KEIFER BECKFORD
Pine Bluff, AR ***** • 708-***-**** • *********@*****.***
Summary
Gifted engineering instructor bringing advanced understanding of engineering and capacity to help students understand diverse aspects of discipline. Gifted lecturer, project manager, and test proctor. Desire to apply expertise gained during 3-year career and take on new challenge in engineering, business management, or analytic roles.
Experience
PLTW: Engineering Teacher, 07/2018 to Current
Dumas School District – Dumas, Arkansas
Build and use diverse techniques to assist students with grasp materials and understanding concepts.
Educates students on advanced aspects of civil engineering to help each prepare for career in discipline.
Used Autodesk Revit Architecture, Autodesk 3D Design, Engineering & Entertainment and Microsoft Office on regular basis and taught students how to use each to complete important career-related tasks.
Deepen student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects.
Develops curricula, lessons and test plans to maximize student success.
Keeps abreast of developments in field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences.
E-Sports Head Coach, 08/2018 to Current
Dumas High School – Dumas, AR.
Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Carefully monitored students during play and practice to quickly identify injuries.
Recruited student-athletes of highest caliber to elevate team performance.
Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience and respect for others.
Guided team to playoff tournament, ranked 13th in Arkansas out of 70 teams.
Operations/ Merchandising Associate, 11/2014 to 07/2018
JCPenney – Pine Bluff, AR
Monitored inventory changes and ordered replenishments for stock to support customer demand.
Worked closely with individual customers to identify unique needs and supply appropriate products.
Merchandised new stock to appeal to customers, grab attention and drive sales.
Maintained integrity of units and accuracy of pricing to minimize waste.
Provided positive shopping experience, employing conflict resolution skills when problems arose.
Developed partnerships with internal groups such as packaging, visual and e-commerce.
Collaborated with department manager and sales associate to achieve 10% gain in sales.
Education
Master of Arts: Education, 05/2020
University of Arkansas At Monticello - Monticello, AR
Bachelor of Science: Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering, 05/2018
University of Arkansas At Pine Bluff - Pine Bluff, AR
Affiliations
President, National Association of Black Men United (2013-2018)
Treasurer, UAPB Union Programming Board (2013-2018)
Treasurer, Gamma Delta Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc. (2015-2018)
Skills
Microsoft Office 365
Auto Desk 3D Design, Engineering & Entertainment Software
Game Strategy
Equipment Procurement
Team Leadership
Training and Development
Scheduling
Teaching
Teamwork
Coaching experience