Sheila Unwin, M.Ed.
Executive Director, Curriculum Services at Aspen University- Claim this Profile
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Andrew Bloink
I worked with Sheila at Assumption College English Program. She proved herself to be a highly skilled and beloved computer teacher. Once she was promoted to management, she once again proved her worth to our school. Sheila was a problem solver who brought about positive change in our staff and around school and provided guidance through her leadership. She always conducted herself very professionally. Her passion for education was obvious to all those who worked with her. Sheila would make a very valuable asset to any organization.
Sean Clutterbuck
Sheila and I worked together at GT Advanced Technologies. As an instructional designer for a training course, I found her professional, patient, and quick to learn technical material. I was impressed with her ability to capture technical material and present it in a clear and concise manner. Sheila’s knowledge in developing and presenting training material proved to be invaluable. It was a great pleasure working with Sheila and if given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to work with her in the future.
Andrew Bloink
I worked with Sheila at Assumption College English Program. She proved herself to be a highly skilled and beloved computer teacher. Once she was promoted to management, she once again proved her worth to our school. Sheila was a problem solver who brought about positive change in our staff and around school and provided guidance through her leadership. She always conducted herself very professionally. Her passion for education was obvious to all those who worked with her. Sheila would make a very valuable asset to any organization.
Sean Clutterbuck
Sheila and I worked together at GT Advanced Technologies. As an instructional designer for a training course, I found her professional, patient, and quick to learn technical material. I was impressed with her ability to capture technical material and present it in a clear and concise manner. Sheila’s knowledge in developing and presenting training material proved to be invaluable. It was a great pleasure working with Sheila and if given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to work with her in the future.
Andrew Bloink
I worked with Sheila at Assumption College English Program. She proved herself to be a highly skilled and beloved computer teacher. Once she was promoted to management, she once again proved her worth to our school. Sheila was a problem solver who brought about positive change in our staff and around school and provided guidance through her leadership. She always conducted herself very professionally. Her passion for education was obvious to all those who worked with her. Sheila would make a very valuable asset to any organization.
Sean Clutterbuck
Sheila and I worked together at GT Advanced Technologies. As an instructional designer for a training course, I found her professional, patient, and quick to learn technical material. I was impressed with her ability to capture technical material and present it in a clear and concise manner. Sheila’s knowledge in developing and presenting training material proved to be invaluable. It was a great pleasure working with Sheila and if given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to work with her in the future.
Andrew Bloink
I worked with Sheila at Assumption College English Program. She proved herself to be a highly skilled and beloved computer teacher. Once she was promoted to management, she once again proved her worth to our school. Sheila was a problem solver who brought about positive change in our staff and around school and provided guidance through her leadership. She always conducted herself very professionally. Her passion for education was obvious to all those who worked with her. Sheila would make a very valuable asset to any organization.
Sean Clutterbuck
Sheila and I worked together at GT Advanced Technologies. As an instructional designer for a training course, I found her professional, patient, and quick to learn technical material. I was impressed with her ability to capture technical material and present it in a clear and concise manner. Sheila’s knowledge in developing and presenting training material proved to be invaluable. It was a great pleasure working with Sheila and if given the opportunity, I would not hesitate to work with her in the future.
Credentials
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Arizona Elementary Teaching Certificate K-8 + SEI K-12
Arizona Department of EducationFeb, 2003- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Aspen University
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United States
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Higher Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Executive Director, Curriculum Services
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Jun 2018 - Present
*Create, manage, & maintain consistent, rigorous curriculum for 500+ courses across 37 programs w/ a focus on quality, seamless delivery, & continuous improvement. *Transformed 5 diverse instructional designers into a cohesive, high-performing team w/ a focus on systems thinking, resulting in streamlined curriculum development & improved student outcomes, e.g., continuous enrollment resulting in students graduating quicker. *Championed & led cultivation of continuous learning & inquiry within the team, fostering a collaborative environment that encouraged cross-functional knowledge sharing & professional development opportunities to stay up to date w/ emerging trends, best practices, & the future of learning. *Developed & implemented cross-functional training programs in partnership w/ various departments, successfully equipping employees & students w/ a wide variety of skills & knowledge to enhance organizational effectiveness. *Collaborated w/ C-suite leadership to deliver & execute strategic initiatives that drove sustainable growth & delivered measured business impact e.g., ~25% improvement in student retention. *Established & maintained standard operating procedures to streamline processes & style guides ensuring consistency. Including development of curriculum & program manuals that improved program quality & effectiveness. Leading to the implementation of time- & cost-saving initiatives. *Successfully implemented project management software & new technologies to optimize workflow, streamline project timelines, & ensure timely delivery of projects adapting to ever-changing needs, improved course management, increased student retention, & ensure budgetary goals were met. *Streamlined processes to successfully implement new software in a timely fashion w/ least disruption to the organization. *Collaborated w/ the CFO to develop & maintain a comprehensive budget while developing & executing a continuous growth strategy to drive sustainable business expansion. Show less
