School District Project Management

-Science Instructor–

Top-performing professional offering over 20 years combined experience providing dynamic science teaching and team management in both the education and technology industries. A record of success using advanced leadership abilities to build consensus amongst staff and drive initiatives forward. Expert at managing budgets; implementing efficiency measures and minimizing waste to ensure use of best operational practices. Reduced science department operational costs by $100K over 2 year span while still maintaining superior academic teaching. A recognized education leader known for ability to target problems in student learning, curriculum and teaching methods and develop effective and creative solutions. Highly successful at applying knowledge of private industry, within education setting. Looking to use both management and education knowledge, within a Secondary or Post-Secondary teaching institution. Technical proficiencies include:

Student Needs Analysis

Program Development

Policies & Procedures

Budget Management

Teacher Training & Mentorship

Conflict Resolution

Committee Management

Consensus Building

Project Management

Team Leadership

R E L E V A N T P R O F E S S I O N A L E XP E R I E N C E

ACES Substitute Services:

Substituted for various APS Charter Schools 2017 - present

Science Instructor: 2016 - 2017

West Mesa High School, Albuquerque, NM

Biology and Anatomy/Physiology Instructor

Science Instructor:

Bataan Military Academy Albuquerque, NM 2015 - 2016

As a part time instructor in Biology, Health and Physics. Structured these courses to accommodate 9-12 grade cadets.

Devised effect curriculum modalities and instruction for underclassmen and senior cadets.

Meaningful and informative progress communication with parents and colleagues were performed according to academy guidelines.

Kept meticulous documentation of all assessments and progress forms as prescribed in academy protocol and mandates.

ACES Substitute Services:

Substituted for various APS Charter schools with ACES 2014 -2015

Science Teacher 2011 - 2013

Belen Consolidated School District, Belen NM

Provides interactive and innovative physical science, biology and forensics teaching for grades 9 – 12; assess student’s needs; tailors teaching style to student learning methods to encourage academic success

Creates effective testing tools to assess student progress

Effectively communicates with parents to update on student work; effectively communicates with parents to ensure students receive support necessary to excel

R E L E V A N T P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E C O N T ‘ D

Secondary School Teacher 2008 - 2010

Tularosa Municipal School District, Tularosa NM

As co-department chair provided direction necessary to foster growth and development of biology, anatomy and physiology studies amongst grades 9 – 12

Provided leadership and mentorship to teachers; coached young professionals on teaching strategy improvement

Created lesson plans in adherence with state curriculum; ensured students received instruction necessary to meet and exceed testing requirements

Collaborated with peers to select best textbooks for student needs

Secondary School Anatomy and Biology Teacher 1999 - 2008

Los Lunas School District, Los Lunas NM

Appointed to position of department head; reenergized science department through effective management of budget; strategically allocated funds for teachers to purchase office and lab equipment; ensured costly lab equipment maintained to prolong usability.

Updated anatomy/physiology curriculum from ground-up, ensured curriculum formed to provide optimal academic development of students; resulted in exceeding of state standards and benchmarks on consistent basis

Streamlined lab experiments to reduce operations costs by over $100K over 2 years while still preserving academic integrity within the classroom

Built strong relationship between local medical professionals and the University of New Mexico Medical School; ensured science graduates received knowledge of post-secondary institutions assistance necessary to continue studies

Collaborated with administrative professionals to lead hiring committees; ensured best possible candidates hired to contribute to academic success of school district

Appointed to collaborate on state board of science textbook adoption; devised and implemented district science standards and benchmarks for Los Lunas School District

Radiology Technician and Supervisor 1970 - 1991

United States Air Force, U.S.A

Managed budget of $2 M; strategically allocated resources to obtain maximum use of budget

Oversaw maintenance and upkeep of hospital equipment; addressed problems immediately to ensure long-lasting reliability and safety of radiology equipment

Monitored and supervised staff; wrote performance reviews; provided staff feedback necessary to continue growth and superior patient services to military personnel

Attended management and leadership academy’s seminars; developed solid managerial skills necessary to lead teams to achieve and exceed project goals

A D D I T I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E

Bataan Military Academy/ Albuquerque, NM / 2015-2016

Biology and Science Teacher Alamo Navajo School Board Inc. 1998 – 1999

Substitute Teacher Las Cruces School District 1995 – 1998

Radiology Scheduling Coordinator Memorial Medical Center 1992 – 1995

Radiology Technician and Supervisor United States Air Force 1970 - 1991

E D U C A T I O N & T R A I N I N G

Passed NM Administrators Licensure Exam: 5, June 2010

AP Biology Certification Training NMHU 2006

NM LEVEL IIIa Instructional Leader License 2003-2022

Master’s in Public Health Education/Administration New Mexico State University 1997

Bachelor of Science in Vocational Education Studies Southern Illinois University 1991

Associates Degree in Radiology Technology Community College of the Air Force 1983

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