Andrea Baas
About Andrea Baas
Andrea Baas is a teacher with a background in history and education, holding a Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and a Master of Education from Purdue University. She has extensive experience in instructional design, eLearning development, and has worked in various educational roles since 2019.
Work at Varsity Tutors
Andrea Baas has been employed at Varsity Tutors as a Teacher since 2019. In this role, she utilizes her expertise in instructional content design and eLearning development to enhance the learning experience for students. Her focus on performance improvement and collaborative learning contributes to effective teaching strategies within the organization.
Work at Department of Corrections - Wisconsin
Since 2019, Andrea Baas has also served as a Teacher at the Department of Corrections in Wisconsin. In this capacity, she applies her skills in learning systems management and instructional design to support the educational needs of incarcerated individuals. Her experience in needs assessment and analysis aids in creating tailored educational programs.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Baas holds a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in History and Education from the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee, completed between 1993 and 1995, and another BA in the same fields from the University of Wisconsin-Parkside, achieved from 1995 to 1997. She furthered her education with a Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Learning Design and Technology from Purdue University, completed in 2018. Her academic background supports her strong expertise in instructional design and eLearning.
Previous Experience
Before her current roles, Andrea Baas worked for 11 years at the Wisconsin Department of Transportation as a Supervisor from 2008 to 2019. Additionally, she served as a Web Designer and Technology Support at Grace Church from 2006 to 2009. These positions provided her with valuable experience in technology integration and management.
Skills and Proficiencies
Andrea Baas possesses a range of skills in eLearning development and instructional design. She is proficient in various software and tools, including Adobe Products, Articulate 360, TechSmith Products, and Microsoft Office Suite. Her expertise includes the systematic design of instruction using established models such as ADDIE and Dick and Carey, which enhances her effectiveness as an educator.