Skills Summary
●Welding processes learned in school: SMAW, GMAW, FCAW (with and without backing strip), GTAW
●Blue print reading
●Weld symbols
●Operation of hand and power tools
●Thermal cutting
●Use of personal protective equipment
●Effective written and verbal communication
●Problem solving and conflict resolution
●Time management and organization
●Ability to work on a team and independently
●Ability to multitask and work under pressure
●Classroom management
Lesson planning and curriculum development according to state standards
Experience
Mathematics Instructor, Grades 9 – 12 25 Years
Florida and Virginia
●Taught in the traditional classroom setting as well as online.
●Adhered to all district, state, and federal education policies and requirements.
●Created a safe and positive learning environment for students.
●Communicated effectively with staff, faculty, students, and their parents/ guardians.
●Managed student data including grades and attendance.
●Created and implemented lessons and activities.
Mathematics Instructor, Community College 2 years
Largo, MD
●Taught statistics and calculus at the community college level.
●Communicated effectively with staff, faculty, and students.
●Adhered to FERPA guidelines.
●Managed student data including grades and attendance.
●Created and implemented lessons and activities.
Military and Government Experience
United States Border Patrol 2 years
Brownsville, TX
Agent
●Detected, prevented, and apprehended undocumented aliens, smugglers of aliens, and illegal narcotics by maintaining surveillance at or near the Mexican border.
●Responded to electronic sensor alarms in remote areas.
●Interpreted and followed tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal aliens and smugglers.
●Performed line-watch duties, traffic checkpoint operations, city patrols, transportation checks, and other law enforcement duties.
●Communicated in both Spanish and English.
United States Army 6 years
Various Locations Worldwide
Military Police, E-5 Sergeant
●Duties included protecting the lives and property on Army installations by enforcing military laws and regulations.
●Performed routine patrols.
●Arrested suspects; performed investigations.
Education
Applied Welding Technology Program Aug 2018 – Aug 2019
Hillsborough Community College
Welding and Fabrication Program
CareerSource Tampa Bay
Ph.D. in Physics
University of Maryland
M.A. in Mathematics Education
University of South Florida
B.S. in Mathematics Education
University of South Florida
Certifications
OSHA-10 Certification 2019
Occupational Health and Safety Administration
AWS FCAW 3G Certification 2019
American Welding Society