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William McPherson

@williammcpherson

Learning & Development specialist and instructional designer with 14+ years creating data-driven curriculum and training for educators and learners.

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What I'm looking for

I’m looking for a Learning & Development role where I can design measurable curriculum and training, coach educators, and apply data-driven literacy/ESOL expertise—ideally with opportunities for remote delivery and meaningful international impact.

I’m a results-driven Learning & Development professional and instructional designer with 14+ years designing and delivering high-impact training, instructional materials, and curriculum across secondary, adult, and district-wide contexts. I translate complex content into accessible, measurable learning experiences that improve outcomes for educators and learners.

In my district-wide work, I coached educators across 13 sites by conducting needs assessments, facilitating professional development, and implementing evidence-based literacy interventions at scale. I developed curriculum materials, virtual training modules, and program data analysis tools to support consistent implementation and compliance.

I also bring hands-on instructional expertise as a Special Education Teacher and campus leader. I design differentiated instruction, align individualized learning plans to standards and student goals, and consistently track measurable progress—earning recognition as Teacher of the Year for instructional excellence and organizational leadership.

My specialty is literacy and multilingual learning, including Wilson Reading System, Sonday Reading System, Language! Live, Read 180/Read Live, i-Ready, STAR Reading, and REWARDS. I’m skilled in remote and async delivery, adult learning (andragogy), ESOL/GED preparation, and capacity-building coaching that strengthens sustainable instructional practice.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Adult Education Instructor

Current

Adult Education Program

Jan 2019 - Present (7 years 3 months)

Facilitated ESOL instruction for adult learners using communicative and proficiency-based approaches, and taught GED Reading preparation with customized materials for varied literacy levels. Used data-driven instructional adjustments to support learner goal completion and credential attainment.

Communicative Approach GED Reading Preparation Proficiency Based Instruction Data Driven Instruction

Current

Special Education Teacher

Current

Highland High School

Aug 2018 - Present (7 years 8 months)

Designed and delivered differentiated Reading/Language Arts, Social Studies, Science, and Career Exploration instruction for learners with diverse needs, with measurable student progress aligned to academic standards and compliance requirements. Recognized as Teacher of the Year and led Link Crew coordination by recruiting, training, and managing 50+ student leaders for 500+ annual orientation par

Instructional Leadership Data Driven Instruction Standards Alignment

Instructional Coach

Gilbert Public Schools

Aug 2015 - Aug 2018 (3 years)

Designed and delivered district-wide professional development for special education across 13 secondary sites, improving instructional quality and learner outcomes for students with disabilities. Conducted needs assessments and implemented evidence-based literacy programs (e.g., Wilson Reading System, Read 180) supported by virtual training and data analysis tools.

Read180 Instructional Coaching Needs Analysis Wilson Reading System Curriculum Development Data Analysis Professional Development Workshop Facilitation

Special Education Teacher

Scottsdale Unified School District

Sep 2014 - May 2015 (8 months)

Provided individualized instruction and daily living support for young adults (ages 15–22) with severe/multiple medically complex learning profiles. Developed specialized communication, sensory, and physical development materials tailored to each learner’s needs.

Special Education Communication Supports Sensory Programming Medical Complexity Accommodations

Transition Program Teacher

Gilbert Public Schools

Aug 2012 - May 2014 (1 year 9 months)

Designed and piloted a transition program integrating daily living skills with vocational coursework for learners ages 16–22, later adopted campus-wide. Coordinated community-based instruction and engaged families and community partners to expand post-secondary readiness outcomes.

Family engagement Program Implementation