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My Story

Former K-12 educator turned learning design aficionado with a knack for creating engaging training materials. I now specialize in crafting sleek online education content for the private sector. When I'm not revolutionizing the learning landscape, you'll find me elbow-deep in soil, cooking up garden-fresh delights, or exploring nature with my trusty bicycle, Henry James. An artistic soul at heart, I love to dabble in various creative pursuits. Life's an adventure, and I'm here to embrace every colorful moment of it!​

Equipped with not one, but two master's degrees (because why stop at just one?), I now craft sleek, effective educational content for the private sector. From online courses to snazzy training modules, I've got the skills to whip up learning experiences that'll knock your socks off. When I'm not busy revolutionizing the future of learning, you'll likely find me knee-deep in soil, tending to my beloved garden or whipping up a storm in the kitchen with veggies fresh from the patch or out on the ranch working with the horses at EET (Equine Empowered Training). Nature is my sanctuary, whether I'm trekking through forests, bouldering like a champ, or soaking up the sun on the beach.​ Oh, and meet Henry James, my trusty bicycle—because why drive when you can pedal your way through life? On top of all that, I'm a bit of an artsy soul, dabbling in everything from painting and drawing to sewing and sculpting. Life's too short not to indulge in a little creativity, right? So, here's to learning, growing, and embracing the quirks that make life truly vibrant!

My Professional Identity

I’m a learning experience designer and developer with 15+ years in education and a passion for building inclusive, engaging learning experiences that make a real impact.

My instructional design approach blends research-backed strategies with emerging technologies to create sleek, accessible training solutions for the modern workforce. I'm especially passionate about designing for equity and learner diversity because great learning should work for everyone.

I bring a deep commitment to accessibility, shaped by personal and professional experiences that taught me the importance of designing for all learners. As a first-generation college graduate and lifelong learner, I approach every project with empathy, curiosity, and creativity. Whether it’s developing interactive modules, building out curriculum, or exploring new tools, I’m here to craft learning experiences that resonate, stick, and inspire.

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Tools
& METHODS

  • Articulate360: Storyline & Rise

  • ADDIE / Agile

  • Adult Learning Theory

  • Canvas LMS

  • Google Workspace

  • MS Office

  • Gagné’s 9 Events

  • Scenario-based learning

  • Vyond

  • Canva

  • AI tools

Experience & Education

​Education

  • MS: Learning Design & Technology, University of San Diego

  • MAEd: Education Technology, Concordia University, Irvine

  • CRED: K-12 Single Subject: Art, California State University Long Beac

  • BA: Studio Art: Drawing & Painting, San Francisco State University

Work Experience

  • Marketing & Outreach, Equine Empowered Therapy

  • Entrepreneur, Deanosaur Teaching Resources

  • Educator, ABC Unified School District

  • Activities Director, ABC Unified School District

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