
About Mentolawit
Mentolawit Shiferaw Taye is an experienced curriculum developer, educator, and instructional design specialist with over 15 years of expertise in creating impactful learning experiences. With a career spanning roles as a teacher, unit leader, department coordinator, and department head, she brings a comprehensive understanding of instructional effectiveness, educational leadership, and curriculum implementation.
Her passion lies in transforming education by developing engaging, standards-aligned curriculum and instructional materials that enhance student learning and support educators. With a strong background in educational planning and management, she specializes in social studies content development, lesson planning, program evaluation, and professional development for educators.
Mentolawit has worked across various educational institutions, helping to create high-quality educational resources tailored to meet the needs of diverse learners. Drawing from her leadership experience, she understands the challenges educators face and is dedicated to providing innovative, research-based solutions that empower teachers and students alike.
Believing that education should be both engaging and effective, she is committed to designing resources that inspire curiosity, critical thinking, and meaningful learning experiences. She welcomes collaboration to bring innovative solutions to today’s classrooms.
Credentials & Expertise
MSc in Instructional Design & Educational Effectiveness
BA in Educational Planning & Management
15+ years of experience in curriculum design, instructional effectiveness, and accreditation consulting
Expertise in K-12 and higher education curriculum alignment, syllabus design, and faculty training
Led curriculum strategy for international schools, startup institutions, and curriculum-shifting schools
Developed multicultural and inclusive educational materials for diverse learning environments
Educator Forever Curriculum Development Foundations- Certified
Instructional Design Essentials: Models of ID-Certified
Brain-Based Elearning Design-Certified
Elearning Essentials: Instructional Design-Certified
Learning to Teach Online - Certified
Elearning Essentials: SCORM and Tin Can API -Certified
Articulate Storyline Essential Training-Certified
Elearning Essentials: Storyboarding- Certified
Instructional Design Principles to Create Successful E-Learning Courses - Certified
Learning Moodle-Certified
Learning Canvas-Certified
Services
EmpoweredEd Solutions
Inclusion & Educational Values
My Commitment to Inclusion in Education
EmpoweredEd Solutions
A blend of research-informed strategies and hands-on, reflective practice
Education happens within the context of a larger community. My approach extends beyond the school to help ensure students have the necessary support to do their best learning.
Lessons Learned
Design Philosophies
"Innovative Instructional Solutions: Merging Technology and Pedagogy …
Looking back at my journey in education
The Many Hats I wore
"If we teach today as we taught yesterday, we rob our children of tomorrow."
— John Dewey
Contact
Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Email
mentolawitshiferaw@gmail.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mentolawit-shiferaw-taye/
Phone
(336) 263 6435