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Dina Tarasevich

@dinatarasevich

Instructional Designer at Algonquin College, creating accessible learning experiences with educational technologies and AI.

Canada

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What I'm looking for

I’m seeking an Associate Instructional Designer position at Planful, where I can use my instructional design and learning solution development skills to support engaging and accessible learning experiences for colleagues.

At Algonquin College, I support pastry arts and baking programs through learner-centred instruction, course improvement, and accessible learning design. I create instructional resources and practical teaching tools for faculty, students, and course delivery.

I use D2L Brightspace to support online, hybrid, and face-to-face courses, including content, assessments, grades, and learner communication. I also use educational technologies, multimedia, and AI tools to strengthen student engagement.

At Aramark/Carleton University, I led a 12-member team responsible for producing 7,000–8,000 meals daily. I also designed and delivered training programs for the pastry team and created seasonal and allergen-sensitive desserts.

As a self-employed Registered Holistic Nutritionist, I designed accessible online courses using UDL principles and provided nutrition consultations and cooking lessons. I’m seeking an Associate Instructional Designer position at Planful, where I can support engaging and accessible learning experiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Pastry Chef

Current

Aramark/Carleton University

Aug 2024 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Led a 12-member team to develop and implement engaging culinary experiences, managing production of 7,000–8,000 meals daily. Designed and delivered training programs for the pastry team to elevate service quality and production planning.

Team Leadership Food Production HACCP Menu Development Training Inventory Management Scheduling Continuous Improvement

Current

Part-time Professor

Current

Algonquin College

Jan 2020 - Present (6 years 9 months)

Supported academic innovation in pastry arts and baking programs through applied instruction and learner-centred course delivery. Created instructional resources and collaborated with faculty to align courses with evolving delivery needs.

Instructional Design Curriculum Development Adult Learning LMS D2L AI Tools Accessibility Digital Transformation Lesson Planning Assessment Development

Registered Holistic Nutritionist

Self Employment

Aug 2017 - Nov 2025 (8 years 3 months)

Enhanced clients' practical cooking confidence through private lessons and personal chef services. Designed and delivered online courses using UDL principles and managed a nutrition practice serving 20–30 clients per month.

Nutrition Meal Planning UDL Online Course Development Client Relations Project Management Marketing

Commis de cuisine

Signatures

Mar 2016 - Jul 2017 (1 year 4 months)

Participated in daily food production at garde-manger, sauté, and pastry stations, serving up to 300 seats. Maintained work stations to the highest standard.

Food Preparation Garde Manger Sauté Pastry Kitchen operations