About Uplift Learning Inc.

Positions available: 2

Uplift Learning Inc. offers online courses for coaches, educators, health, wellness and mental health professionals. Our mission is to increase compassion for mental health by teaching professionals about trauma informed practice. We’re excited to work with students who can help us not only brainstorm, but also execute a strategy to:

• Become the trusted source for training about building resiliency through Trauma-Informed Practice

Our team is looking for two students to support minor web design Wordpress edits who has a passion for detail and design. Ideally, someone who wants to gain experience in social e-Learning delivery through Learning Management Systems (Thinkific). This internship is responsible for the support, design, development, implementation, delivery, and maintenance of content, assets, and other resources used for instructional functions. This individual is very tech savvy, has a positive can do attitude, and is self directed while enjoys working in a small team.

Following a strength-based approach, primary projects can include:

1.Minor changes to our Wordpress site:

• Create a blog page
• Make some small design edits to banners
• Ensure all is functioning optimally
• Support in SEO keywords on the website
• Measuring and optimizing our paid marketing using vendor-specific dashboards, Google Analytics, and marketing analytics reports.
• Develops a branded email template in Mailchimp using CSS and HTML.

2. Learning Management System Configuration:

• Configuration of the Thinkific LMS including functionality, appearance, tabs, and settings.
• Develop a custom theme in the LMS using brand style guide and look and feel of our existing site using Photoshop, HTML and CSS.
• Identifies and communicates opportunities for process and quality improvements, providing feedback on usage, defects, and suggested enhancements.
• Acquires and maintains knowledge of current technology as it applies to LMS software and systems.
• Works with Project Coordinator and Instructional Designers to troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to the LMS and course content.

3. Course Production

• Follows an existing course production process.
• Comfortable receiving constructive client feedback.
• Practicing active listening skills and question asking to find solutions.
• Translates instructional content from MSWord or Google Docs into visual or interactive content using tools and platforms such as powerpoint, facebook social learning groups, Adobe Captivate or Equivalent, Photoshop, Padlet, Mindmeister.
• Translates learning modules from MSWord or Google Docs to the LMS to produce the course. This can include things like navigation, page layout, setting up discussions, evaluations, importing media, testing content, adjusting settings and technical troubleshooting. The goal is to produce an entire course that is ready to launch.

This person should be comfortable working in HTML, CSS, Photoshop and Wordpress. Previous experience in Mailchimp and Thinkific would be an asset. An essential skill for this position is trouble shooting and problem solving. You're comfortable figuring out how to do things you don't know how to do using google and other online resources.

It's possible we'll engage two individuals for this project. In collaboration, one intern would handle graphics while the other focuses on more technical work. This is a great project for students to prove their web finesse and understanding of LMS platforms to future employers, as the impact of their work on this project can be easily measured and communicated.

NOTE from the Founder:

Uplift is excited to be working with students as learning is the foundation of our business while also being our passion. We know that your success is our success and we are committed to making this a powerful, positive playground to practice and grow your skills and confidence.

We look forward to getting to know you better!

There will be one team meeting each week you will have access to a dedicated Project Coordinator, as well as, the Founder, Ernestina Malheiro and her 20+ years of experience in media, education, instructional design, and health. There will also be a one hour onboarding session to find strengths and outline objectives. Office hours for questions are 10-2pm MST. Your success is our success.