Instructional Design · Leadership · Online Education · Professional Development

Transforming Vision Into Lasting Impact

A seasoned Instructional Designer, Learning Strategist, and Leadership Consultant with over 20 years of experience across K–12, Higher Education, and Corporate Training — delivering clarity, results, and meaningful organizational growth.

Online School Leadership Flex Blended Learning Professional Development Leadership Development CTE Consultant School Improvement eLearning Design
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What I Offer

Comprehensive Learning & Leadership Solutions

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Strategic Learning Consulting

Partnering with organizations to design impactful, data-driven learning solutions. From needs assessment to full implementation, I align learning strategy with your goals to deliver measurable outcomes.

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Professional Development

Designing and facilitating high-impact professional development that drives lasting change — targeted, data-informed, and grounded in real organizational needs. From individual coaching to system-wide PD initiatives.

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Leadership Consulting & Development

Drawing on 20+ years of leading schools, teams, and institutions, I help organizations build strong leadership capacity, develop executive teams, and drive systemic performance improvement at every level.

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Online & Blended Learning Strategy

With firsthand experience as a principal of a national online school and head of school for a Flex Blended Learning model, I bring deep practical expertise in designing and scaling effective online and hybrid learning environments.

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eLearning & Curriculum Design

Creating engaging, accessible content using Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, and AI-enhanced tools — from onboarding and micro-courses to full-scale curriculum development tailored to your learners' needs.

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CTE Consulting

Consulting on Career Technical Education program design, workforce alignment, and training frameworks — helping organizations connect learners to meaningful career pathways and meet industry standards.

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Accreditation Consulting

Drawing on experience leading two successful school accreditations and serving on an external team, I provide consulting support through the accreditation process — from self-study preparation to continuous improvement planning.

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AI-Enhanced Learning Design

Leveraging prompt engineering and AI tools to streamline content creation, personalize learning paths, and keep your organization ahead in an evolving instructional landscape.

Chinchuba E-Learning and Training

About

20+ Years of Transforming Learning & Leadership

I am a seasoned Instructional Designer, Learning Strategist, and Leadership Consultant with over 20 years of experience spanning K–12, Higher Education, and Corporate Training. My career is built on one consistent thread: bridging vision and results — for learners, leaders, and organizations.

From serving as principal of a national online charter school, to leading a pioneering Flex Blended Learning campus, to advising 32 schools across Louisiana, to designing cutting-edge eLearning — I bring the full depth of educational leadership and instructional expertise to every engagement. Available for contract and remote work nationwide.

20+ Years Experience
32 Schools Advised
96% Parent Recommendation

Online & Blended Education Leadership

Leading Online Schools Before It Was the Norm

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Principal — National Online Charter School

Louisiana Connections Academy (Connections Academy) · 2011–2013

Served as principal of a Louisiana campus of Connections Academy, a national online charter school network — directing academics, personnel, culture, and daily operations for a student population with over 60% at-risk learners.

  • Led full school operations including staffing, curriculum delivery, and student support within a national charter framework
  • Directed successful accreditation achieving five Best Practices and a high accreditation score
  • Earned consistently top Net Promoter Rating and 96% parent recommendation
  • Managed LMS and enhanced academic outcomes for students with significant at-risk factors
  • Appointed to the State Superintendent's Louisiana Believes advisory committee
  • Received Leadership Award based on direct employee feedback
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Head of School — Flex Blended Model

Silicon Valley Flex Academy · 2014–2016

Led Silicon Valley Flex Academy as Head of School, implementing the Flex Blended Learning model — an innovative instructional approach integrating personalized online and in-person learning to meet each student's individual needs.

  • Led implementation of the Flex Blended Learning model, integrating online and in-person instruction
  • Trained staff on blended learning pedagogy and managed the campus LMS
  • Developed leadership and mentorship programs for students and staff
  • Provided external consulting on Flex Blended Learning to other schools
  • Managed accreditation and charter renewal processes
  • Awarded "Best Of" school in Morgan Hill and named to the California Honor Roll (2016)
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Practical Online Leadership — Not Just Theory

My experience in online and blended education comes from the work itself — serving as a school principal within a national charter network and leading a Flex Blended Learning campus. I understand these environments from the inside: the instructional design, the operational complexity, the student support systems, and the leadership required to make them truly work.

Consulting Specializations

Accreditation Support & CTE Consulting

Accreditation Consulting

With hands-on leadership experience guiding two schools through successful accreditation and serving on an external accreditation team, I provide consulting support to help institutions navigate the accreditation process with confidence.

  • Led successful accreditation of a national online charter school campus — five Best Practices noted
  • Led successful accreditation of Silicon Valley Flex Academy — recognized with "Best Of" and California Honor Roll
  • Served as a member of an external accreditation team to evaluate and accredit a school
  • Advised schools and districts on school improvement planning as a Louisiana DOE Educational Consultant
  • Experienced in self-study facilitation, documentation, and compliance preparation
  • Ongoing improvement planning support beyond the accreditation visit

Career Technical Education (CTE)

My CTE experience spans program design, training delivery, and stakeholder engagement — helping organizations connect learners to meaningful career pathways aligned with industry and workforce standards.

