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Cedric Woodard

Bruni,TX

Summary

Dynamic Welding Instructor with a proven track record at Bruni High School, enhancing student engagement and achieving industry-recognized certifications. Expert in welding safety procedures and teaching strategies, fostering a safe learning environment while training students in advanced welding techniques. Committed to continuous improvement and professional development in welding technology.

Professional welding educator ready to bring extensive instructional skills and industry expertise to new opportunity. Proven track record in mentoring students and enhancing their technical abilities, ensuring safety and quality in all training sessions. Consistently fosters collaborative learning environment, adept at meeting evolving industry standards and team needs. Key strengths include advanced welding techniques and strong problem-solving capabilities.

Knowledgeable [Desired Position] with solid background in welding instruction, fostering skill development and safety compliance. Successfully guided numerous students to certification and proficiency in various welding techniques. Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching methods to diverse learning styles and maintain high standards of classroom management.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Welding Instructor

Bruni High School Webbcisd
08.2022 - Current
  • Used various teaching methods to decrease learning gaps and increase student motivation for long-term educational success.
  • Served as an active participant in faculty meetings, contributing valuable insights towards improving overall departmental performance.
  • Trained 17 students on various welding tasks and used diverse instructional methods to increase identifying and long-term educational success.
  • Facilitated a safe, inclusive learning environment by addressing and mitigating potential hazards related to welding equipment usage.
  • Prepared students for industry-recognized certifications through targeted instruction on testing requirements and procedures.
  • Established goals for courses with organized outlines and detailed lessons.
  • Actively participated in professional development workshops to stay current with advances in welding technology and instructional techniques.

Oil Field Worker/Crew Pusher

Stx Energy
01.2021 - 07.2022
  • Conducted routine maintenance checks on engines, pumps, valves, hoses, winches for ensuring smooth operation of the rig.
  • Managed heavy equipment operation safely to avoid accidents or damage to machinery during transport or on job sites.
  • Promoted a safe working environment through consistent adherence to company safety policies and procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records for inventory control, equipment usage, and regulatory compliance purposes.

Welding Operator

Hebbronville Machine Shop
02.2018 - 03.2020
  • Maintained high standards of craftsmanship by regularly inspecting finished products for defects or inconsistencies in welds.
  • Removed excess slag with arc-cutting, grinding, and using other equipment.
  • Prepared welding equipment to perform advanced welding work.
  • Maintained proper usage and care of equipment, resulting in prolonged tool lifespan and reduced maintenance costs.
  • Clamped and tack-welded components to achieve desired configurations.
  • Provided guidance for junior welders, fostering a supportive workplace environment focused on growth and improvement.

Offset Press Operator

Acme Printing
06.2012 - 02.2017
  • Contributed to a safe work environment by adhering to safety protocols and reporting potential hazards.
  • Maintained consistent print quality with careful attention to detail during plate mounting and alignment procedures.
  • Assisted in training new employees on the intricacies of operating an offset press, fostering teamwork and knowledge sharing.
  • Worked closely with management to identify areas of improvement within the operation resulting in increased efficiency.
  • Demonstrated flexibility in working across different shifts when necessary supporting business continuity.

Education

High School Diploma -

Andrew Hill High School
San Jose, CA

No Degree - Welding

San Jose City College
San Jose, CA
06-2011

Skills

  • Welding safety procedures
  • Welding codes and standards
  • Carbon arc gouging
  • Plasma cutting
  • Flux-cored arc welding
  • Gas metal arc welding
  • Oxy-fuel cutting
  • Student engagement
  • Teaching strategies
  • Welding inspection
  • Welder qualification testing

Accomplishments

  • Achieved all students by completing welding certification with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved students that didn't know anything about welding which led to those students got certification.

Timeline

Welding Instructor

Bruni High School Webbcisd
08.2022 - Current

Oil Field Worker/Crew Pusher

Stx Energy
01.2021 - 07.2022

Welding Operator

Hebbronville Machine Shop
02.2018 - 03.2020

Offset Press Operator

Acme Printing
06.2012 - 02.2017

High School Diploma -

Andrew Hill High School

No Degree - Welding

San Jose City College