Hello! I'm Kymberleigh Richards, an instructional designer and educational developer with over 15 years of experience shaping adult learning and e-learning. I combine solid instructional design practices with emerging technologies to create accessible, engaging, and outcomes-focused learning experiences. I enjoy partnering with subject matter experts to translate complex content into clear, impactful learning products and I am committed to inclusive design that supports diverse and neurodivergent learners. Throughout my career I have led communities of practice, refined AI-related academic integrity policies, and driven innovative learning solutions such as podcasts and simulations. I am passionate about guiding teams through responsible AI integration and continuous improvement to meet regulatory and business needs while delivering high-quality courses.

Kymberleigh Richards

Hello! I'm Kymberleigh Richards, an instructional designer and educational developer with over 15 years of experience shaping adult learning and e-learning. I combine solid instructional design practices with emerging technologies to create accessible, engaging, and outcomes-focused learning experiences. I enjoy partnering with subject matter experts to translate complex content into clear, impactful learning products and I am committed to inclusive design that supports diverse and neurodivergent learners. Throughout my career I have led communities of practice, refined AI-related academic integrity policies, and driven innovative learning solutions such as podcasts and simulations. I am passionate about guiding teams through responsible AI integration and continuous improvement to meet regulatory and business needs while delivering high-quality courses.

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Hello! I’m Kymberleigh Richards, an instructional designer and educational developer with over 15 years of experience shaping adult learning and e-learning. I combine solid instructional design practices with emerging technologies to create accessible, engaging, and outcomes-focused learning experiences. I enjoy partnering with subject matter experts to translate complex content into clear, impactful learning products and I am committed to inclusive design that supports diverse and neurodivergent learners.

Throughout my career I have led communities of practice, refined AI-related academic integrity policies, and driven innovative learning solutions such as podcasts and simulations. I am passionate about guiding teams through responsible AI integration and continuous improvement to meet regulatory and business needs while delivering high-quality courses.

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Language

French
Intermediate
Spanish; Castilian
Intermediate

Work Experience

Educational Developer at Insurance Institute of Canada
January 1, 2016 - June 1, 2024
Designed and developed continuing education eLearning courses for brokers. Created the Canadian Managing General Agent Program and revamped the instructor certification program. Maintained and updated LMS course shells, developed online tutorials and assessments, collaborated with SMEs to develop content, and created content supporting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
Instructional Designer at Euphoria Workforce Solutions
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2016
Developed instructor-led, e-learning, and live virtual training programs. Utilized the ADDIE model to design training solutions and collaborated with SMEs in IT, sales, and training industries to develop effective curricula.

Education

Graduate Certificate at Royal Roads University
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018
Certificate at University of Toronto
January 1, 2011 - December 31, 2011
BA at Carleton University
January 1, 1996 - December 31, 1996
Graduate Certificate in Instructional Design at Royal Roads University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2018
Certificate in E-Learning and Technology at University of Toronto
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011
TESL Certificate in Adult Education at Algonquin College
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1998
BA in English Literature and Linguistics at Carleton University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1996

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Industry Experience

Education, Professional Services, Non-Profit Organization, Financial Services