Aria Winters
INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER
LEARNING AND DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST
pursuing roles in instructional design / learning and development following distinguished career as medical skills trainer within veterinary dentistry specialty
CONTACT ME
602-385-3000
info@stewartcoopercoon.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/fredcoon/
Phoenix, AZ
MY CAREER STORY
In 2015, my career took an interesting turn. Until that point, I was a veterinary nurse with a passion for puppies and a knack for helping my colleagues to excel at their jobs. Already training on a part time basis, I worked my personal network to amplify the opportunities to deliver more training. Through personal motivation and optimism, I decided to officially transition into training and teaching. Recognized as a subject matter expert but with a lack of formal training, I decided to return to school.
I began the instructional design program based on conversations with professors and advisors. With a passion for learning and helping others improve performance and achieve success, I rapidly realized my professional niche in designing curricula and creating eLearning instruction for students and working professionals. I find it to be a genuinely rewarding experience to see a student’s eyes light up as they learn new topics and skills.
I recently earned a master’s degree in instructional design to complement my background in delivering in person and online presentations and training.
- Delivered training to 260+ participants in 93 clinics across 20 states. Designed and developed approved course material. Read More
- Planning, developing, and delivering educational experiences that achieve learning outcomes while garnering high satisfaction ratings. Career history of leading course development initiatives from needs analysis and program strategy to course logistics and evaluation. Read More
- Earned 5 out of 5 rating for communication and reaching faculty expectations; received 4.6 out of 5 in assessing student performance. Read More
WORK HISTORY
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Career Instructor Online – Open Enrollment Model
Evaluate writing assignments of students enrolled in Dog Obedience Trainer (DTV) and Veterinary Assistant (CCV) Program. Grade ~50 online student submissions across the US and Canada. Work closely with program administrators to address student questions related to elements of the course or program.
- Earned 5 out of 5 rating for communication and reaching faculty expectations; received 4.6 out of 5 in assessing student learning on annual evaluation.
- Selected to teach ambitious high school students basic concepts in working at a veterinary practice; courses cover techniques in restraining patients, dispensing medication and writing medical papers.
- Joined online faculty resource center to gain knowledge and remain abreast of current teaching trends.
Facilitator, Veterinary Technician In-Clinic Training
Hired to provide hands-on training courses on veterinary dental skills and radiology for staff members at newly acquired clinics to drive the integration of standardized procedures and practices. Conduct hands-on vet labs for Hospital Association.
- Delivered training to 260+ participants in 93 clinics across 20 states.
- Designed and developed approved course material.
- Leveraged expertise and industry knowledge to create 2 manuals used in formal training courses.
- Created and led trainings qualified for continuing education credit granted through Veterinary State Boards.
Course Developer and Instructor
Develop and provide instruction for 2 online veterinary dentistry courses, utilizing Blackboard Open LMS to deliver online coursework. Monitor student progression and assess coursework to ensure understanding of material.
- Edited textbook and developed course content for Polishing Up Your Dental Basics and Getting to the Root of the Dental Problem.
- Recognized as subject matter expert for the creation of new dentistry courses.
- Appointed to review questions used in Veterinary Technician National Exam preparatory course.
Trainer – Dental Training and Education Network
Travel across regions to train veterinary clinic staff members on skills, equipment and software. Facilitate 2 courses up to 4 times per month: Cleaning Probing and Charting Best Practices Lab and Dental Radiology Positioning Lab.
- Single-handedly designed manuals and job aids provided to course participants.
- Provide post-training support to clinics with questions or issues with equipment functionality.
Dentistry Trainer
Present in-person dentistry lectures to veterinarians and staff members covering performing an oral exam, charting the oral cavity, X-ray positioning training and digital imaging software training on the specialized system.
Adjunct Faculty – Veterinary Technology Bachelor and Associate Program
Lead online instruction to 10 – 20 students using platform.
- Developed courses in Dental Techniques in Veterinary Technology, Introduction to Dental Techniques, Animal Nursing Medicine Lab II and Dental Radiology Lab.
Teaching Assistant – Small Animal Nursing
Supervised students as they practiced small animal nursing skills in laboratory setting. Provided 1-on-1 support and administered classroom assessments.
- Worked alongside course instructor to measure student success, compile results and enhance curriculum.
Previously served as Veterinary Technician/Nurse at Pet Clinic, Animal Hospital and Veterinary Dentistry.
EDUCATION
University (August 2019)
Master of Science, Instructional Design
College
Associates of Applied Science, Major: Veterinary Technology
University
Bachelor of Arts, Major: German Language
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
Member, Student Officer | Instructional Design
Member | Association for Talent Development
Member | Association for Talent Development
