Ability to ask appropriate questions, probe for understanding, and work in collaboration with others to
achieve desired results.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• Intermediate to advance knowledge of Microsoft Office 2003, 2007 & 2010 and Powerpoint Familiar with various learning platforms such as Blackboard, Moodle, Scorm Cloud, etc.
• Skilled in the use of recognized web-authoring applications (e.g. Camtasia, Adobe Presenter, Articulate
Storyline 1 and 2, Captivate 8 and 9, Flash, etc.) and is SCORM compliant.
• Design learning objectives and assessments within each module
• Adhere to specific project guidelines and company specifications
• Provide deliverables on time and complete
• Work with SME’s to ensure accuracy of information
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• Use of online resources Jira and Confluence to work collaboratively with other remote team members
SCC SOFT COMPUTER, Clearwater, FL July 2013 – Nov. 2015
Instructional Designer
• Develop and design courseware from inception to final product
• Collaborates with team members and SME’s on instructional design issues, creates customized web-based
instructional elements, and manages online course development.
• Skilled at taking complex ideas and creating clear, concise e-learning opportunities
• Is major contributor to SCC’s product, “Lead Learn,” a suite of e-learning modules providing PACE
credits to targeted clients
• Use of Adobe Captivate 6-9, Flash, Power Point, Word, Publisher, Articulate Storyline/Studio 13, Flash,
Illustrator, Camtasia, Xara Web Design and use of Moodle and Blackboard
• Dynamic speaker and presenter comfortable with groups of all sizes
• Understanding and use of ADDIE, Adult Learning Theory, and research methodologies and techniques
• LMS- Moodle, Blackboard, Scorm Cloud
• Was independent contractor working remotely from Feb. 2014 until Nov. 2015
Highlighted Achievements
Member of SCC’s Education Department which is a Hall of Fame Member of Training Magazine’s Top 10,
ASTD Best Award, ASTD/ISPI OPAL Award and ranked 18th among the 2013 Learning! 100 awards,
sponsored by E-learning! Media Group
PINELLAS COUNTY SCHOOLS, Largo, FL November 2003 – June 2014
Instructor
Teacher Certifications – Elementary Ed. K-6, ESE, ESOL, English 5-9, and Reading Endorsement
• Substitute Teacher, Pinellas Schools, various location from 2003-2004 Teacher at Gulfport
Elementary, Gulfport, FL from Feb. – June 2004
• Teacher at San Jose Elementary, Dunedin, FL from 2004-2008.
Worked with students in small groups on reading, math, and writing skills
• 4th Grade Teacher at San Jose Elementary, Dunedin, FL from 2008-2009
Classroom teacher responsible for lesson plans, classroom management, assessments,
differentiated instruction, and ongoing professional development
• Academic Coach/Grad Team Coach Pinellas Schools Dropout Prevention, Largo, FL 33760 2/10-7/11
Providing student support in the form of graduation chats, FCAT testing lessons, group and individual
grade and motivational counseling; support to homeless students
• Teacher/trainer “Sing, Spell, Read, and Write” phonics program, Dunedin, FL Summers, 2007-2010
• Teacher Clearwater Intermediate School Grades 5-9, Clearwater, FL 2012-2013
• Teacher at Highland Lakes Elementary (part-time) Math from Feb. 2014 – June 2014
Highlighted Achievements
• All 4th grade students passed FCAT Writes at Title 1 school
• Supported homeless grant creation and support documentation as a member of the writing team Created custom E-learning course “In Between” to educate adults on the issues of homelessness.
• Designed student contact log sheets used by both Homeless and Grad Teams
• Awarded State of Florida SES Grant for Tutoring 2009
• Chosen as participant in USF's Summer "Tampa Bay Area Writing Project"
• Created original multimedia materials including worksheets and surveys used throughout school, county,
and parent presentations.
• Designed and implemented original materials for use with Homeless Education Assistance Team: High
School brochure, Pinellas County Residency Questionnaire, High School Homeless Informational
Handbook, custom PCS Portal Reports to identify at-risk homeless students
• Created original materials including business cards, press releases, and flyers for various businesses, Sing N
Learn Kids, Dunedin Painting Company, etc.
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• Created Pinellas County Schools MOODLE site for Middle School Academic support
JAMES PAINTING., Clearwater, FL 1987 – 2004
Office Manager/Owner
Scheduling, recruiting, management of employees and subcontractors, accounting, and marketing duties
Certified and Licensed Painter Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco
President, Booster Club Dunedin High Football 2010-2011
Student Football Video & Highlight Films CCC/Facebook 2011
Dunedin Flag Football League Coaching Assistant 2000-2009
EDUCATION
B.A. Mass Communications, University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
REFERENCES
Mary Kay La Brie, SCC Soft Computer, Sr. Trainer/OD Specialist 727-789-0100
Althea Hudson, Pinellas Schools, Dropout Prevention Supervisor 727-588-6000
Myra Pettis, SCC Soft Computer, Education Manager 727-789-0100
COMMUNITY SERVICE