Antonio Garcia
Modesto,CA
Summary
Innovative High School Biology Teacher is seeking to transition from the classroom back into lab or field research. Organized and dependable, this candidate is successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Diligent and adaptable in meeting team goals and efficiency.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
High School Biology Teacher
Stockton Unified School District
10.2019 - 07.2023
- Facilitated, mentored, and provided guidance for 30 International Baccalaureate (IB) students, throughout academic year, to find success in their independent research projects and program's exit exam.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology, research, and science in general.
- Developed and time-managed lessons and materials for laboratory activities, classwork assignments and handouts to facilitate learning.
- Collaborated with specialists to meet needs of "Individualized Education Program" (IEP) students and multilingual students requiring extra support.
Chemist
Ieh-jl Analytical
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Performed technical laboratory functions in compliance with regulatory agencies and safety requirements.
- Coordinated and performed daily analytical tests and promptly reported results electronically to comply with established standards and specifications.
- Maintained and organized a safe and efficient laboratory environment to minimize accidents, and prevent cross contamination.
- Cleaned and organized laboratory and kept supplies well-stocked and rotated to save time, money, and promote laboratory efficiency.
Field Research Assistant
California State University Stanislaus
06.2017 - 05.2019
- Setting-up and monitoring camera traps or Sherman traps for select species, in various remote field sites, to monitor and asses population sizes.
- Reviewed and verified qualitative and quantitative (including vegetation surveys) data before entering into database to enhance research quality and accuracy.
- Leveraged effective communication and active listening skills to work effectively with scientists of diverse backgrounds and accomplish common research goals.
- Presented on poster and gave oral presentations on research finding via undergraduate research conferences.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences With A Minor in Chemistry
California State University - Stanislaus
Turlock, CA05.2019
Skills
- Laboratory Facilitation
- Time Management
- Consultative Approaches
- Microsoft Office
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Maintain Records
- Progress Monitoring
- Sample Processing
- Science Coursework Preparation
- Laboratory Management
- Data Collation
- Undergraduate Research
Timeline
High School Biology Teacher
Stockton Unified School District
10.2019 - 07.2023
Chemist
Ieh-jl Analytical
05.2019 - 10.2019
Field Research Assistant
California State University Stanislaus
06.2017 - 05.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biological Sciences With A Minor in Chemistry
California State University - Stanislaus