Education Services/Administrator
Resume:
RODNEY W. PEARCE
***** ******* *****, ****** *******, California 91351
la5vk4@r.postjobfree.com
QUALIFICATIONS PROFILE
- Proactive, results-oriented Operating Executive with over 10 years of progressive experience in managing significant budget and direct reports in areas of education, facility management, and information technology. Strong strategic and tactical planning, organization, and general management qualifications.
- Demonstrate comprehensive understanding of business priorities… a genuine team player committed to managing operations flawlessly while contributing to business-development and revenue-producing activities.
- Exemplify cross-functional communications and interpersonal skills. Easily interface with individuals of diverse cultures to build long-term quality relationships and to generate new business opportunities.
- Known as an encouraging and approachable leader adept to see the “big picture” while staying on top of all the details. Display consistent success in developing the systems, processes, and procedures to streamline organizational operations while increasing revenues and enhancing profit performance.
CORE STRENGTHS
- Time Management and Prioritization
- Student Advocacy, Motivation, and Conflict Resolution
- Fundraising and Special Events Coordination
- Grant Writing and Promotional Materials Development
- Strategic and Tactical Planning
- Leadership, Training, and Team Building
- Budget Control and Financial Projections
- Outstanding Student and Community Relations
- Problem Solving and Data-Based Decision Making
- Articulate Oral and Written Communication
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY
LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT - LOS ANGELES, CA: 1997–2012
Young Adult Advisor, West Valley Occupational Center Jan 2000–Jun 2012
Expertly managed day-to-day operational aspects of the Young Adult program for 12 years fulfilling organizational mission and goals. Presided over the production of newsletters, spreadsheets, and memorandums that provided critical information to counselors, students, parents, and administrators concerning educational opportunities available to high school students. Supervised 2 counselors and 2 to 3 support staff, with mission to interpret test results, counsel, advise, and enroll approximately 12,000 adult and high school age students annually. Fulfilled expanded responsibilities, such as Employee Association Vice President and President responsible for coordinating periodic employee functions, welcoming incoming, and recognizing outgoing personnel.
Notable Achievements:
- Received numerous certificates and letters of appreciation from students, counselors, and administrators by exemplifying strong work ethic and stellar performance
- Voluntarily assumed additional duty positions including Leadership Team member (2nd year) President, West Valley Occupational Employee Association (5th year), Student Leadership Coordinator (2nd year), and accreditation co chair/advisor (2nd year)
- Initiated the development and implementation of the Young Adult program at West Valley Occupational Center (WVOC)
- Entrusted to recruit and register more than 900 local high school students annually for job skill training and academic classes
- Served as representative of WVOC at hundreds of high school career fairs and public events, such as economic summits, Chamber of Commerce meetings, and job fairs, raising local awareness of Adult Basic Education, Career Technical Education, English as a Second Language, and High School Diploma programs
- Orchestrated countless facility tours to counselors, career advisors, and interested potential students
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of education theories, principles, procedures, and practices of secondary, adult, and continuing education to assist in evaluating a full range of education programs, helping WVOC earn a full six-year accreditation from the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC)
- Recognized as a co-author of a grant that funded a captioned five-minute video tour of the West Valley Occupational Center for students with disabilities
- Coordinated with teacher volunteers to operate an information booth for several summers during local "Concerts in the Park" series
- Planned and coordinated career days at WVOC for local high schools, hosting groups of more than 100 students while providing motivational speakers, refreshments, and tours of the facility
Automotive Teacher Sep 1997–Dec 1999
Conducted training on utilization of hand tools, test, measuring and diagnostic equipment, four-stroke gasoline engine operation, and systems approach to automotive inspection, maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, and repair. Closely monitored intern progress at work sites and issued certificates upon completion. Oversaw annual mentor/intern training, job shadowing, and tool scholarships for eligible candidates. Built and cultivated long-term quality relationships with service managers at local car dealerships. Disseminated information to school administrators on progress of internship program. Prepared daily lesson plans, created tests, and evaluated more than 100 students per semester to measure their development and determine areas of improvement.
Notable Achievements:
- Taught Automotive Fundamentals, Brake and Suspension Repair to adults and high school students in an automotive repair shop with adjacent classroom for the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD)
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of safety, security, personnel management, and Equal Employment Opportunity regulations by selecting, training, and placing high school intern students with mentors at local car dealerships for the Automotive Youth Education Systems (AYES) program
- Promoted automotive maintenance classes by sending flyers and program summaries to counselors at local high schools
- Requested and received four cars and two engines donation for the AYES program from the General Motors and Chrysler
MILITARY EXPERIENCE
UNITED STATES ARMY - 1975–1997
Operations NCO/First Sergeant, West Los Angeles Reserve Center, 50 hours per week Dec 1993–Aug 1997
Maintenance Operations NCO, Nuremberg, Germany, 50 hours per week May 1990–Nov 1993
Instructor/Section Chief, Aberdeen Proving Grounds, Maryland, 46 hours per week Jun 1985–Nov 1993
Section Chief, Stuttgart, Germany, 50-60 hours per week Jun 1982–Aug 1985
Vehicle Maintenance Instructor/Writer, Fort Lewis, Washington, 40 hours per week Jan 1980–May 1982
Automotive Repairman, Schofield Barracks, Hawaii, 50 hours per week Mar 1976–Jan 1980
- Gained 22 years of comprehensive experience in U.S. Army automotive career beginning with basic combat and automotive technical training.
- Rose through US Army ranks with leadership positions such as squad leader, platoon sergeant, and first sergeant
- Recognized as key contributor in combat tour in Saudi Arabia, Iraq, and Kuwait during Operations Desert Shield, Desert Storm, and Provide Comfort
- Honored with numerous military awards, including five Army Commendation Medals, one Southwest Asia Service Medal for combat service, and one Meritorious Service Medal for displaying high degree of personal commitment, dedication, and efficiency
EDUCATION
MASTER ARTS IN EDUCATION ADMINISTRATION, GPA: 3.76/4.0 - California State University, Northridge, CA: Dec 2007
BACHELOR OF VOCATIONAL EDUCATION, GPA: 3.75/4.0 - California State University, Los Angeles, CA: Dec 2005
ASSOCIATE OF AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY - Pierce College, Tacoma, WA: Jun 1990
PROFESSIONAL TRAINING & CERTIFICATIONS
Administrative Services Credential Certificate of Eligibility
Professional Clear Designated Subjects Vocational Education Teaching Credential, Subject: Automotive Mechanics
Phase II, Vocational Teaching Credential, 90 hours
Automotive Service Excellence in Electrical/Electronic Systems, Steering and Suspension
Instructor Training Course, 3 weeks
Systems Approach to Training, 3 weeks
Test Construction Course, 1 week
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