Cindy Nevarez

Master in Educational Leadership | Data-Driven Strategist | Passionate About Student Success and Remote Learning

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, San Antonio, TX —Instructional Designer

AUGUST 2022 - Present

• Led the design and development of instructional materials, including eLearning courses and role-playing simulations, impacting over 500 students and faculty members, focusing on practical application in educational settings.
• Utilized tools like Articulate Storyline and Camtasia to create engaging training content for teacher development and procedural onboarding, ensuring alignment with Texas education standards.
• Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop customized learning experiences, boosting learner retention by 20% through targeted instructional design practices.
• Designed and maintained instructional materials, such as user guides and job aids, to support ongoing training needs across various departments, ensuring compliance with educational objectives.
• Managed training courses using Learning Management Systems (LMS), overseeing course updates, participant feedback, and adherence to organizational training goals.

IDEA PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Brownsville, TX — ELA Curriculum Developer & Coordinator

JULY 2018 - JULY 2022

• Spearheaded the creation of comprehensive English Language Arts (ELA) instructional resources, including assessments and teaching guides, impacting over 1,000 students annually and ensuring up-to-date compliance with curriculum standards.
• Designed and implemented professional development programs for educators, utilizing Adobe Creative Suite and Articulate to create visually engaging and interactive sessions aligned with training goals.
• Conducted regular quality reviews and updates of course content based on educator feedback, resulting in a 15% improvement in student performance metrics.
• Developed multimedia instructional materials, including video tutorials and infographics, to support interactive learning environments and enhance teaching effectiveness.

EDUCATION

Master of Education in Educational Leadership- University of Texas at Rio Grande Valley

AUGUST 2020 - DECEMBER 2021, Brownsville, Texas

Bachelor of Arts in Telecommunications and Sociology - Texas A&M University

AUGUST 2015 - MAY 2019, College Station, Texas