Zachary R. Williams
Tyler, TX 75706
Phone: 254-***-**** Email: *******@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
Obtain a position as an agricultural science educator where I can create a
positive learning environment where my students will be successful and acquire
the skills to become life long learners.
EDUCATION
Tarleton State University, Stephenville, TX
o Bachelor of Science in Agricultural Services and Development
o Graduated 08/2009
Tyler Junior College, Tyler, TX (2004-2005)
o Associates of Arts in General Studies
o Graduated 12/2005
Lindale High School, Lindale, TX
o High School Diploma
o Graduated 05/2003
CERTIFICATIONS
Provisional Agriculture Science and Technology 6-12 (Pending Testing
and Results)
Professional Pedagogy and Responsibilities (Pending Testing and
Results)
Texas Parks and Wildlife Hunter Education Instructor
WORK
EXPERIENCE:
Student Teacher, Gilmer High School, Gilmer, TX (09/09-12/09)
o Effectively planned, conducted and evaluated lessons in
classrooms
o Maintained a student brain based and multiple intelligences
environment in the classroom
o Efficiently managed and disciplined classroom
o Participated in the agriculture community not just in the classroom
o Coached several teams/individual in various areas
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Ranch Manager, Jim Benham Ranch, Stephenville, TX (02/07-08/09)
o Efficiently managed 200+ acres
o Managed the day-to-day activities for upkeep of the acreage.
Sales Representative, The Home Depot, Arlington, TX (03/07-08/07)
o Assisted in floor sales and maintenance of merchandise
o Created merchandise displays that appealed to customers
o Communicated effectively with customers
Field Technician, Impact Resource Group, Ft. Worth, TX (09/06-
02/07)
o Constructed merchandise for large retail stores
o Educated customers and employees over construction of
merchandise
o Trained new hires for the company
Department Head, Academy Sports and Outdoors (04/06-09/06)
o Managed employees in department
o Inventoried merchandise monthly and accurately
o Assisted in floor sales and maintenance of merchandise
o Created merchandise displays that appealed to customers
o Communicated effectively with customers
Crew Leader, Eden Solutions, Ft. Worth, TX (01/06- 08/06)
o Managed lawn service crew efficiently
o Communicated with customers
o Performed routine maintenance on small engines and equipment
o Assisted in tasks related to lawn maintenance
Office Manager/Veterinary Assistant, North Tyler Veterinary Clinic
(06/99-12/05)
o Managed front office of a veterinary clinic effectively and
efficiently
o Assisted veterinarians with duties of a veterinarian assistant
o Maintained all animal facilities by cleaning, disinfecting and re-
stalking kennels
o Supplied needed medications to animals
o Engaged in veterinary practices including vaccinating, spaying,
neutering animals
o Computed and documented patient confidential information
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ACTIVITIES/HONORS
College:
Student Government Association
o
Intramural Sports
o
American Society of Mechanical Engineers
o
Vocational Agriculture Teachers Association of Texas
o
Rugby Club
o
Agricultural Mechanics Judge
o
International Brangus Breeders Association
o
Texas Brangus Breeders Association
o
High School:
o Future Farmers of America
Livestock Show Team (Brangus heifers)
Livestock Judging Team
Poultry Judging Team
Offices
Sentinel
Student Advisor
Greenhand Degree
Chapter Degree
Lone Star Degree
o High School Football
o Fellowship of Christian Athletes
o Art Club
o Student Council
o National Honor Society
o The National Society of High School Scholars
o Who s Who Among High School Students
o International Junior Brangus Breeders Association
o Texas Junior Brangus Breeders Association
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References
Dr. Kyle McGregor, Associate Professor- Tarleton State University
Address: Box T-0040, Tarleton Station, Stephenville, TX 76402
Work: 254-***-****
Relationship: Professor
Dr. Kimberly Bellah, Associate Professor- Tarleton State University
Address: Box T-0040, Tarleton Station, Stephenville, TX 76402
Work: 254-***-****
Relationship: Professor
Kelley Pendleton, Agricultural Teacher- Grand Saline High School
Address: 500 Stadium Drive, Grand Saline, TX 75140
Work: 903-***-****
Relationship: High School Ag. Teacher
Sue Witt, Agricultural Teacher- Gilmer I.S.D.
Address: 850 Buffalo Street, Gilmer, TX 75644
Work: 903-***-****
Relationship: Cooperating Teacher at Student Teaching Site
Marlin Priddy, Tarleton State University
Address: Box T-0040, Tarleton Station, Stephenville, TX 76402
Work: 254-***-****
Relationship: Professor
Jon Beggerly, Architect- Form Studies
Address: 317 SW Gregory, Burleson, TX 76028
Work: 817-***-****
Relationship: Owner of Eden Solutions
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