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7623 Mineral Spring Court
Phone:
703-440-0730
www.catspace.com
EXPERIENCE –
Computer Science Teacher, Forest Park High School, Woodbridge, VA (August 2018 to Present): Teaching high-level
computer science courses, including AP Computer Science A, Data Structures and
Algorithms, and Advanced Computer Studies. American Computer
Science League (ACSL) Advisor.
FCPS Vetted Volunteer, Thomas Jefferson High
School for Science and Technology: Drama Boosters, Latin Club and IBET Field
Trips (2016-2018). Lake Braddock Secondary School: Science Olympiad Event
Advisor and Assistant Coach (2015-2016). Lorton Station Elementary School:
Model Rocketry (2013-2016).
Senior Instructor, Alchemy Inc., Springfield, VA (July 1997 to
June 2015). Conducted training on LAN/WAN system design, implementation and
operation. Taught various computer networking courses. Specialized in IP
routing protocols, focusing on Cisco routers and switches. Served as Subject
Matter Expert (SME), Course Director and/or Curriculum Designer for
introductory, intermediate and advanced routing and switching courses.
Education Center Manager, Orange Technologies,
Springfield, VA (September 1995 to July 1997). Designed and managed
multi-classroom computer networking education and testing center. Scheduled
classes, supervised instructors and administrative personnel. Installed,
managed and conducted staff and customer training on desktop and network
operating systems, LAN/WAN design and installation, hardware configuration and
troubleshooting.
Technical Instructor, Orange Systems,
Gaithersburg, MD (March 1995 to September 1995). Installed, administered and
conducted staff and client training on desktop and network operating systems,
LAN/WAN connectivity, hardware configuration and troubleshooting.
Radiometrics Manager, SCIENTECH, Gaithersburg,
MD (December 1992 to January 1995). Supervised technicians, administered
Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). Calibrated, operated and
maintained radiation measurement equipment. Wrote and revised numerous
radiochemistry procedures and software systems, including custom gamma
spectroscopy software (ALCAL). Performed extensive trend analysis and
implemented hundreds of process improvements. Provided health physics support
for laboratory operations. Conducted staff and client training on equipment,
software, procedures and theory.
Nuclear Chemistry Technician, Fort Calhoun Nuclear
Station, Fort Calhoun, NE (October 1988 to August 1991). Managed Chemistry
Department computers and LAN. Designed and implemented various software
systems, including radioactive effluent monitoring, instrument QA and chemical
inventory control. Operated, calibrated and maintained radiation measurement
systems and process monitors. Wrote and revised radiometric and radiochemistry
procedures.
Senior Audio Technician, Music Department,
University of Minnesota, Duluth, MN (September 1986 to February 1988). Provided live sound
reinforcement and recording for musical events, both local and touring.
Operated, calibrated and maintained equipment, including microphones, mixing consoles,
tape recorders, effects modules, cabling, amplifiers and speakers.
Teaching Assistant, English Department, University of
Minnesota, Duluth, MN (November 1984 to May 1985). Provided students with training
on word processing software and PC hardware. Maintained computer equipment,
managed hardware and software inventories.
Leading Petty Officer, Reactor Laboratory
Division, U.S.S. South Carolina, CGN-37 (October 1980 to September 1982).
Supervised chemistry, radiological controls and maintenance for shipboard
nuclear plants. Scheduled plant operations and conducted training for a
twenty-person Reactor Laboratory division. Performed chemical analyses and
radiation surveys, monitored personnel dosimetry. Operated, maintained and
calibrated reactor plant equipment. Compiled reports and wrote procedures.
Staff Instructor, S1C Nuclear Power Training Unit, U.S. Navy,
Windsor, CT (November 1978 to September 1980). Supervised and conducted
training in the chemical, radiological, mechanical and integrated operation of
nuclear power plants. Scheduled and performed maintenance, wrote procedures,
provided radiochemistry and health physics support. Operated, maintained and
calibrated reactor plant equipment.
CERTIFICATIONS -
Virginia Postgraduate Professional Teaching License:
Chemistry, Physics, Computer Science and Technical Education (expires June 2032)
Minnesota Secondary
School Teaching License: Physical Sciences – Physics and Chemistry (inactive)
A+ Computer Service Technician
Cisco Certified Design Associate (CCDA), Design
Professional (CCDP), Networking Associate (CCNA), Networking Professional
(CCNP) and Systems Instructor (CCSI)
CompTIA Certified Technical Trainer (CTT+)
ISCET Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
Nuclear Chemistry Technician (ANSI 3.1)
Nuclear Meteorological Technician
Praxis Recognition of Excellence (ROE) – Chemistry
and Physics
EDUCATION -
Master of Science (Computer Science), University of Nebraska
(December 1992)
Bachelor of Applied Science (Teaching Physical
Science), University of Minnesota (May 1988)
Chemistry Technician (ANSI 3.1), National
Academy for Nuclear Training (July 1989)
Engineering Laboratory Technician (ELT), U.S. Navy Nuclear
Power School (November 1978)
MILITARY -
Active Duty: September 1976 to September 1982
(Honorably Discharged)
Rank Achieved: Machinist's Mate First Class (MM1-E6)
NEC: 3386 (Nuclear
Propulsion Plant Operator - Engineering Laboratory Technician)
Special Awards: Good Conduct (1980), RTC Company 300
Honorman (1976)
ORGANIZATIONS/SOCIETIES -
American Association of Physics Teachers (AAPT)
American Mensa
Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers
(IEEE)
International Society of Certified Electronics
Technicians (ISCET)
REFERENCES -
Available upon request.