Experience

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  OFFIX

  • Technology Specialist

    • Jul 2023 - Present

    I work with businesses in the Central Virginia Region to improve their IT infrastructure and IT management, optimize copy/print cost and workflow, and provide unmatched technology services. Offix offers a large portfolio of offerings and industry leading service allows me to truly problem solve my customers' business needs.

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  Derek Fowler Photography

  • Virginia, United States

  • Business Owner

    • Feb 2014 - Present
    • Virginia, United States

    A Professional Photographer with seven years of experience delivering unique and compelling photographs for visual marketing assets. A strong history of interfacing with human models on a variety of photoshoots.Conducted 300+ high-quality photoshoots for graduations, proms, engagements, weddings, and award ceremonies and achieved a five-star rating on GoogleCommunicated with photo subjects to ensure optimal lighting, poses, and anglesSet up lighting and background equipment at each location to create a portable studioDigitally retouched photographs to ensure each client got the best possible image

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  iLEAD Charter School

  • Hiring & Training Lead/ Education Specialist

    • Feb 2021 - Jul 2023

    Planned and monitored the implementation of technology based e-learning specially designed instruction for 100+ learners.Served as link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting, and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.Analyzed training needs to design employee development, language training, and health and safety programs.Analyzed over 50 learners’ data to differentiate training sessions, inform revisions to existing content, and plan improvements.Produced, organized, and published written and audio-visual resources to integrate effective learning practices, interactive experiences, and hands-on learning opportunities.

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  Magellan Learning Solutions

  • Lynchburg, Virginia Area

  • Instructional Designer

    • Mar 2020 - Feb 2021
    • Lynchburg, Virginia Area

    Knowledge of QM & OSCQR standards, ADA compliance, and online pedagogyMonitored routine and standardized training programs, assessing results and drawing up plans for enhancement.Collaborated with subject matter experts to collect necessary information to design and develop education solutions.Designed and developed interactive, engaging and visually appealing content based on learning and performance needs of the audience.Designed instructional aids for stand-alone or instructor-led classroom or online use.Provided analytical support for design and development of training curricula, learnt strategies, educational policies and courseware standards.

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  VIRGINIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS - ISD 706

  • Bedford County, Virginia, United States

  • Case Manager / Special Education Teacher

    • Aug 2012 - Feb 2021
    • Bedford County, Virginia, United States

    Nine years of experience in differentiated instructionMultisensory learner environments, and Individual Education Plans. Team Lead, Student Support Coordinator. Lesson Designer for learners with special needs. Collaboration in blended classrooms and education models. Design online content for homebound and virtual learning special education learners using Canvas, Blackboard, and Brightspace. Differentiate lessons for learners to be more project basic for learners with different learning modalities.