Matthew D. Mackowski

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Objective

To teach theology at a Catholic high school or work in campus ministry at a Catholic university.

Offering over fifteen years professional experience in communications including two years teaching in a Catholic secondary school along with a graduate education in theology.

Profile

Versatile and dedicated educator with a strong desire to serve, mentor, and engage young people in a close-knit, Christian community.

Qualified to contribute to a wide range of youth-educational activities, including theology instruction, campus ministry, academic support, and technology/web integration.

Energetic and self-motivated communications professional with a proven ability to organize and present information effectively.

Ability to relate to students of all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. Committed to engaging and inspiring students while involving them in the learning process.

Strong interpersonal skills cultivated while working in various communications-related fields, including six years in marketing and public relations.

Education

Christ the King Seminary, East Aurora, NY

Master of Arts

Major: Theology; GPA: 4.0/4.0 scale

Coursework completed, thesis pending

St. Bonaventure University, St. Bonaventure, NY

Advanced Certificate, Franciscan Studies

Nine credits completed

Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA

Bachelor of Arts; May 1992

Major: Political Science

Professional Experience

Delone Catholic High School, McSherrystown, PA Aug 2006 - Present

Religion Teacher / Spiritual Life Director

Teach Catholic morality to five sections of high school juniors (110 students overall); design and employ differentiated curriculum that meets the learning needs of a wide variety of students; utilize PowerPoint and other Internet-based applications to enhance instructional strategies; integrate Catholic moral theory with relevant Church praxis and real-world application; serve as chairperson of the religion department, responsible for overseeing budgets, coordinating various departmental programs, and observing department teachers; previously served as Spiritual Life Director, responsible for developing a wide-array of campus ministry activities, including liturgies, service projects, prayer services, and retreats.

Central Texas Technologies, Austin, TX Mar 2001 - Oct 2003

Systems Analyst

Managed and maximized technological resources for a family of six companies; evaluated each company s technology needs, on an on-going basis, and implemented cost-effective solutions.

Aztore Services, Houston, TX Mar 2000 - Mar 2001

Internet Application Developer

Served as project manager, lead programmer, and database administrator for a company that provided web-based solutions to the credit union industry.

Internet Software Technologies, Houston, TX May 1998 - May 2000

Internet Application Developer

Conceived and implemented an array of Internet solutions for businesses both large and small. Performed every role in the design-cycle, from customer liaison to project manager to architect and programmer

Kenneth Balk & Associates, Houston, TX Jun 1997 - May 1998

Marketing Coordinator

Supervised the marketing and promotion of a progressive, technology-centered engineering/architecture/ surveying firm (now Edwards & Kelcey). Organized proposals for projects in excess of $1 million. Interfaced with clients, wrote copy for brochures and press releases, and delivered sales presentations.

Elizabethtown College, Elizabethtown, PA Aug 1992 - Jun 1997

Assistant Director of College Relations / Sports Information Director

Supported the public and media relations efforts of a small, liberal arts college; also, directed all aspects of the promotion and many aspects of the operation of a 16-sport NCAA Division III intercollegiate athletics program. Interacted with media on a daily basis; wrote extensively in a variety of formats; coordinated events and activities for various athletic, academic, and administrative offices.

Related Experience

Delone Catholic High School, McSherrystown, PA Jan 2007 - Present

Assistant Baseball Coach

Assist with the junior varsity baseball team, responsible for outfielders and serve as a bench coach.

Franciscan Institute, St. Bonaventure, NY Oct 2004 - Present

Internet Developer/Techincal Advisor

Collaborated with two renowned Franciscan scholars to establish the

Franciscan Women Bibliographic Database, an Internet resource dedicated to scholarly research of women of the Franciscan Tradition. Designed and built the database and website; responsible for all technical aspects of the project.

St. Francis Catholic Parish, Bradford, PA Sep 2005 - May 2006

Catechist

Served as a fourth-grade religious education teacher; stressed constructivist learning, encouraging students to build a deeper understanding of faith by personally interacting with scripture and Church teachings.

Lancaster Intelligencer-Journal, Lancaster, PA Sep 1995 - Jun 1997

Freelance Sportswriter

Covered local high school sporting events (primarily football) for a mid-size, daily newspaper; wrote game stories and feature articles.

Atlanta Olympic Committee, Atlanta, GA Jul 1996

Press Operations Assistant

Facilitated all print media activities for the sport of Team Handball.

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