Who I Am

With 10 years experience in public education, and 20 years experience in human resources, I offer a wide range of personnel and educational solutions.

I was not always a good student, but learned the value of education from a military carrer and having lived in nine different countries.

Observation of multiple cultures has taught me how to be successful in a multicultural society. I appreciate the successful interaction of global culture and ethnicity.

My success in teaching people of all ages to do new things has been enhanced by experience linking curriculum and culture.

My belief in participative leadership, the worth of the individual, and the school as a community, are reflected in the courses I have implemented.

These endeavors illustrate an understanding of the operational, financial, and organizational intricacies involved in maintaining an effective educational environment. 

I believe education develops the total being; physical, intellectual, social, and moral. An educated person must have a broad perspective of the world, and be able to confront, comprehend, and make rational decisions.

The state of education in America is reflected in the global success of our nation. The success of our country depends in great part upon the success of our educators; the success of our educators is gauged by the success of our students. I enjoy being part of the solution.

OBJECTIVE:

Experienced educator and personnel manager seeking an administrative position in a challenging and creative environment

EDUCATION:

M.S. Educational Leadership: Educational Administration
South Dakota State University, Brookings, SD
Elementary and Secondary Administration
Cum Laude

B.S. Technology Education
Black Hills State University, Spearfish, SD
Elementary, Middle School, Secondary Certification
Cum Laude

EMPLOYMENT & EXPERIENCE:

Technology Instructor
Douglas High School, Box Elder, SD: 2002 to Present.

Designed and Instructed New Course Offerings:

• Technology Education--Computer Assisted Design, Building Trades, Advanced Welding
• Intro to Technology Education--Welding, Woodworking, Small Engines, Computer Assisted Drafting Composite
• Exploring Computer Science (ECS)--National Computer Science Survey Course
• Information Technology Essentials I & II--Computer Hardware and Software
• Network+ Certification--Computer Networking
• Web Programming and Design
• Introduction to Information Technology
• Computer Applications--Microsoft Office, Linux, GPS/GIS, Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Web Applications
• A+ Certification in Computer Core Hardware and Operating Systems
• Cisco Networking Academy Semesters 1 - 4

Instructional Tutor
Black Hills State University, Spearfish, SD:  1998 to 2002

• Provided Instructional assistance in classroom, individual, and Internet settings
• Tutored freshman and sophomore English courses

Learning Center Classified Staff
Douglas High School, Box Elder, SD: 1999 to 2000

• Provided instructional assistance
• Organized daily reports and recorded classroom data
• Supervised students assigned to In-School Suspension Program
• Provided computer network assistance for students and faculty

Human Resources Programs Manager
Family Support Center, Ellsworth AFB, SD: 1994 to 1997

• Assessment counselor
• Implemented programs to educate those separating from the Air Force on their veterans’ rights and benefits
• Conducted classroom instruction for service members separating and retiring
• Managed Local Area Network
• Coordinated and instructed computer program training for the Family Support Center
• Designed computer-based satisfaction surveys to measure effectiveness of Family Support Center programs
• Managed custodial and supply accounts

Chief of Personnel Support, Mission Support Squadron, Keflavik NAS, Iceland: 1993 to 1994

• Human Resources Programs Manager of a 400-person organization
• Supervised eight employees
• Advised and informed senior executives on personnel program trends, capabilities and quality performance
• Determined problem areas in personnel programs and managed corrective actions
• Supervised written and computer based administrative communications
• Maintained liaison and operational procedures between Air Force, Navy and other agencies
• Managed organizational goals and Human Resources program integration