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Hi, I’m Marsha Fountain, an instructional designer and educator with a passion for adult learning, teacher development, and curriculum design. I translate complex standards and instructional goals into engaging, learner-centered experiences using digital tools, data, and evidence-based pedagogy. I bring extensive background in coaching and professional learning design across K–12 environments, designing scalable learning solutions for diverse learners, facilitating virtual and in-person training, and evaluating impact for continuous improvement. I’ve led district-wide PLCs, MTSS implementations, and AVID initiatives, and I enjoy building collaborative, future-focused professional learning ecosystems.…Hi, I’m Marsha Fountain, an instructional designer and educator with a passion for adult learning, teacher development, and curriculum design. I translate complex standards and instructional goals into engaging, learner-centered experiences using digital tools, data, and evidence-based pedagogy. I bring extensive background in coaching and professional learning design across K–12 environments, designing scalable learning solutions for diverse learners, facilitating virtual and in-person training, and evaluating impact for continuous improvement. I’ve led district-wide PLCs, MTSS implementations, and AVID initiatives, and I enjoy building collaborative, future-focused professional learning ecosystems.

Marsha Fountain

Instructional Designer, Content Designer, UX Designer, +4

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Hi, I’m Marsha Fountain, an instructional designer and educator with a passion for adult learning, teacher development, and curriculum design. I translate complex standards and instructional goals into engaging, learner-centered experiences using digital tools, data, and evidence-based pedagogy. I bring extensive background in coaching and professional learning design across K–12 environments, designing scalable learning solutions for diverse learners, facilitating virtual and in-person training, and evaluating impact for continuous improvement. I’ve led district-wide PLCs, MTSS implementations, and AVID initiatives, and I enjoy building collaborative, future-focused professional learning ecosystems.…Hi, I’m Marsha Fountain, an instructional designer and educator with a passion for adult learning, teacher development, and curriculum design. I translate complex standards and instructional goals into engaging, learner-centered experiences using digital tools, data, and evidence-based pedagogy. I bring extensive background in coaching and professional learning design across K–12 environments, designing scalable learning solutions for diverse learners, facilitating virtual and in-person training, and evaluating impact for continuous improvement. I’ve led district-wide PLCs, MTSS implementations, and AVID initiatives, and I enjoy building collaborative, future-focused professional learning ecosystems.

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Hi, I’m Marsha Fountain, an instructional designer and educator with a passion for adult learning, teacher development, and curriculum design. I translate complex standards and instructional goals into engaging, learner-centered experiences using digital tools, data, and evidence-based pedagogy.

I bring extensive background in coaching and professional learning design across K–12 environments, designing scalable learning solutions for diverse learners, facilitating virtual and in-person training, and evaluating impact for continuous improvement. I’ve led district-wide PLCs, MTSS implementations, and AVID initiatives, and I enjoy building collaborative, future-focused professional learning ecosystems.

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English

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Work Experience

Academic & Instructional Dean at Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD

January 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and facilitated job-embedded professional learning experiences aligned to adult learning principles, instructional priorities, and measurable outcomes. Implemented coaching frameworks to improve instructional practice and student outcomes. Designed district-wide professional learning models and onboarding resources.

District MTS S Coordinator & District Director for AVID Stronger Connections Grant Programs at Trinity Basin Preparatory Schools

January 1, 2024 - Present

Designed district-wide MTS S training curriculum and learning pathways for administrators, teachers, and support staff; created multi-tier professional development modules; led district-wide AVID implementation and measured learning impact.

Restorative Practices Specialist & MTS S Coach at Arlington ISD

January 1, 2021 - June 1, 2024

Designed targeted intervention curriculum based on data analysis; supported teachers in differentiating instruction through modeling, resource design, and coaching; used formative assessment data to evaluate instructional effectiveness and refine learning supports.

Teacher & Department Leader at DFW School Districts

January 1, 2016 - June 30, 2021

Created digital and blended learning experiences for synchronous and asynchronous instruction for multiple courses; led lesson design, accessibility, differentiated instruction, and digital learning.

Academic & Instructional Dean at Carrollton Farmers Branch ISD

July 1, 2025 - Present

Designed and facilitated job-embedded professional learning experiences aligned to adult learning principles, instructional priorities, and measurable outcomes. Applied the Relay Get Better Faster coaching framework to create structured learning cycles, observation tools, and feedback protocols that improved instructional practice and learner performance. Developed curriculum resources and internalization tools, and digital learning supports for teachers across content areas. Led PLC design with a focus on standards alignment, assessment literacy, and evidence-based instructional strategies. Designed and delivered district-wide New Teacher Academy learning modules, including certification exam prep, onboarding curriculum, and coaching supports. Instructional Design Lens: needs analysis, curriculum mapping, learning facilitation, performance evaluation, iterative improvement.

District MTSS Coordinator & District Director for AVID Stronger Connections Grant Funded at Trinity Basin Preparatory Schools

January 1, 2024 - Present

Designed district-wide MTSS training curriculum and learning pathways for administrators, counselors, nurses, interventionists, and teachers. Created multi-tiered professional development modules aligned to learner roles, delivery modes, and implementation fidelity. Led implementation of AVID instructional systems through TECHNOLOGY & Digital Learning Management Systems (LMS), Virtual Meeting & Facilitation Platforms, Online Curriculum & Assessment Tools, Digital Collaboration Tools, Data Dashboards & Progress Monitoring Systems.

Restorative Practices Specialist & MTSS Coach at Arlington ISD

July 1, 2022 - June 30, 2024

Designed and implemented district-wide MTSS training. Created restorative practices, observation rubrics, coaching tools, and digital resources to support consistent implementation across campuses. Facilitated synchronous and asynchronous learning experiences for educators and campus leaders. Supported new teacher onboarding through structured learning experiences, coaching cycles, and resource development. Instructional Lens: facilitation, coaching frameworks, learning transfer, implementation support.

Interventionist & MTSS Coach Title I at Arlington ISD

July 1, 2021 - June 30, 2022

Designed targeted intervention curricula and MTSS coaching supports for Title I campuses. Facilitated teacher collaboration toward data-informed instructional design and implementation fidelity. Focused on ensuring equity and access to high-quality instruction across campuses.