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Joe Brinkman

@joebrinkman

Learning and development coordinator at GEMS Education, coordinating onboarding for 50+ new employees annually.

United Arab Emirates
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What I'm looking for

I’m focused on opportunities in Corporate Learning & Development, Employee Training, Instructional Design, and Customer Education, particularly with organizations that value innovation, professional growth, and technology-enabled learning.

At GEMS Education, I coordinate onboarding and orientation for more than 50 new employees annually, with induction sessions, professional learning, mentoring, and ongoing support. I work with school leadership to identify development needs and improve onboarding through participant feedback and performance information.

As an Innovation in Media & Design Teacher, I designed blended learning experiences incorporating digital media, coding, robotics, and AI. I’ve also facilitated professional learning and used tools including Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, Moodle, and Articulate Rise. I’m now focused on corporate learning and development, employee training, instructional design, and customer education.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Current

New Hires Coordinator

GEMS Education

Aug 2022 - Present (4 years 2 months)

-Coordinate onboarding and orientation for 50+ new employees annually, supporting successful integration into the organization.

-Design and facilitate induction sessions, professional learning workshops, and mentoring opportunities.

-Partner with school leadership to identify employee development needs and coordinate targeted learning initiatives.

-Evaluate participant feedback and performan

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Current

Innovation in Media & Design Teacher

GEMS Education

Aug 2020 - Present (6 years 2 months)

-Designed and developed blended learning experiences incorporating digital media, photography, videography, coding, robotics, and AI.

-Created technology-rich curriculum using Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and project-based learning principles.

-Integrated Adobe Creative Cloud, Canva, AI tools, and learning management systems into instructional experiences.

-Facilitated professional le

ET

Independent English Language Tutor

English Language Tutor

Aug 2021 - Dec 2022 (1 year 4 months)

-Provide individualized English language instruction to learners ranging from school students to adults.

-Adapt instructional approaches and learning resources to accommodate different proficiency levels and learning needs.

-Support language development through personalized instruction, feedback, and ongoing learner engagement.

VU

Science, STEM & Health Teacher / Coach

Various Schools & Universities

Jul 2006 - Jul 2020 (14 years)

-Developed curriculum and instructional programs aligned with learning objectives and organizational priorities.

-Designed and facilitated professional development, instructional coaching, and mentoring initiatives.

-Collaborated with colleagues and leadership on curriculum redesign and continuous improvement projects.

-Evaluated learner performance and assessment data to identify opportuniti

SA

Community Programs Volunteer

Swansea City AFC Foundation / Newport County AFC

Oct 2017 - Oct 2017 (0 months)

-Participated in community-focused programs supporting local engagement through sports.

-Contributed to community initiatives alongside established football organizations.

TL

Business Associate, Community Relations

Turnstyles Football Academy / TAGPAY Limited

Jan 2017 - Jan 2017 (0 months)

-Contributed to business and community relations activities within sports-focused organizations.

-Supported relationship-building and engagement initiatives.

UL

Education Committee Member

Urban Green Lab

Jan 2014 - Jan 2015 (1 year)

-Served on an education committee supporting an organization focused on sustainability.

-Contributed an educational perspective to committee activities and discussions.

SS

Founding Member

St. Louis Teachers for Sustainability

Jan 2011 - Jan 2012 (1 year)

-Helped establish an educator-focused sustainability initiative.

-Participated in collaborative efforts connecting education and sustainability.

Toys"R"Us logoTO

Customer Service Specialist

Toys"R"Us

Dec 2001 - Jun 2006 (4 years 6 months)

Customer service lead, responsible for front end service and team.

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

MA

MagicSchool AI

AI Certified Educator - Level 3

May 2024

AA

American Staffing Association

American Staffing Association Corporate Recruiting Professional Certificate

May 2024

AD

Adobe

Generative AI in the Classroom

Nov 2023

UC

U.S. Green Building Council

Green Classroom Professional

Apr 2022

AP

Apple

Apple Teacher

May 2022

GG

Google Digital Garage

The Fundamentals of Digital Marketing

May 2022

AD

Adobe

Adobe Creative Educator Level 1

Nov 2022

CU

California Coast University

Graduate Course in Educational Administration, Educational Leadership and Administration, General

2020 - 2020

Leadership and Organizational Behavior

GO

Google

Google Certified Educator Level 2

Jul 2019 · Expired Jul 2022

UB

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona

Master of Sports Management, Sports Management

2016 - 2018

Under the new agreement the UAB and the Johan Cruyff Institute will jointly deliver a master's degree in sport management. This is a programme that up to now belonged to the Johan Cruyff Institute and will now become a university master's degree comprising 60 ECTS credits linked to the Faculty of Business and Economics at the UAB.

JI

Johan Cruyff Institute

Master of Sports Management, Sports Management

2016 - 2018

WU

Webster University

Master of Education (MEd), Education and Innovation

2010 - 2011

Creating innovative education curriculum and experiences, promoting green schools and education for sustainability.

UP

University of Phoenix

Master of Education (MEd), Curriculum and Instruction

2007 - 2008

UL

University of Missouri-Saint Louis

Bachelor of Science (BS), Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

2004 - 2005

MU

Missouri State University

Bachelor of Science (BS), Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching

2000 - 2004

ME

Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education

Missouri Career Continuous Professional Certificate – Science 5-9 and Mathematics 5-9

Tech stack

Software and tools used professionally

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