Annissa Hill Resume

Annissa Hill

Glendale, CA | 310-892-8280 | annissahill.designs@gmail.com | linkedin.com/in/annissahill | portfolio: annissahill.com

Instructional Designer | Learning and Development |

Stakeholder Engagement | Employee Engagement

Effective training isn’t just about information—it’s about transformation

Creative learning architect with a track record of designing impactful training experiences that transform knowledge into action and drive measurable performance outcomes. Known for translating complex ideas into clear, actionable content through storytelling, scenario-based learning, and visual design that elevate the learner experience. Skilled at conducting learning needs analysis, aligning training to organizational goals, and measuring effectiveness to ensure real-world application and meaningful results. Recognized for a consultative approach, big picture-aligned thinking, and the agility to lead learning initiatives.

SUCCESS HIGHLIGHTS

Boosted instructional performance by 40% in 8 weeks through a structured development plan and targeted coaching. Drove 62% rise in engagement by developing interactive Google Slides, multimedia content, and evidence-based design. Improved key concept comprehension from 30% to 75%, as measured by performance assessments, by applying adult learning methodologies such as scenario-based learning, microlearning, experiential learning, and collaborative learning.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Professional Development and Instructional Design Projects (Bay Area, CA) | July 2021 – Present

Career Transition + Independent Learning Experience Designer

Focused on building instructional design expertise through coursework, hands-on projects, and continuous learning. Developed portfolio materials aligned with adult learning principles, explored AI tools, and strengthened skills in eLearning development and curriculum strategy.

Aspire Public Schools (Bay Area, CA) | August 2015 – July 2021

Induction Coach

Increased team alignment by 30% for 6 months by leading content reviews and providing clear, actionable feedback.
Hand-selected as Induction Coach and improved new hire readiness by aligning learning objectives with stakeholders and tracking milestone achievements through structured onboarding support.
Accelerated teacher performance in dynamic classrooms by providing targeted modeling, hands-on training, and continuous coaching to demonstrate and support instructional best practices.

Lead Teacher/Teacher

Closed instructional gaps by designing innovative learning strategies that reinforced learning; widely adopted and implemented across multiple sites due to its effectiveness.
Drove highest performance in subject area of the year by integrating a targeted web-based educational program into daily routines and modeling its impact—leading to larger adoption and improved learner outcomes.
Increased accessibility and knowledge retention for multilingual learners by creating an interactive, tech-enabled slide deck used across teams to deliver multisensory, skills-based training.
Strengthened data-driven instruction and content mastery by designing targeted learning materials and using trend analysis to inform planning for 50+ learners.
Developed inclusive training programs to strengthen communication skills across diverse learner groups, including multilingual individuals and individuals with accessibility needs.
Pioneered the implementation of a rigorous coding curriculum across a multi-site network, promoting high standards, consistency, and program excellence.

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Master of Science in Education – Johns Hopkins University School of Education | Baltimore, MD

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science – Spelman College | Atlanta, GA

LinkedIn Learning Training: Adult Learning, Articulate 360, Beyond the Basics: Designing AI-Enhanced Learning Experiences, Project Management Foundations, Leveraging Generative AI for Project Management

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