Accessible, creative learning solutions that work.
KShep Creative Services
e-Learning
Design accessible online courses and modules that turn your expertise into clear, engaging learning experiences. Each project can include short lessons, videos, practice activities, quizzes, and job aids that work well on your existing platforms. The goal is to help people learn what they need, apply it on the job, and meet your training goals without overwhelming your team.
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Accessibility Audit & Remediation
Review your digital content—such as websites, e-learning, documents, and online resources—for alignment with WCAG 2.2 and current accessibility best practices. Each audit includes a plain-language report, prioritized issues, and concrete fixes tailored to your tools and timelines; support with hands-on remediation is available as needed. The goal is to create experiences that more people can use, while reducing risk and showing a real commitment to inclusion.
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Curriculum & Learning Pathways
Design clear, connected learning pathways that organize your content into a logical flow of topics, modules, and practice. Each plan can include learning goals, outlines, lesson sequences, and assessment ideas, along with suggestions for accessible materials and supports. The goal is to make it easier for learners to know where to start, what comes next, and how to track progress across a program.
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See an example of this work in practice: Minnesota Special Education Parent Resource →
Instructor-Led & Virtual Training
Create engaging instructor-led and virtual training sessions that combine clear explanations, discussion, and hands-on practice. Each session can include facilitator guides, slide decks, participant materials, and follow-up resources that are accessible and easy to reuse. The goal is to build confidence, support real skill use, and make it simple for your trainers to deliver a consistent experience.
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Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) & Enablement Toolkits
Create clear, accessible SOPs and enablement toolkits that turn complex workflows into simple, step-by-step guidance. Each package can include role-based instructions, checklists, templates, and job aids that are searchable, version-controlled, and easy to keep current. The goal is to reduce errors, speed onboarding, and support reliable, repeatable work across your team.
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Real Teams. Real Impact.
Tammy Hazley, Eastern Upper Peninsula Intermediate School District
KShep Creative provides high-quality and efficient instructional design support to help organizations meet their goals. The communication about project objectives, design, and timelines is excellent. The emphasis on setting clear objectives and measuring success is very supportive.
Andrea Wilson Vazquez, Raspberry Pi Foundation
Working with Kalin was a fantastic experience! She is highly organized and knowledgeable, and her insights added tremendous value to our process. She was attentive to detail, responsive to last-minute requests, and helped everything run more smoothly. We truly appreciate her contributions and look forward to the opportunity to work with her again in the near future.
Tia Toso, Room for Serenity
What impressed me most about working with Kalin was her systematic approach. Rather than jumping straight into design, she took time to understand my business's pain points and explore strategic recommendations. This led to an elegant solution of branded social media templates in Canva that perfectly addressed my company's needs, demonstrating that the most effective solutions are often the most accessible ones.
Alyssa Prince, School Psychologist
What truly sets Kalin apart is her commitment to user experience. She has a keen eye for designing solutions that are intuitive and impactful, always keeping the end user in mind. From concept to implementation, she ensures every detail aligns with the broader goals of a project. It is rare to find someone who excels across so many areas, including content creation, relationship-building, expertise, project management, and user experience, and Kalin does so with professionalism and grace.
Anne Marie Pfaender, Vice President of Growth at Creatively Focused
Customers frequently praise Kalin for creating resources that are impactful and immediately applicable. Her ability to integrate pedagogy and technology, combined with her collaborative and solutions-focused approach, makes her an invaluable asset to any team.
FAQs
What is instructional design, and why does it matter for my organization?
Instructional design is the practice of creating learning experiences that are intentional, evidence-based, and built around clear outcomes. Rather than simply presenting information, instructional design focuses on how people actually learn — and structures content so that learners can absorb it, apply it, and retain it. For organizations, this means training that works the first time, onboarding that reduces errors, and content that doesn't have to be rebuilt every year because it was built right from the start.
How is working with an instructional designer different from hiring a trainer or curriculum writer?
A trainer delivers content. A curriculum writer organizes it. An instructional designer starts one step earlier — by asking whether the content is the right solution at all, and then building it so that it achieves a measurable outcome. That includes analyzing the gap, defining learning objectives, selecting the right format, designing for accessibility, and building in ways to evaluate whether the learning actually worked. The result is content that's aligned, not just assembled.
What does CPACC certification mean, and why does it matter for my project?
CPACC stands for Certified Professional in Accessibility Core Competencies, a credential issued by the International Association of Accessibility Professionals (IAAP). It represents demonstrated knowledge of disability rights frameworks, accessibility standards, including WCAG, and inclusive design practice. For your project, it means accessibility isn't an afterthought or a checklist — it's built into the design process by someone who understands both the technical standards and the human context behind them.
Do you work with organizations outside of Minnesota?
Yes. All services are delivered remotely, which means I work with K–12 districts, higher education institutions, EdTech teams, and small businesses across the United States. On-site arrangements are available by request.
What size organization do you typically work with?
Most of my clients are mid to large-sized K–12 districts, mission-driven nonprofits, and small-to-medium businesses — organizations that have real learning and accessibility needs but don't have a dedicated instructional designer or accessibility specialist on staff. If that's you, we're likely a good fit.
How much do Instructional Design Services or Accessibility Audits Cost?
Let’s chat. I am flexible with project-based fees for well-defined scopes or hourly rates ($100/hour). We can discuss your project and see which option is the best fit.
How long do projects take?
Project timelines depend on the scope of the project and the availability of subject-matter experts (SMEs). The project's pacing can be determined by you, based on what makes sense for the work.
Does KShep Creative work with our existing materials?
Yes. I can audit, adapt, and elevate what you have—streamlining content, improving accessibility, and aligning to goals. I can also work with you to develop content, even if you have few existing materials, as long as I have access to a subject-matter expert.
What is expected from the client?
A project owner, SME access, timely reviews, and any brand/tech standards. I keep reviews lightweight with checklists and short feedback windows.
Book a Free 30-Minute Intro Meeting
Learn about KShep Creative, see how instructional design can benefit your organization, and talk through project ideas—all in a free, 30-minute chat. You’ll leave with clarity on fit and next steps, no pressure.