  • Contributed to the conceptual development of a STEM-based CTE academy in Baton Rouge, demonstrating early initiative in career-connected learning
  • Designed CTE-aligned curriculum connecting academic standards to industry competencies and workforce readiness
  • Led professional development focused on student employability outcomes at the post-secondary level
  • Developed career and college readiness programs improving graduation rates and post-secondary transitions
  • Contributed to state-level Economic Development and Workforce Development committees
  • Supported employer partnerships to align programs with local and regional workforce needs
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Experience on Both Sides — As a Leader and as a Consultant

Whether you need support navigating an accreditation process, strengthening a CTE program, or developing a school improvement strategy, I bring direct experience from both sides: as a school leader who has been through it, and as a consultant who has guided others through it.

Leadership & Recognition

A Proven Record of Impact

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Rookie of the Year

Achieve3000 — Recognized for outstanding performance and client impact in first year of service (2019)

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Regional Service Award

Achieve3000 — Honored for exceptional regional training delivery and professional services excellence (2021)

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Leadership Award

Louisiana Connections Academy — Awarded based on direct employee feedback for outstanding school leadership

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"Best Of" School Award

Silicon Valley Flex Academy — Named Best School in Morgan Hill and placed on the California Honor Roll (2016)

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Spotlight Educator

St. Tammany Parish Public Schools — Recognized as a Spotlight Educator and nominated for Disney "Teacher of the Year"

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State Advisory Committee

Served on Louisiana State Superintendent's "Louisiana Believes" advisory committee, contributing to statewide education policy

Two Decades of Leading Organizations Forward

20+ Years Experience
32 Schools Advised
2 Successful Accreditations Led
96% Parent Recommendation Rating

Professional Background

A Career Built on Every Level of Education

From the classroom to the state capital, from national online charter schools to Silicon Valley blended learning campuses — my career spans every dimension of education and organizational development. I bring this breadth, and the depth behind it, to every consulting engagement.

Owner & Principal Consultant

Chinchuba E-Learning and Training, LLC · 2025–Present

Strategic consulting in instructional design, eLearning, online learning strategy, leadership development, professional development, CTE, and accreditation support for organizations nationwide.

Instructional Designer, Learning R&D

Cambium Learning Group / Lexia Learning · 2022–2024

Designed ADA-compliant eLearning using ADDIE; applied AI tools and prompt engineering for personalized, adaptive content development and onboarding programs.

Professional Services Manager

Achieve3000 · 2019–2021

Delivered high-impact training earning Rookie of the Year (2019) and Regional Service Award (2021). Led data-driven analysis for continuous service improvement across client accounts.

Director of Education

Blue Cliff College · 2018

Led program implementation and professional development focused on improving student employability in CTE-aligned health and wellness programs.

Head of School — Flex Blended Model

Silicon Valley Flex Academy / Stride, Inc. · 2014–2016

Led implementation of the Flex Blended Learning model. Managed LMS, staff PD, accreditation, and charter renewal. Earned "Best Of" school recognition and California Honor Roll placement.

Principal — National Online Charter School

Louisiana Connections Academy · 2011–2013

Served as school principal within the national Connections Academy charter network. Led successful accreditation with five Best Practices. Achieved 96% parent recommendation and top Net Promoter Rating. Appointed to State Superintendent's Louisiana Believes advisory committee.

Adjunct Professor

Tulane University · 2010–2011

Taught teaching methods and technology integration for the alternative certification program. Focus on Understanding by Design and field-based observation of teacher candidates.

Educational Consultant

Louisiana Department of Education · 2007–2011

Advised 32 schools across multiple districts on instructional effectiveness and school improvement planning. Served on the State Superintendent's Louisiana Believes advisory committee. Contributed to Economic Development and Workforce Development committees.

Teacher & Assistant Principal

St. Tammany Parish Public School System · 2000–2007

Educator in science, speech, broadcasting, and math. Served as Assistant Principal and led a state-recognized test prep program. Named Spotlight Educator and nominated for Disney "Teacher of the Year."

Core Expertise

Professional Development System-wide PD design, facilitation, data-informed improvement, coaching, and team empowerment
Online & Blended Education National charter school principal; Flex Blended Model head of school; LMS management; blended pedagogy
CTE Consulting Program design, workforce alignment, employability outcomes, employer partnerships, career readiness
Accreditation Consulting Led 2 successful accreditations; external team member; school improvement planning across 32+ schools
Instructional Design Tools Articulate Storyline, Rise 360, Powtoon, Photoshop, Mindtickle LMS
Methodology ADDIE, Understanding by Design, Backward Design, Iterative Development
Leadership Development Executive coaching, org development, program management, grant writing
AI & Innovation AI-enhanced tools, prompt engineering, adaptive content creation
Available For Contract · Remote · EdTech Partnerships

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Let's Build Something Together

Ready to strengthen your organization's learning, leadership, or online education strategy? I'm available for contract and remote engagements across the United States. Let's talk about creating lasting impact for your team.

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