"If you want to build a ship, don't drum up people together to collect wood and don't assign them tasks and work, but rather teach them to long for the endless immensity of the sea." - Antoine de Saint Exupéry

I'm exceptionally skilled in the field of education. 

I have a bachelors in education as well as six years of experience working with learners across platforms. In addition to this experience, I am a curriculum and instructional designer at Thomas Jefferson University. I also have a certificate in adult learning and instructional design through the Instructional Design Institute.  

I possess a strong aptitude for research. 

With a bachelors and masters degree in the field of historical study, I have developed the research skills and tools necessary to ensure my learning experiences are well informed and supported by hard evidence and data. In my work, this is evident in the trainings I run for instructors and the pedagogies of learning I use when designing courses. 

I have an eye for graphic design.

I am proficient in skills needed to design eLearning that is visually appealing, has a natural flow, and is a smooth learning experience. The user is always in my mind when designing a learning experience using UDL principles and tools to ensure all learning is accessible. 

I excel in collaborative efforts. 

I've worked with numerous SMEs at Thomas Jefferson University and been in the position of a SME to build an exciting and effective learning experience for my learners. Collaborating and ensuring all stakeholders are informed and valued is a core value to my design process. In November 2023 I have completed training in how to ensure my work with SMEs is productive and built upon a strong professional relationship.

I'm proficient in the art of public speaking. 

Working as a teacher for six years meant I was constantly speaking to larger groups of people. Whether its for a classroom of 30 or a venue of 300, I am confident and carry myself well at the podium. 

I understand how people learn, think, and find motivation.

With six years of teaching as well as studying pedagogy and andragogy I have a firm grasp of how to design effective and engaging online learning. In my experiences I have curated and modified curriculums to meet the needs of diverse groups of learners. In addition, I always strive to ensure the activities I provide are exciting, engaging, and applicable to the real world.