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Amanda García-Álvarez

Amanda García-Álvarez

Senior Learning & Development Specialist
Barcelona

Summary

Multilingual and passionate learning professional with over a decade of experience designing and delivering transformative learning programs across academic and organizational settings. Specialized in instructional design, curriculum development, talent coaching and performance analysis. Proven ability to align learning strategies with institutional goals, conduct training needs analysis, lead LMS implementations, and foster inclusive learning cultures. Currently completing a Master's in Psychopedagogy with a focus on workplace learning, which has already enriched my L&D approach through updated strategies in talent development and educational psychology.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
11
11
years of post-secondary education
5
5
Languages

Work History

Mentor & Final Year Project Supervisor

UCJC, VIU & UNIR (Online Universities)
01.2023 - 01.2025
  • Guided students in applying research to real-world professional and organizational challenges
  • Assessed usability and learner experience across different digital learning environments
  • Delivered coaching to enhance team cohesion, transversal communication, and peer feedback culture

E-learning Specialist & Talent Development Advisor

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)
01.2021 - 01.2025
  • Conducted Training Needs Analysis to identify digital competency gaps and develop targeted programs
  • Designed and implemented e-learning solutions and onboarding strategies adaptable to a variety of professional profiles
  • Created performance indicators to evaluate training effectiveness and learner satisfaction (Kirkpatrick model)
  • Supported team leaders in strategic decision-making and coaching processes
  • Integrated LMS platforms (Moodle, Blackboard) and led optimization strategies for training delivery

Instructional Coach & Exams Coordinator

Instituto Cervantes
01.2014 - 01.2025
  • Coordinated end-to-end exam logistics and training: examiner recruitment, mentoring, and quality assurance
  • Conducted structured feedback processes to identify development goals and provide targeted coaching
  • Designed training programs and content aligned with performance goals and adult learning principles

Examiner and Training Coordinator

British Council
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Led standardization and feedback processes to ensure compliance with global evaluation and development standards
  • Developed training content and supported implementation of instructor development programs

Instructional Designer & Learning Coach

University of Malaysia (UM)
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Designed and implemented programs to improve educational quality and learner engagement in multicultural contexts
  • Delivered coaching and facilitated capacity-building sessions for faculty and staff
  • Participated in curriculum alignment and learning outcome evaluation aligned with institutional objectives

Educator and Curriculum Developer

Reykjavik International School (RIS)
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Designed adaptable curriculum and content tailored to international learner profiles
  • Implemented instructional strategies based on experiential learning and engagement-driven models

Office Manager & Assistant

Zenith (Publicis Groupe)
01.2012 - 01.2013
  • Developed transversal communication and organizational planning skills in high-performance environments
  • Supported cross-functional teams, prioritized tasks under pressure, and optimized internal workflows
  • Applied digital tools for presentation design, reporting, and stakeholder communication
  • Gained first-hand knowledge of business dynamics, team management, and operational excellence

Recruitment Consultant Support

Page Group (Michael Page)
01.2011 - 01.2012

Office Manager & Events Coordinator

Green Alliance SGEC
01.2008 - 01.2011

Education

PhD - Education & ICT (E-learning)

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)
01.2017 - 01.2022

Master’s - Psychopedagogy (Educational & Workplace focus)

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)

Master’s - Second Language Acquisition and Teaching

Universidad de Deusto
01.2013 - 01.2015

Bachelor’s Degree - English Studies

Universitat de Barcelona (UB)
01.2008 - 01.2012

Skills

Tools And Platforms

  • Moodle
  • Blackboard
  • Canva
  • Articulate
  • Trello
  • Microsoft Teams
  • Google Workspace
  • Zoom
  • Slack

Interests

Human Development Inclusive Leadership Talent Innovation Experiential Learning Emotional Intelligence

Timeline

Mentor & Final Year Project Supervisor

UCJC, VIU & UNIR (Online Universities)
01.2023 - 01.2025

Examiner and Training Coordinator

British Council
01.2022 - 01.2023

E-learning Specialist & Talent Development Advisor

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)
01.2021 - 01.2025

Instructional Designer & Learning Coach

University of Malaysia (UM)
01.2019 - 01.2022

PhD - Education & ICT (E-learning)

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)
01.2017 - 01.2022

Instructional Coach & Exams Coordinator

Instituto Cervantes
01.2014 - 01.2025

Educator and Curriculum Developer

Reykjavik International School (RIS)
01.2014 - 01.2015

Master’s - Second Language Acquisition and Teaching

Universidad de Deusto
01.2013 - 01.2015

Office Manager & Assistant

Zenith (Publicis Groupe)
01.2012 - 01.2013

Recruitment Consultant Support

Page Group (Michael Page)
01.2011 - 01.2012

Office Manager & Events Coordinator

Green Alliance SGEC
01.2008 - 01.2011

Bachelor’s Degree - English Studies

Universitat de Barcelona (UB)
01.2008 - 01.2012

Master’s - Psychopedagogy (Educational & Workplace focus)

Universitat Oberta de Catalunya (UOC)

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