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Various
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Public Speaker
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Jan 2006 - Present
I speak about teaching, curriculum, photography, podcasting, & travel. All things I am passionate about.*Reducing Cognitive Load to Ensure Life-Long Learning, D2L Fusion 2023, July 2023*Let Basecamp Boost Your Curriculum Competency!, D2L Fusion 2020, Online, November 2020*Presentations Throughout the Entire Year, 2019 Educator Summit, Phoenix, AZ (Professional Development), July 2019*Podcasting 101, TBEX, Bangkok, Thailand, October 2015*Social Media in the Classroom and Digital Humanities, various schools within Phoenix, AZ, (Professional Development) – 2009 to 2013*Social Media in the Classroom (16 presentations), Arizona Future Educators Association, March 2011 – March 2012 *Social Media and Art, Balticon, May 2010*Using Social Media to a School's Advantage, Maricopa Community Colleges Teaching and Learning with Technology Conference, May 2009 *Schools and Podcasting, Balticon, May 2007*Schools and Podcasting, DragonCon, August 2006 Show less
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Curriculum & Instructional Designer
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Jan 2004 - Present
2016-2017 - "And...Action!" Entertainment - Wrote the curriculum guides for two of Eric Dean Seaton's graphic novels about good and evil and overcoming bad things that happen. - https://legendofthemantamaji.com/curriculum-guides/2011 -2014 - ePublish Unum - Designed and produced online courses for independent authors introducing them to the digital world of publishing via Google Hangouts. Participant Guides were created through collaboration between various subject matter experts. Established schedules on multiple projects and managed instructors’ expectations in order to reach launch deadlines with student-centered courses.2009 - Dark Overlord Media / Empty Set Entertainment - Wrote the curriculum guide for New York Times best-selling author Scott Sigler for his book The Rookie. - https://scottsigler.com/product/rookie-curriculum-guide-pdf/2006 - WordFire Press - I wrote the curriculum guide for the 1st book in the Crystal Doors series. WordFire is revamping their website and making adjustments but will be adding it back on soon. 2004 - Dragon Moon Press - Co-wrote the curriculum guide for Dragon's Fire, Wizard's Flame. A fantasy young adult novel. Show less
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Director of Photography and Choreography
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Jan 2015 - Jun 2018
*Captured compelling photos & stories from over 20 countries, partnering w/ travel brands to provide high-quality content for their websites & marketing campaigns. *Finalist for Photographer of the Year w/ The Art of Building in 2015. *Demonstrated creativity & innovation by producing exciting visual & auditory stories that captivate & inspire viewers & listeners to explore the world. *One Minute Memories - https://youtu.be/OydkmXvfKYk *Interview - From International Housesitting to School Administrator Abroad https://www.teachingtraveling.com/housesitting-then-working-abroad/ *Photography - https://500px.com/p/Sheila_Dee Show less
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Assumption College English Program
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Thailand
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Assistant Principal - Head of Foreign Affairs
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Aug 2016 - Mar 2018
*Provided effective governance & leadership for a primary school. *Fostered a welcoming and inclusive environment for our international staff—hailing from nine different countries—to ensure their sense of belonging and interaction within the team. *Significantly improved staff retention by over 425%. *Successfully decreased teacher turnover rate from ten teachers leaving mid-year & seventeen leaving at the end of the previous year to zero teachers leaving mid-year & only one leaving at the end of the school year. *Collaborated w/ teaching staff to enhance curriculum, increase student engagement, & elevate overall instruction quality. *Developed & communicated a compelling vision of academic success that inspired students and faculty to achieve their full potential. *Developed & implemented professional development programs that enhanced the skills of staff, resulting in continuous growth & learning experiences. *Conducted leadership training sessions for a cohort of lead teachers. *Equipped teachers w/ effective classroom management strategies to improve student behavior and engagement. Implemented ClassDojo to assist w/ classroom management as well as communication w/ parents. *Implemented effective processes that enhanced parent notification & engagement, resulting in improved parent-teacher collaboration & increased parent involvement in student learning. *Created custom incentive programs that increased student English proficiency. Previously, English was only spoken in select classrooms & with international teachers. However, w/ the incentive program, students began speaking English w/ one another in the halls & on the playground. *Taught computer skills to students in Years 4–6 & incorporated engaging & interactive teaching methodologies to foster a dynamic learning environment. Show less
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Anglo Singapore International School
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Thailand
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Education Management
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100 - 200 Employee
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English Teacher
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Feb 2016 - Aug 2016
*Instructed P4 & P5 students in English, general social studies, reading comprehension, & remedial grammar, utilizing engaging curriculum to enhance learning outcomes. *Provided support for other teachers in the absence of regular classroom instructors, maintaining continuity of education. *Created and maintained a supportive classroom environment where students felt comfortable, safe, & encouraged to actively participate in learning activities. *Developed & implemented, effective reading comprehension lessons that improved student performance & engagement, resulting in increased student achievement & academic success. Show less
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GT Advanced Technologies
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United States
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Semiconductor Manufacturing
