Gregory Pavliv

Experience

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  Music Will

  Sept 2008 - Sept 2013

  National Director of Training

  -Led a national learning & development program that successfully trained approximately 1,000 teachers in 14 different cities, impacting over 250,000 public school students within a three-year timeframe. Implemented strategic planning methodologies and leveraged expertise in educational neuroscience, instructional design, and curriculum development to drive program success. (Keywords: Leadership Development, Program Management, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Performance Management, Learning Strategy)-Strategic Planning: Strong nonprofit management practice and planning skills, showcasing the ability to develop long-term learning strategies that support organizational goals and business objectives.-Effectively managed an annual training budget while fostering external partnerships with vendors and publishers. Utilized long-range planning strategies to navigate a fast-paced environment, ensuring innovative and efficient logistics. (Keywords: Program Management, Organizational Development, Instructional Design, Innovation & Efficiency, Leadership)-Traveled extensively, dedicating 50% of the time to support the organization's remarkable expansion of an estimated 246%. Proactively built relationships with key stakeholders, district leaders, and communities, while effectively representing the organization's culture through television and radio interviews. (Keywords: Relationship Building, Collaborative Leadership, Nonprofit Organizations, Executive Coaching, Leadership)-Leveraged core leadership skills, including facilitating curriculum alignment, learning brand development, learner experience optimization, and driving impactful learning & development initiatives. Proactively identified opportunities for process improvement to enhance training and education efforts. (Keywords: Curriculum Alignment, Learning Brand, Learner Experience, Process Improvement, Training & Education, Leadership) Show less

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  Yeshiva University

  Jul 2013 - Aug 2016

  Director of Training & Quality Control

  -Developed and implemented an evidence-based learning strategy for the Department of Institutional Advancement, taking a leadership role in training University staff through learner-centric sessions across departments, including the Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Cardozo School of Law. (Keywords: Educational Neuroscience, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Learning Strategy)-Successfully administered a complex project management system leveraging cross-functional subject matter experts while utilizing Oracle Business Intelligence, to ensure seamless alignment with University culture and procedures in the adoption of innovative learning technologies. (Keywords: Program Management, Instructional Design, Organizational Development, Project Management, Leadership)-Led cross-functional teams as the Director of Quality Control, collaborating with subject matter experts from different business areas to develop tailored learning strategies. Rapidly acquired in-depth knowledge of all job functions, enabling the development of evidence-based, in-person, and Articulate Storyline training modules. (Keywords: Staff Development, Performance Management, Instructional Design, Learning Strategy, Curriculum Development, Leadership)-Spearheaded executive collaboration in weekly learning & development meetings, resulting in the authorship of comprehensive training documents spanning 1,000 pages. Leveraged this collaboration to design and deliver over 20 impactful classroom learning experiences utilizing Articulate Storyline, emphasizing leadership and promoting curriculum alignment. (Keywords: Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Workshop Facilitation, Educational Technology, Leadership)-Exemplified leadership qualities showcasing expertise in financial management, policy development, curriculum alignment, relationship building, innovation & efficiency, learning brand development, process improvement, and strategic planning. Show less

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  New Jersey Department of Education

  Sept 2016 - Apr 2024

  Teacher & Master Trainer (Ph.D. Candidate : Adult Learning Theory)

  -Conference presenter, keynote speaker, and featured guest lecturer on adult learning, learning & development initiatives, and collaborative problem solving. Developed original research to improve learning, training, and development based on exhaustive qualitative and quantitative data.-Master Trainer focusing on cutting-edge applications of adult learning theory, applications of artificial intelligence, and how to prepare future generations better to be successful in the future workplace. Advocate of evidence-based learning strategies and an expert in assessment & evaluation. - State Licensed Teacher of all grade levels leading workshops and training sessions in multiple school districts, including Chicago, Dallas Independent, Denver, District of Columbia, East Palo Alto, Hillsborough County, Los Angeles Unified, Metro Nashville, Minneapolis, Morris Plains, Newark, New York City, New Orleans, Oakland Unified, Philadelphia, Poudre, and San Francisco Unified, focusing on executive development, staff development, performance management, and the implementation of blended learning strategies.-Learning Technology Integration: Expertise in learning management systems (LMS), e-learning platforms, and other technological tools to efficiently deliver and track learning programs.-Elected as New Jersey State Delegate to the National Representative Assembly in Washington D.C. and played a pivotal role in authoring a new item that secured funding from the National Education Association, specifically aimed at safeguarding performing arts programs in public schools.-Leveraged leadership development and organizational development expertise to create curriculum and instructional designs for 14 school districts, emphasizing learner experience and utilizing quantitative and qualitative assessment methodologies. Show less

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  Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Services

  Apr 2024 - now

  Director of Staff Development & Training (Educational Neuroscience)

  Central State Hospital (the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Maximum Security Forensic Psychiatric Hospital) Training & Staff Development Director of 1,000 hospital-wide staff, including forensic sciences, behavioral management, CPR, documentation, wellness, self-care, and team building.Agile and Kirkpatrick management, implementation, assessment, and data collection / data analysis.New Hire Performance Manager supervising a team of employees responsible for performance management, terminations, ongoing curriculum & staff development of 40+ new employees per month. Neurorelational Positive Behavior Support and Emergency Behavior Management Director (Therapeutic Options), including therapeutic communications, crisis intervention, de-escalation techniques, physical restraint, physical de-escalation, self-defense, and emergency medication delivery. Agency-appointed committee member to state capital-based statewide initiatives and programs concerning training, policy development, learning management systems, and DEI. Deficiency and Mandate management of all state, federal, and agency compliance requirements, including promoting proactive employee completion, design of implementation activities, and emergency training requirements. Creator of the Elevate employee recognition initiative, staff educational services programs, and facility-wide communications related to mindfulness, training offerings, and completion of Rounds. Show less