Michelle Newton Email & Phone Number

Atlanta, Georgia, United States

Decatur, Georgia

 Build evidence-based learning design process for the agency Contribute to the professional development of the staff of a behavioral healthcare non-profit organization through designing and developing learning solutions such job aids and interactive eLearning modules in Articulate Storyline  Collaborate with Training Coordinators to design and develop training curriculum for instructor-led classes Manage the Relias Learning Management System for the agency, including troubleshooting user issues; building learning modules and training plans; and creating reports and analyzing data in reference to learner completion and compliance rates Increase effectiveness of training programs and learning solutions through ongoing analysis, including formative evaluations and summative evaluations Collaborate effectively with SME’s to identify key processes as well as staff development director and training coordinators to build high quality learning solutions that are aligned with DeKalb Community Service Board’s desired outcomes Collaborate with data-analytics team to leverage agency reporting data in creating staff training to address gaps in performance in meeting business objectives and agency mission Communicate and collaborate frequently with the C-Suite of the agency to refine and determine learning and training goals for staff members based on the agency’s strategic plan

Greater Atlanta Area

EMORY UNIVERSITYEmory University| Division of Animal Resources June 2017 – September 2017Instructional Design Intern Design and develop interactive training modules in Articulate Storyline for clients of a large academic resource, including Emory professors, researchers, MD’s, and lab staff Develop and design learning aids for clients Collaborate effectively with SME’s to identify key processes as well as project administrator and team members to build high quality learning solutions that are aligned with DAR’s desired outcomes

Greater Atlanta Area

BRIGHT HORIZONS FAMILY SOLUTIONSThe Children’s Campus at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA June 2016 – PresentEducation Coordinator  Analyze staff training needs; Develop and deliver training to center staff based on performance and program needs; collaborate with Center Director and Regional Manager to provide appropriate training opportunities for staff Plan/Deliver Curriculum Presentations  Observe and provide performance feedback to staff  Member of onboarding team for new hires  Proof and edit publications and presentation materials; Compose general correspondence to parents, staff, and executives, via emails, memos, and letters; Assist in the development and publishing of newsletters, calendars and school announcements Operate/troubleshoot office machines/equipment Wrote and implemented Teacher Mentorship Program Conduct interviews, background/reference checks Project Manager- Classroom portfolios for NAEYC Accreditation (Create portfolio templates; Compile portfolios; Maintain files)BRIGHT HORIZONS FAMILY SOLUTIONSThe Children’s Campus at Georgia Tech June 2012 – May 2016GA Pre-K Teacher- Recipient of “Excellence in Care and Education” Award (2014, 2015) “The Right Way to Work” Award (2013, 2016) Developed and implemented action plans to ensure classroom goals were met and maintained a quality learning environment Implemented a developmentally appropriate curriculum based on GELDS, which reflected observations and assessments of individual children and goals, jointly developed with parents/guardians Created student portfolios via Work Sampling Online system

 Taught classes at area schools within the Lancaster, Pa School District;  Performed the daily duties of a classroom teacher; Created and executed activities in conjunction with the curriculum

M.S. Instructional Design And Technology, Learning Technologies, Graduate Program

Bachelor'S Degree, Elementary Education And Teaching, K-6

Activities and Societies: Student Government Association; Drama Guild

High School

Activities and Societies: National Honor Society