MACKENZIE CORRIGAN
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Innovative instructional design leader with advanced experience designing and delivering educational support across
various levels and domains. Proficient in the application of instructional design theories and principles, I specialize in
developing and managing content for diverse learners, spanning from early childhood education to adult learning. Dedicated
to leveraging innovative technologies with pedagogical and andragogical strategies to enhance the educational journey and
foster a culture of continuous improvement.
PROFESSIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Senior Director, Academic Technology and Teaching Innovation Center | May 2025 – Present
Rose State College | Midwest City, Oklahoma
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Provide strategic leadership and support to faculty in enhancing online course design through evidence-based
instructional design practices.
Serve as Chair of the Online Practices Committee, facilitating collaboration and setting standards for highquality online teaching and learning.
Oversee the academic technology budget, ensuring effective allocation of resources and alignment with
institutional priorities.
Design, implement, and lead faculty professional development initiatives focused on innovative teaching
strategies and the effective use of academic technologies.
Instructional Designer | September 2024 – May 2025
University of Oklahoma | Norman, Oklahoma
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Lead the design and development of instructional materials, collaborating with SMEs, Artists, Writers, and
other stakeholders to ensure content meets learning objectives and is engaging for learners.
Manage project timelines, schedules, and deliverables, ensuring efficient communication and coordination
across teams to deliver high-quality learning solutions on time and within scope.
Coach stakeholders on best practices for creating effective and engaging learning experiences and offering
guidance on instructional design principles and appropriate delivery methods.
Utilize a research-based approach to instructional design, incorporating evidence-based strategies and creating
resources that enhance educator practice and improve student outcomes.
Contribute to a comprehensive online repository of published lessons, instructional strategies, educator
resources, and tech-integrated tools, supporting ongoing professional development of educators.
Instructional Designer | February 2023 – September 2024
Early Learning Coalition of Pinellas County | Clearwater, Florida
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Spearheaded the development and implementation of a new LMS based on learner needs and emerging
technologies, ensuring a seamless learning experience.
Established a design and development framework, leading a team of 5 instructional designers to produce high
quality online learning courses.
Designed and delivered engaging online, blended, and in-person training programs for over 1,500 participants,
adhering to best practices and using data-driven insights.
Managed a comprehensive training portfolio, researching, assessing, developing, coordinating, and facilitating
over 75 training courses annually for early childhood professionals.
Teacher | August 2021 – February 2023
Pinellas County Schools | St. Petersburg, Florida
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Served as the grade-level supervisor, facilitating collaborative planning, leading team meetings, and supporting
peers through shared professional learning and instructional best practices.
Designed, delivered, and evaluated evidence-based literacy and intervention programs, using data to identify
performance gaps and adjust instruction to improve learning outcomes.
Facilitated professional development sessions on literacy strategies, differentiated instruction, data informed
instruction, and technology integration, strengthening staff competency and instructional effectiveness.
Teacher | February 2019 – August 2021
YMCA of Greater St. Petersburg | St. Petersburg, Florida
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Developed and implemented engaging, standards-aligned early learning experiences rooted in developmentally
appropriate practices and learner-centered design.
Created structured learning materials, job aids, and assessment tools to guide instruction and track learner
progress.
Contributed to continuous program improvement by evaluating instructional approaches, incorporating
feedback, and adapting learning environments to enhance effectiveness.
EDUCATION
University of Florida | Gainesville, Florida
Master of Education | August 2023
Major: Curriculum and Instruction
Concentration: Educational Technology
Certificate of Instructional Design
Certificate of K-12 Teaching with Technology
Certificate of Managing Distance Education Environments
Certificate of Online Teaching and Learning
University of South Florida | St. Petersburg, Florida
Bachelor of Science | May 2021
Major: Education
Reading Endorsement
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) Endorsement
SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES
Learning Strategy & Analysis: Needs assessments, learning analytics
Leadership & Collaboration: Stakeholder engagement, cross-functional coordination
Project Management: Agile boards, Gantt charts, scope management, portfolio management
Instructional Design & Content Planning: ADDIE, SAM, UDL, curriculum design
Technology & Development: Learning Management System (LMS) implementation and administration (Canvas, Moodle,
TalentLMS, WebAuthor, eKadence), eLearning, Articulate 360, Captivate, Adobe Creative Cloud, H5P, SCORM, Artificial
Intelligence
Visual Design Principles: Animations, Contrast, Proximity, Balance, Accessibility
Web Design: HTML, CSS, JavaScript
Curriculum and Assessment Development
Adult Learning Theory
