Salimah Chunara, M.Ed.
About Salimah Chunara, M.Ed.
Salimah Chunara, M.Ed., is the Learning Development Team Lead at WorkForce Software, bringing over 10 years of experience in training course design and employee engagement. She holds a BA in English Literature and Sociology from the University of Houston and an M.A. Ed & MTeach from UCL, where she studied on a full ride scholarship.
Current Role at WorkForce Software
Salimah Chunara serves as the Learning Development Team Lead at WorkForce Software, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing the development of training programs and materials. Her focus is on creating engaging e-learning experiences and conducting comprehensive needs assessments to ensure training effectiveness. Chunara's leadership in learning development aims to enhance employee engagement and skill development across the organization.
Educational Background
Salimah Chunara has a robust educational background. She studied at University College London (UCL) and earned a Bachelor of Arts in English Literature and Sociology from the University of Houston. Additionally, she completed her Master of Arts in Education and Master of Teaching at IOE - UCL's Faculty of Education and Society, where she received a Full Ride Scholarship. Her studies spanned from 2012 to 2014, equipping her with a strong foundation in teaching and education.
Professional Experience
With over 10 years of experience in the field, Salimah Chunara has held various roles that emphasize her expertise in learning and development. Prior to her current position, she worked as a Learning and Development Manager at Affiliated Monitoring from 2022 to 2023. She also served as a Learning & Development Specialist at Hertz for eight months in 2018. Additionally, Chunara was an Implementation Manager (Contract) at Homecare Homebase in 2019. Her diverse roles have allowed her to develop skills in curriculum curation and Train-the-Trainer models.
Skills and Specializations
Salimah Chunara specializes in designing effective training courses and materials, with a strong emphasis on e-learning development techniques. She is skilled in technical writing and user experience design strategies. Chunara has extensive experience in both virtual and instructor-led training environments. Her ability to build strong relationships within organizations has contributed to her success in enhancing employee retention and engagement through targeted training programs.