Christine Mc Avoy
About Christine Mc Avoy
Christine McAvoy is an experienced instructional designer currently working at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. She has held various roles in instructional design and training across multiple organizations, demonstrating strong skills in project management, facilitation, and blended learning material development.
Current Role at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory
Christine Mc Avoy has been serving as an Instructional Designer at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory since 2021. In this role, she focuses on developing effective learning materials and strategies that meet the needs of diverse learners within the laboratory environment. Her expertise in instructional design contributes to enhancing the educational experiences of employees and stakeholders.
Previous Experience in Instructional Design
Prior to her current position, Christine Mc Avoy held various instructional design roles. She worked as an Instructional Designer at Pacific Gas and Electric Company from 2012 to 2013 and as a Technical Writer from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she served as a Corporate Training Manager at ZipRealty from 2002 to 2006 and returned to the company as a Training Manager / Technology Training Analyst from 2009 to 2011.
Educational Background and Specialization
Christine Mc Avoy earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from the University of California, Los Angeles. She specializes in creating blended learning materials that integrate detailed visual tools with relevant scenarios and exercises. Her educational background supports her ability to design effective training programs tailored to various audiences.
Skills and Competencies
Christine possesses strong skills in managing multiple high-priority projects simultaneously, often involving diverse stakeholders. She has a knack for building rapport and effectively re-prioritizing tasks under pressure. Her excellent facilitation and classroom management skills allow her to deliver engaging presentations that maintain learner motivation.
Diverse Work History
Christine Mc Avoy has a diverse work history that includes roles at Kaiser Permanente as a Learning Consultant, TriNet as a Sales Product/CRM Trainer and eLearning Curriculum Developer, and UCSF Medical Center as an Instructional Designer. Her experience spans various industries, contributing to her comprehensive understanding of instructional design and training.