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Summary of Skills
- Ten years experience developing original curriculum and assessment tools.
- Ten years experience transforming science/technology concepts into layman's terms.
- Ten years experience training individuals and groups in scientific concepts.
- Adept at analyzing assessment data against objectives for gaps in learning.
- Able to condense large amounts of information into a relevant format for the end user.
- Four years experience leading a peer group with the goals of improving curriculum, assessment skills and overall learner retention.
- Effective at communicating to different levels in an organization. Respect and relate well to people with varied backgrounds.
- High aptitude for learning new technology and software as well as training others in the same.
- Six years experience troubleshooting, repairing and updating personal computer systems.
WORK EXPERIENCE
ABC Independent School District, 1997 – 2007
Teacher & Curriculum Writer – Integrated Physics & Chemistry, Biology
Responsible for developing original curriculum to meet state objectives and learner needs.
- Developed full-year course guidelines and materials for:
- General Integrated Physics and Chemistry
- English as a Second Language Integrated Physics and Chemistry
- Advanced Integrated Physics and Chemistry
- General Biology
- English as a Second Language Biology
- Planned and designed lesson content using appropriate instructional design techniques.
- Researched subject matter using methods such as text/documentation, interviews with content experts, the Internet and personal knowledge.
- Wrote original support materials including assessments, laboratory procedures, content reinforcement activities and project guidelines.
- Analyzed the effectiveness of curriculum in meeting objectives through direct observation and data analysis.
- Modified and updated content regularly to better meet the needs of learners.
Responsible for creating a productive and cooperative work environment to support learning and professional growth.
- Trained learners daily on science concepts using a variety of techniques.
- Experienced at one-on-one, small group (5) and large group (50) training.
- Directed training of a peer group on instructional design and assessment techniques.
- Engaged in written and verbal professional communications with stakeholders regularly.
- Attended at least 45 hours of educator professional development yearly including: Brain-Based Learning, Curriculum and the Lesson Cycle, The Art of Profiling, Learning by Design and Differentiated Curriculum.
Responsible working with technology and computer applications that supported the functions of the work environment.
- Quickly learned new specialized software including programs for student record keeping and assessment generators/databases.
- Trained peers in use of the computer, network and software products.
- Performed troubleshooting/repair of basic hardware and software problems for co-workers.
- Software experience includes
- Mastery with MS Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Outlook Express and the Internet
- Proficient with Adobe Photoshop 7, NetObjects Fusion web design, MS Outlook, MS InfoPath, InteGradePro, various test generators/databases
- Exposure to MS Access, MS FrontPage, Adobe Illustrator and Flash
Other Professional Experience
- Own and Operate “The Duarte Company” 1992-present. Services include: computer repair (software & hardware), annual tax return preparation, home repair (plumbing, electrical, etc.)
- Assistant Manager of The Mail Center, 1995-1997
- U.S. citizen with current U.S. passport
- British citizen with ability to obtain British passport.
CERTIFICATIONS
Texas Education Agency
Lifetime Biology Certification – 1997
Lifetime All Secondary Sciences Certification – 1998
EDUCATION
University of ABC - Bachelor of Science in Biology, 1997
ABC Community College - Associate of Science, 1994
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