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I'm a dedicated instructional designer and curriculum strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex content into engaging, accessible learning for higher education and K-12. I design online, hybrid, and asynchronous courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canvas, and H5P, with a strong focus on universal design for learning and accessibility. I enjoy collaborating with schools and universities to create multimedia-rich modules and mastery-based learning experiences that empower both educators and students. Throughout my career, I've partnered with UVU, Citizens High School, Daktronics, and Trivium Education to deliver high-quality curriculum and assessments. I also lead professional learning for teachers, implement Canvas and multimedia strategies, and develop trauma-informed, accessible curricula for diverse learners. I’m passionate about training educators, building scalable learning tools, and advancing inclusive education.…I'm a dedicated instructional designer and curriculum strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex content into engaging, accessible learning for higher education and K-12. I design online, hybrid, and asynchronous courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canvas, and H5P, with a strong focus on universal design for learning and accessibility. I enjoy collaborating with schools and universities to create multimedia-rich modules and mastery-based learning experiences that empower both educators and students. Throughout my career, I've partnered with UVU, Citizens High School, Daktronics, and Trivium Education to deliver high-quality curriculum and assessments. I also lead professional learning for teachers, implement Canvas and multimedia strategies, and develop trauma-informed, accessible curricula for diverse learners. I’m passionate about training educators, building scalable learning tools, and advancing inclusive education.

Tara Allen

Instructional Designer, Content Designer, Content Creator, +2

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I'm a dedicated instructional designer and curriculum strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex content into engaging, accessible learning for higher education and K-12. I design online, hybrid, and asynchronous courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canvas, and H5P, with a strong focus on universal design for learning and accessibility. I enjoy collaborating with schools and universities to create multimedia-rich modules and mastery-based learning experiences that empower both educators and students. Throughout my career, I've partnered with UVU, Citizens High School, Daktronics, and Trivium Education to deliver high-quality curriculum and assessments. I also lead professional learning for teachers, implement Canvas and multimedia strategies, and develop trauma-informed, accessible curricula for diverse learners. I’m passionate about training educators, building scalable learning tools, and advancing inclusive education.…I'm a dedicated instructional designer and curriculum strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex content into engaging, accessible learning for higher education and K-12. I design online, hybrid, and asynchronous courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canvas, and H5P, with a strong focus on universal design for learning and accessibility. I enjoy collaborating with schools and universities to create multimedia-rich modules and mastery-based learning experiences that empower both educators and students. Throughout my career, I've partnered with UVU, Citizens High School, Daktronics, and Trivium Education to deliver high-quality curriculum and assessments. I also lead professional learning for teachers, implement Canvas and multimedia strategies, and develop trauma-informed, accessible curricula for diverse learners. I’m passionate about training educators, building scalable learning tools, and advancing inclusive education.

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I’m a dedicated instructional designer and curriculum strategist with 10+ years of experience transforming complex content into engaging, accessible learning for higher education and K-12. I design online, hybrid, and asynchronous courses using tools like Articulate Storyline, Rise, Canvas, and H5P, with a strong focus on universal design for learning and accessibility. I enjoy collaborating with schools and universities to create multimedia-rich modules and mastery-based learning experiences that empower both educators and students.

Throughout my career, I’ve partnered with UVU, Citizens High School, Daktronics, and Trivium Education to deliver high-quality curriculum and assessments. I also lead professional learning for teachers, implement Canvas and multimedia strategies, and develop trauma-informed, accessible curricula for diverse learners. I’m passionate about training educators, building scalable learning tools, and advancing inclusive education.

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Work Experience

Adjunct Professor (Educational Psychology) at Utah Valley University (UVU)

September 1, 2024 - Present

Taught Educational Psychology online to university students, focusing on learning theories and instructional strategies.

Adjunct Professor at Utah Valley University (UVU)

January 1, 2024 - Present

Adjunct Professor – Educational Psychology online to university students, focusing on learning theories and instructional strategies.

Social Studies Teacher & Adjunct Professor at Cascade Mountain High School at Center for Change

January 1, 2023 - Present

Taught World History in a therapeutic inpatient setting; developed trauma-informed, accessible curriculum for students in recovery.

Professional Learning Specialist at Imagine Learning

January 1, 2023 - Present

Trains and coaches K-12 educators on integrating digital tools and instructional technology; designed and delivered virtual & onsite PD workshops; manages curriculum projects; assisted teachers in implementing Canvas, Articulate 360, and multimedia learning strategies.

Instructional Design & Curriculum Development at Citizens High School; PLP; Daktronics; Trivium Education

January 1, 2023 - Present

Created asynchronous K–12 and post-secondary courses; developed interactive content and assessments aligned with academic standards and platform requirements (Rise, Canvas, EdPuzzle).

Instructional Design & Curriculum Development at Utah Valley University

January 1, 2023 - Present

Designed online and hybrid higher-ed courses using Canvas and Storyline; restructured learning paths to improve flow and interactivity.

Social Studies Teacher at Cascade Mountain High School at Center for Change

January 1, 2023 - Present

Teach World History in a therapeutic inpatient setting; develop trauma-informed, accessible curriculum for students in recovery.

Instructional Designer & Curriculum Developer at Utah Valley University, Citizens High School, Daktronics, Trivium Education

January 1, 2023 - Present

Designs and develops curriculum, assessments, and digital learning content for universities, schools, and companies; specializes in Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and WCAG-compliant accessibility; creates asynchronous courses and interactive content using Articulate 360, Canvas, and Rise.

Social Studies Teacher & Adjunct Professor at Freedom Prep Academy

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Led PCBL initiative; taught AP/CE Psychology & AP World History; 73% AP World History pass rate; taught World History, Psychology, and Economics.

Social Studies Teacher at Freedom Prep Academy

January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2023

Led PCBL initiative, taught AP World History (73% AP pass rate), AP Psychology, regular World History, Psychology, and an Economics course.

Social Studies Teacher & Adjunct Professor at Pioneer High School for the Performing Arts

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

Created standards-aligned online curriculum; taught AP U.S. History, AP Government, Geography, Psychology, Sociology, and Financial Literacy.

Social Studies Teacher & Adjunct Professor at Various (UVU Adjunct; Center for Change; Freedom Prep Academy; Pioneer High School for the Performing Arts)

January 1, 2013 - January 1, 2018

Taught secondary social studies and university-level courses with a focus on engagement, accessibility, and mastery learning; developed trauma-informed curriculum and delivered AP-level instruction.