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200 - 300 Employee
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Instructional Designer
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Aug 2014 - Oct 2014
*Developed high-quality training materials to effectively onboard unskilled labor force resulting in improved productivity & efficiency. *Created comprehensive standard operating procedures for industrial electronic components, ensuring consistency & adherence to best practices across the organization. *Established a style guide for training & instructional design staff, ensuring all training materials were aligned w/ brand standards, & effectively communicated key information to learners. Show less
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University of Advancing Technology
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United States
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Higher Education
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400 - 500 Employee
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Dean of Curriculum/Library
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Apr 2013 - Apr 2014
*Directed & refined all curricula to guarantee exceptional learning standards. *Overhauled the entire curriculum development process to maximize efficiency & effectiveness. *Boosted curriculum rigor & engagement through close collaboration w/ subject matter experts, deans, & instructors. *Conducted a comprehensive needs assessment that developed a curriculum update system, designed new programs, & revised courses. *Coordinated objectives, outcomes, & media assets to ensure alignment & integration. *Established & supervised a team of 25 professional curriculum developers, instructional designers, videographers, & operational staff. *Managed the library resources & personnel. *Worked directly w/ the provost to establish a budget for a new department. Show less
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Instructional Designer
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Jul 2011 - Apr 2014
*Developed & launched online courses aimed at introducing independent authors to the world of digital publishing. *Collaborated w/ various subject matter experts to create comprehensive participant guides. *Managed multiple projects, established schedules, & managed instructor expectations to ensure student-centered courses were launched on time. *Developed & launched online courses aimed at introducing independent authors to the world of digital publishing. *Collaborated w/ various subject matter experts to create comprehensive participant guides. *Managed multiple projects, established schedules, & managed instructor expectations to ensure student-centered courses were launched on time.
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Grand Canyon University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Lead Curriculum Designer/Senior Credential Specialist
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Sep 2008 - Jun 2013
*Managed a team of 8 curriculum developers, providing guidance and resources for success. *Championed & collaborated w/ technology experts to provide multimedia enhancements to facilitate student understanding of complex topics. *Redesigned & managed the College of Education website, newsletter, & social media presence. *Collaborated w/ software developers to automate the generation of letters of recommendation & certification forms for students seeking state licensure. *Instructed future teachers on the use of various technological platforms to organize materials, plan lessons, & create engaging learning experiences. *Mentored 19 student teachers from different regions of the U.S. via both in-person & video conferencing sessions to improve their teaching practices. Show less
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7th Grade Language Arts Teacher
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Jul 2003 - Jun 2008
*Established reputation as the preferred technology teacher for staff providing expert guidance & support w/ integrating technology into their teaching. *Introduced audio editing to students, facilitating the creation of high-quality audio content for school projects. *Implemented laptop resources for students & staff, enabling seamless & efficient access to technology resources. *Enabled online publishing of student-created content, providing a platform for showcasing student work to a wider audience. *Ensured curriculum compliance w/ state mandates by aligning, auditing, & standardizing curriculum across all grades and subjects. *Created & delivered professional development sessions for staff, enhancing their skills & knowledge in technology integration & instructional design. *Served as a trainer-of-trainers for several district & state programs, sharing expertise & best practices w/ educators across the region. *Established & led Debate Club for students, promoting critical thinking, public speaking, & teamwork skills. Show less
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1st Grade Teacher
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Nov 2000 - Jun 2002
*Delivered 1st grade curriculum in compliance w/ state standards, covering all subjects & ensuring students met learning objectives. *Cultivated a positive & enjoyable environment for students by promoting a love for learning & encouraging active participation in the classroom. *Developed & delivered engaging educational lessons that sparked student interest & fostered their curiosity & critical thinking skills. *Prepared students to excel in standardized tests, ensuring they were familiar w/ the testing format & were equipped w/ the necessary knowledge & skills to succeed. Show less
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Coprorate Trainer and Internal Auditor
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Apr 1998 - Oct 2000
*Provided training & guidance to staff on best practices, ensuring consistency & high-quality output. *Designed & delivered customized trainings to improve efficiencies & standardize processes, streamlining operations & reducing errors. *Coached & trained new & existing employees, helping them develop their skills & improve their performance. *Introduced & implemented new technologies & advocated for their adoption across the organization to ensure successful integration into existing systems. Show less
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Education
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2019 - 2024
Aspen University
Doctor of Education - EdD, Organizational Leadersh -
2012 - 2012
Stanford University
Individual Class, Education -
2004 - 2006
University of Phoenix
M.Ed, Curriculum, Instruction, & Design -
1999 - 2003
Ottawa University
BA, Elementary Studies
