John Foley M.Ed
About John Foley M.Ed
John Foley is a Web Based Training Specialist with extensive experience in instructional design and technical training. He has worked for various organizations, including ManTech IS&T and MetroStar Systems, and specializes in developing training materials for government and public clients.
Current Role at ECS
John Foley serves as a Web-Based Training Specialist at ECS since 2019. In this role, he develops and administers instructional programs tailored for both government and public clients. He focuses on creating effective training materials that enhance learning and retention. His responsibilities include leading training classes using various delivery techniques designed for adult learners. He also collaborates with Operations teams to ensure alignment with current system functionalities and processes.
Previous Experience in Instructional Design
Prior to his current position, John Foley held several roles in instructional design and training. He worked at All Native Group as a Senior Distributed Learning Instructional Designer from 2015 to 2019. Before that, he was a Technical Program Developer at TEKsystems from 2012 to 2014 and an Instructional Designer at MetroStar Systems from 2008 to 2012. His experience includes translating complex technical information into accessible training materials.
Technical Training Background
John Foley's technical training experience includes a position as a Technical Trainer at ManTech IS&T from 2004 to 2007 and as SharePoint Solution Support at SI International from 2007 to 2008. In these roles, he developed knowledge assessments to evaluate training effectiveness and provided support for technical solutions. His background in technical training has equipped him with the skills to create impactful learning experiences.
Educational Qualifications
John Foley earned a Bachelor of Science in Political Science from Arizona State University, where he studied from 1996 to 2000. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Education in Instructional Technology from American InterContinental University in 2004. His educational background supports his expertise in developing instructional programs and materials.
Teaching Experience
Before transitioning into instructional design and technical training, John Foley worked as a teacher at Fairfax County Public Schools from 2001 to 2004. This experience provided him with foundational skills in education and curriculum development, which he applies in his current role as a Web-Based Training Specialist.