Joel Rhode is a training and development specialist and creator known as "Odd Job Joel" with eight years of focused experience designing curriculum, producing instructional video content, and managing industry training programs. With a Master's in Education from the University of Minnesota and a background in industrial studies and applications engineering, he bridges technical fluency in CAD/3D modeling and Lean manufacturing with adult learning best practices. At Intek Plastics he secured a $42K state training grant, implemented ESL workplace classes, and earned recognition for measurable training outcomes, demonstrating an ability to align learning initiatives with business impact. He has taught Project Lead The Way and technology education at the K–12 level, giving him a practical grasp of hands-on maker skills and classroom pedagogy. Now running Rhode LLC, he combines project management, grant writing, and multimedia delivery to serve diverse learners and employers in the Twin Cities. Colleagues value his mix of shop-floor engineering experience and creative instructional design that makes complex technical topics accessible.
8 years of coding experience
19 years of employment as a software developer
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Studies, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Studies at St. Cloud State University
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