Sandy Rousslang

Instructional Designer & eLearning Developer

612-481-9956   /  Monticello, MN 55362

srrousslang@gmail.com  /  https//www.linkedin.com/in/sandy-rousslang/ 

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Instructional Designer with 18 years of applying learning theory to design, develop and implement transformative instructor-led and virtual instructor-led, blended, and eLearning experiences. Innovative problem-solver who communicates clearly with stakeholders, subject matter experts (SMEs), and learners to determine essential objectives and create high-impact solutions to achieve behavioral and business goals. A reflective and evolving individual who is always looking for ways to improve personally and to support and bring out the best in others.

Experience

INSTRUCTIIONAL DESIGN SPECIALIST / ZURICH NORTH AMERICA

Aug 2022 – Present 

• Lead the development of customer training materials for a suite of RCIS software products using adult learning theory and instructional design principles.

• Implement the ADDIE model in the development of software training solutions for audiences including agents, underwriters, claims and sales team members.

• Coordinate with subject matter experts to integrate universal design principles across all courses and learning formats and ensure the accessibility of educational materials across diverse audience populations.

• Establish and manage project timelines and engage stakeholders including SMEs, editors and reviewers.

• Adept at using learning technology, universal design principles, and blended learning approaches to design programs for target audiences.

• Analyze feedback from users on the effectiveness of course materials and identify areas of improvement.

• Publish training materials to our Learning Management System (LMS). 

• Review, quality check and edit deliverables for team members.

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INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGNER / FREELANCE

Sep 2020 – Aug 2022 

• Analyze data from gap analysis to determine course learning objectives

• Work collaboratively with SMEs to learn my audience and develop engaging eLearning courses to meet company objectives for changing learner behavior

• Assess needs analysis to determine appropriate learning modalities

• Design and develop deliverables including design documents, storyboards with scenarios, Storyline eLearning courses, Rise 360 courses, and job aids for manufacturing companies, staffing companies, employee onboarding, and compliance training.

• Create engaging learning experiences and assessments to achieve desired learning outcomes

• Break down procedures into manageable chunks of learning. 

EDUCATOR / MINNESOTA INDEPENDENT SCHOOL DISTRICTS #883, 727, 885

Aug 1999 – Aug 2004 / Aug 2008 – Aug 2019 / Aug 2019 – Aug 2022

• Collaborated with stakeholders to develop personalized academic and behavioral plans to build learner success.

• Created a blended learning model for learners to engage in online, instructor-led training and virtual instructor-led training.

• Supported new team members in designing engaging virtual instructor-led training to align with organizational goals.

• Worked collaboratively with colleagues and stakeholders to revise, design, develop, implement and evaluate the curriculum to meet the state standards.

• Maximized learner participation through learner-centered in-person experiences such as discussions, peer-to-peer interaction, and games.

• Adapted and facilitated materials from ILT to VILT.

• Analyzed and restructured existing materials for content accuracy and instructional value.

MORTGAGE BROKER / INTEGRITY MORTGAGE SERVICES

2004 – 2008

• Advised homeowners on the best financing option based on their down payment, credit score, income, debt-to-income ratio, and repayment goals

• Collaborated with realtors, title companies, inspectors, processors, and underwriters to make the home financing process as enjoyable as possible 

Tech Skills

• Articulate Storyline 

• Rise 360

• Microsoft Office 365

• Google Level 2 Certified

• Vyond

• Camtasia

• Canva

• Adobe Express

• Elucidat

• Microsoft Project Professional

• Adobe Creative Cloud

• Audacity

• Snag-It

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE – CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

Saint Cloud State University 

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – EDUCATION

Saint Cloud State University

CERTIFICATE / APPLIED INSTRUCTIONAL DESIGN ACADEMY

April 2021  

Intense 9-month program to develop instructional design skills under the direction of a successful mentor. Earned mastery in the following areas: 

e-Learning Development, Instructional Design, Adult Learning Theory, Storyline, Rise, Camtasia, Vyond, and VILT/ILT.