Jennifer Brunenn
Lee’s Summit
Summary
Education professional with extensive experience at Kansas Department of Corrections, focusing on curriculum design and LMS implementation. Expertise in online learning best practices and stakeholder collaboration, enhancing educational access for incarcerated individuals. Proficient in Articulate 360 and program evaluation, driving impactful educational initiatives.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Coordinator
KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
04.2021 - Current
- Develop curriculum, training materials, and instructional resources to support statewide educational initiatives.
- Conduct webinars, virtual training sessions, and in-person instruction to support professional development and technology adoption.
- Collaborate with IT and program leadership to implement and maintain a statewide wireless education network, improving access to digital learning resources.
- Assess technology and training needs, develop implementation plans, and evaluate program effectiveness.
- Track participation, monitor program outcomes, and analyze data to ensure continued support for education initiatives.
- Oversee a statewide Learning Management System (LMS) used by ten education partners.
- Develop educational opportunities for incarcerated and returning citizens.
- Foster partnerships with certification and degree-granting institutions, develop funding strategies, establish processes for incarcerated and returning citizens to access services, and coordinate with higher education institutions to identify and implement market-relevant programs.
- Contributed to grant writing efforts securing resources for higher education initiatives, enhancing funding opportunities.
- Collaborated with research teams to establish and monitor metrics and outcomes, ensuring alignment with educational objectives.
- Ensure compliance with contracts and quality of services.
- Collaborate with IT to install, manage, and troubleshoot a state-wide resident wireless network.
- Design and facilitate IT training for staff and students across the state.
- Establish and enforce technology policies and procedures in correctional facilities.
- Research and assess emerging technologies and trends to enhance student services in KDOC facilities.
Distance Education Specialist
MANHATTAN AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
11.2017 - 04.2021
- Designed and delivered training for faculty, staff, and students on LMS functionality and online course delivery.
- Coordinated planning, implementation, and evaluation of institution's LMS to improve user experience.
- Guided faculty in developing and enhancing online and hybrid courses with multimedia and interactive learning tools to increase student engagement.
- Collaborated with academic leadership to establish best practices for online learning and instructional design.
- Facilitated establishment of new practices and services within organization to enhance online learning.
- Evaluated engagement and training effectiveness through data collection and analysis.
- Managed reporting and compliance for a Title III federal grant, including evaluation documentation and program updates.
Sales and Marketing Specialist
GRANDMA HOERNER’S FOODS, INC.
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Developed and implemented targeted marketing and advertising strategies to engage key demographics.
- Managed social media accounts and coordinated national retail events and promotions to enhance brand visibility.
- Planned and executed national and regional trade shows annually to showcase products and drive customer engagement.
- Organized and led retail demonstrations and promotions to engage customers.
- Collaborated on new product concepts and strategies.
- Coordinated seasonal and category product reviews with accounts.
- Led design and production for brand packaging.
Computer Information Specialist/Graphic Designer
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY, CIMA - MANHATTAN, KS
05.2006 - 11.2016
- Created the CIMA Center’s logo, stationery, print ads, brochures, educational materials, and website.
- Designed print ads, module covers, and DVD graphics, and edited videos for nationwide distribution.
- Developed training materials and presentations for online courses, enhancing instructional delivery.
- Managed the setup of traditional and online courses on K-State’s LMS.
- Supported distance education programs for more than ten years, assisting faculty with online course delivery and instructional technologies.
- Provided direct support to course instructors both online and in-person.
- Acted as primary contact for technical support on LMS courses, resolving issues and ensuring smooth course operation.
- Facilitated professional development workshops and organized special events, enriching learning experiences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Technology, Commercial Graphics
PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY
Pittsburg, KS08-2005
Skills
- Articulate 360 suite
- Online learning best practices
- Educational program evaluation
- Blackboard and Canvas
- D2L and Moodle
- Google Drive and Dropbox
- Blackboard
- Adobe Creative Suite
- D2L
- Moodle
- Program evaluation
- Online learning practices
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
- Office 365
- Curriculum design
- LMS expertise
- Stakeholder collaboration
Skills - Software Application Skills
- Articulate 360 Suite
- Captivate
- Genius SIS
- Blackboard
- Canvas
- D2L
- Moodle
- Google Drive
- Dropbox
- Office 365
- Adobe Suite
- Essential Education
Accomplishments
Employee of the Quarter, 2024
Timeline
Education Coordinator
KANSAS DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
04.2021 - Current
Distance Education Specialist
MANHATTAN AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE
11.2017 - 04.2021
Sales and Marketing Specialist
GRANDMA HOERNER’S FOODS, INC.
11.2016 - 11.2017
Computer Information Specialist/Graphic Designer
KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY, CIMA - MANHATTAN, KS
05.2006 - 11.2016
Bachelor of Science - Technology, Commercial Graphics
PITTSBURG STATE UNIVERSITY