In this hybrid, part-time role, I utilize advanced knowledge of instructional design and technologies to support   teaching, learning, and supervision. I apply instructional design principles and multimedia design to create  instructional materials, strategies, and technological support that enhance operational excellence for University Supervisors and student interns.. I lead the integration of technology to foster positive, transformational change. 

• Instructional Technology Leadership: Online Module

• College of Education & Social Sciences: Support Site for University Supervisors

• Maitri's Literacy Specialist 

• Navigating  Standardized Assessments

• Alphabetic Principal

• Letter Naming Fluency

•  Maitri Learning's Pedagogy Blog

During this remote internship,  I conducted research on user interface design, multimedia learning object creation, and their effects on learner cognition and performance while pursuing an Education Specialist degree in Instructional Technology. I was mentored by  Dr. Joe Winslow and worked closely on a cross-functional team with Subject Matter Experts, Dr. Wes Hitt and Mr. Bob Vipperman within the Coastal Carolina Space Program. I designed multimedia learning objects and user interfaces aligned with instructional best practices, contributing to concept meetings, wireframes, storyboards and built a Online Learning prototype. I worked with cross-functional teams to meet project goals and deadlines, utilizing tools such as Moodle, Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Camtasia, Articulate 360, Storyline, and Rise to develop instructional content.

• Example: Behind the Scenes of our Instructional Design

• Examples of 1st and 2nd Iterations are below.

Virtual Educator & Digital Content Creator                                         

Low Country Virtual, Remote

July 2021- July 2023 

As a full-time virtual Kindergarten teacher and K-5 Reading Interventionist, I developed instructional content, modules, and courses with a focus on Literacy eLearning using Orton Gillingham methodologies. I designed and implemented online learning experiences across Early Childhood Literacy, Math, Social Studies, and Science, while collaborating with stakeholders to ensure accessible and equitable learning for all students. I analyzed assessment data to guide live virtual instruction and facilitated asynchronous eLearning courses using various learning management systems. I also represented Low Country Virtual at the Digital Learning Annual Conference and contributed as a guest speaker on the "Please Raise Your Virtual Hand" podcast. I earned certifications in Orton Gillingham and Certification as a Structured Literacy Dyslexia Interventionist.  Additionally,  I contributed feedback to content developers at Starfall Education Foundation and created a YouTube video review for Starfall that currently has 31,000 views, Starfall.com - Highly Recommended by the Teacher's Pet.

Virtual Kindergarten & Virtual Curriculum Team                                         

Horry County Schools, Ocean Bay Elementary, 1st Grade, Brick and Mortar ('19-'20)

Horry County Schools Virtual Kindergarten, Remote ('20-'21)

July 2019- July 2022

As a full-time Virtual Kindergarten Teacher, I developed standards-based online curriculum and learning experiences for Early Childhood Literacy, Math, Social Studies, and Science, which were implemented district-wide. Recruited as a online virtual curriculum writer and "District Influencer," I created technology-related curriculum content for social media and district-wide microtrainings. I collaborated with stakeholders to design accessible, equitable learning experiences, analyzed assessment data to guide instruction, and facilitated asynchronous eLearning courses using Canvas and Buzz. Additionally, I developed online support materials, including a YouTube series, to help the learning community understand Early Childhood Benchmark (DIBELS) testing in virtual and in-person settings.  I was the First Place Winner in the "Teachers" category for the Horry County Schools Technology Fair in 2021 for my work entitled, Unlocking the Mystery of DIBELS.