Web Designer and Content Developer
Online Media | Las Vegas, Nevada Area, US
My heart's desire is to share helpful information with enthusiasm and insight. I've been immersed in e-learning, career counseling, career development training, web development, and internet marketing for the past 10 years. I'm passionate about e-publishing, e-learning, and online media.
Specialties: Brainstorming. Connecting people and ideas.
Feb
2007 - Present
Founder, Web Designer, Career Consultant / SparksPress.com
Designed websites from concept to completion with a focus on user experience and use of multimedia components to facilitate online learning. Technology mentor and trainer for career counselors regarding blogging and internet marketing. Taught career development and job search techniques online. Coached individuals regarding career transition and creating an electronic portfolio.
Apr
2009 -
Jul
2009
Membership Website Consultant / Millionaire Moms
Worked behind the scenes to prep website for re-launch. Trained key personnel to take over site management at the completion of contract term.
Aug
2004 -
May
2009
Adjunct Faculty / Mt. San Jacinto Community College
Course designer and instructor (in-person and online) for the following courses: Technology and Careers, Creative Job Search, and Strategies for Life and Learning.
Jan
2006 -
Jul
2007
Career Consultant / Ricklin-Echikson Associates (REA)
Worked one-on-one with clients on career development and job search challenges resulting from family relocations.
2002 -
2003
Program Specialist Internship / Escondido Education Compact
Counseled and coached at-risk high school students one-on-one and in workshops on career exploration, educational preparation, and career development. Designed and coordinated youth leadership program.
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2001
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2003
University of California, San Diego
Certificate
in
Career Counseling
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1999
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2002
Seton Hall University
MA
in
Counseling
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1989
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1992
Oklahoma State University
BS
in
Sports Science
Activities: President's Leadership Council; Wentz Scholar; Women's Soccer Team
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Websites:
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Interests:
personality types, communication styles, educational technology; sports, sci-fi, & technology