Aspiring Social Studies Teacher Candidate

Kenneth A. Cureton

*** ******** ***, **** ****, SC 29715

803-***-**** **********@*****.***

EDUCATION

South Carolina Department of Education

PACE Alternative enrollee (2025)

Middle and Secondary Social Studies approved

NORTHCENTRAL UNIVERSITY –

Scottsdale, Arizona

Master’s in Education (2020)

HOOD THEOLOGICAL SEMINARY – Salisbury, North Carolina

Master’s in Divinity (2018)

UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA – Columbia, South Carolina

Bachelor’s in Liberal Studies (2014)

USC- LANCASTER –

Lancaster, South Carolina

Associates in Applied Science (2012)

EXPERIENCE

PROTESTANT CHURCH – Rock Hill, SC

Ordained Clergy (10/2009 – Present)

Exemplifies leadership and counseling services in accordance to Church Doctrine.

Provides extensive teaching and application of spirituality for daily living.

Coordinates institutional planning and methodology in accordance to episcopacy leadership and discipline.

Delegates duties and implements strategies to meet goals for the calendar year.

LANCASTER COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT – Lancaster, SC

Education Assistant & Asst. Coach (7/2019 – 11/2022)

Installed specific aspects of educational curricula and ensures assigned work is understood.

Utilizes multimedia and diverse methods to achieve learning goals and enhance study in both areas.

Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Ensured student-athletes follow SCHSSL rules and regulations.

Assisted head coach with preparing athletes for practices and competitions.

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INVUE (AEROTEK) – Charlotte, NC

Testing Engineer (12/2018 – 5/2019)

Summarized standards for inspecting, testing, and evaluating electronic security displays.

Displayed skills in data input and communication with various personnel .

Conducted mechanical tests as specified and ensure that samples are tested to required standards.

Remained in constant communication with engineers and management to improve products.

3M (ICONMA) – Monroe, NC

Engineering Test Tech (10/2017 – 4/ 2018)

Tested existing and prototype modifications of firefighting equipment with a focus in electronics.

Tested prototype and existing models for continuous improvement analysis.

Recorded test results for performance comparison and troubleshooting.

Strategized with engineers to ensure quality of product and plans for continuous development.

POSSEHL CONNECTOR – Rock Hill, SC

Laboratory Technician (4/2010 – 2/2015)

Analyzed chemical batch samples for purity and replenished chemical baths.

Tested electro-plated samples for the recovery of palladium and gold.

Used various laboratory equipment including titrates, AA, pH meter, and spreadsheets.

Recorded test results on computer logs and Spreadsheets. Communicated with superiors.

CONTINENTAL TIRE – Charlotte, NC

Quality Technician (11/2001 – 5/2008)

Executed final tire inspections using metric calipers, gauges, scales, and visualization.

Resolved non-conformance and quality issues of product prior to shipment.

Utilized effective communication skills with management and customers to resolve complaints.

CONTINENTAL TIRE – Charlotte NC

Lab Technician (2/1999 – 11/2001)

Tested rubber, polyester, and puncture sealant samples prior to mass production.

Analyzed samples for product pH, purity, viscosity, durability (rheology), and tensile testing.

Implemented results in laboratory logbooks, software, and spreadsheets to ensure documentation.

LAB SUPPORT – Charlotte, NC

Lab Technician (2/1997 – 1/1999)

Analyzed and recorded various polymerization methods for research and development.

Performed wet lab procedures: titrations, GC, HPLC, viscometer, pH, density, and purity.

Consulted with support staff in making correct actions or modifying corrective action plans.

Recorded test results and consulted with management teams for plans of action.

TELEDYNE ALLVAC – Richburg, SC

Lab Technician (11/1994 – 11/1996)

Performed metallurgy for testing rod and bar material of various alloys.

Ensured bar material met customer requirements and ISO standards.

Examined wastewater samples for proper disposal to meet OSHA compliances.

MILITARY SERVICE

UNITED STATES NAVY

Hospital Corpsman (Medic)

Active (6/1990 - 1/1994.) Reserve (2/1994 -7/1998)

SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Office applications in business and academic setting.

Experience in laboratory operating systems (LabWare, LabVantage, etc.)

Studied educational leadership in multicultural organizations at graduate level.

Well-developed communication skills through various venues through oral and written methods.

Experienced teaching skills obtained through pastoral leadership and educational settings.

PUBLICATIONS.

“PROJECT BASED LEARNING: OVER-DEVELOPMENT AND DEFORESTATION” 2019

Sharemylesson.com

https://sharemylesson.com/teaching-resource/project-based-learning-over-development-and-deforestation-308485

“The Freedom Church: Remaining Constant Throughout the Centuries.” 2016

Academia.edu

https://www.academia.edu/29677105/The_Freedom_Church_Remaining_Constant_Throughout_the_Centuries

REFERENCES

References available upon request

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