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Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Languages
Military Service
2 Army Commendation medal, 2 Army Achievement Medal, 2 Good Conduct awards, Non-commissioned office
Timeline
CTE Engineering/Fusion 3D CAD Teacher

Christopher Cavazos

Corpus Christi ISD
Corpus Christi,TX
Christopher Cavazos

Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid

Location:

Corpus Christi, TX, US

Open to relocation:

No

Minimum Desired Compensation

$90000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceHealthcare benefitsPaid time offCareer advancement401k match
3
Languages
1
Certification
33
Years of experience

Versatile professional with a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Mathematics and an Associate's degree in Computer Programming/Networks. Offers 30 Years of computer programming and extensive experience in IT management, project management, and training. Currently serves as a PLTW Engineering 3D CAD Design Teacher and Robotics Coach, with a strong background in system administration, data analysis, and design. 20+ Years as a Teacher in Mathematics, AVID, Engineering Principles, Engineering Design, 3D CAD, Computer Apps Creation, Robotics, and Computer Science. 7 Years as Robotics Coach.

Work History

Engineering/3D Design CAD Teacher/ Robotics Coach

4 Years 1 Month
Corpus Christi ISD | 08.2022 - Current
  • Taught AutoCAD, Fusion 360, BIM, Principles of Engineering, Engineering Design, Physics, computer programming, robotics coaching, and engineering/technology careers education.
  • Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans to enhance student learning outcomes.
  • Utilized various assessment tools to evaluate student progress and adapt instruction accordingly.
  • Fostered a positive classroom environment that encouraged student participation and collaboration.
  • Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on instructional strategies and classroom management techniques.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to facilitate interactive learning experiences for students.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

CTE Computer Technology Teacher / Coach

2 Years 11 Months
School of Science and Technology | 06.2019 - 05.2022
  • I trained teachers in Windows 365 office programs, PLTW App Creators, PLTW Computer Science, Excel, Python, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Prezi, Access, Google Docs, Google Classroom, Canvas, lesson planning software, Eschoolplus, CAD, Robotics, computer programming, 3D modeling/design, and 3D printing machine operation. For grant writing, Secured $7,500 in grants for robotics team, supporting program development and student engagement. I was the Robotics Coach and Club Sponsor. My Robotics Team members contribute as an engaged team that successfully achieve performance goals. I analyzed requirements with developed well-defined project plans in support of System Change Requests and projects worked by the application and cross-functional teams.
  • Developed and implemented curriculum for diverse computer technology courses.
  • Facilitated hands-on learning experiences using industry-standard software and tools.
  • Mentored students in programming languages, fostering technical proficiency and problem-solving skills.

Mathematics / AVID Teacher and Football Coach

12 Years 5 Months
Corpus Christi I.S.D. | 12.2006 - 05.2019
  • Taught various grade levels in mathematics, social studies, and AVID elective; sponsored AVID club. I trained other teachers in Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, Outlook, Prezi, Access, Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google classroom, Canvas, Lesson planning software, and Eschoolplus, and windows 365 office programs. Wrote grant proposals and secured $11,750 in funding for the AVID Program. Sponsored AVID club activities to promote student engagement and academic success. and Coached football team to develop players' skills and teamwork. and Ensured safety protocols were followed during school activities.. I provided students Provided personalized education techniques to students in mathematics, science, history, and computer science.
  • Developed engaging curriculum to enhance student critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Implemented individualized learning plans to support diverse student needs and foster academic growth.
  • Facilitated collaborative learning environments to promote teamwork and peer support among students.

Project Manager / New Construction Coordinator

2 Years 2 Months
A C Distribution | 10.2004 - 12.2006
  • Directed project planning activities aligned with organizational goals while managing vendor, customer, and cross-department relationships. Monitored project cost, inspection status, work issues, administrative proposals, and interdepartmental coordination to support program delivery and collaborative efforts. Managed inventory processes, job scheduling, job costing, life-cycle software support, integration, inventory status reporting, Microsoft Office 365 tools, computer programming, network maintenance, user technical support, hardware and software resolution, payroll reporting, and direct deposit processing.
  • Managed cross-functional team coordination to execute complex projects within established timeframes and budget constraints.
  • Managed end-to-end project workflow improvements to enhance efficiency and maintain faster turnaround times.
  • Built and implemented project plans, ensuring cross-functional alignment with organizational goals.
  • Reviewed project risks and developed mitigation strategies to ensure successful project outcomes.
  • Managed resource allocation and scheduling to support efficient team performance across concurrent projects.
  • Established key performance indicators to evaluate project success and support continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously to ensure timely execution, efficient resource utilization, and adherence to organizational priorities.
  • Planned, designed, and scheduled phases for large projects to support end-to-end delivery.
  • Delivered project milestones on schedule to uphold build quality and workplace safety requirements.
  • Coordinated communication practices among team members to enhance collaboration and enable successful project completion.
  • Worked alongside senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives for business growth.
  • Delivered technical and operational guidance to address project challenges.

Assistant Manager/Purchasing Agent

2 Years 5 Months
Ziebart Tidycar | 05.2002 - 10.2004
  • Managed purchasing of supplies and equipment from vendors and negotiated pricing.
  • (business franchise no longer owned by the person I worked for)
  • Led operational workflows to enhance service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Mentored team members, fostering skill development and improving overall performance.
  • Implemented process improvements that streamlined operations and reduced turnaround times.
  • Supervised daily operations to ensure quality service delivery and customer satisfaction.
  • Trained and mentored team members on best practices for vehicle detailing and cleaning processes.
  • Managed inventory control processes, ensuring timely replenishment of supplies and materials.
  • Streamlined workflow by implementing efficient scheduling and task allocation strategies.

Production Supervisor / Purchasing Agent

1 Year 3 Months
Cintas | 02.2001 - 05.2002
  • Managed 45 personnel, negotiated pricing, purchased supplies/equipment, and maintained inventory while overseeing inventory status reports and SAP operations. I developed and managed contracts (purchase orders & outline agreements). I utilized best-in-class strategic sourcing tools and techniques to Utilize strategic sourcing tools and techniques to identify, qualify, solicit, select, and negotiate with vendors, ensuring materials and services met cost, safety, quality, reliability, and delivery requirements. relations. I performed and analyzed research. I handled hardware and software issues with the plant computer systems that controlled the washer, dryers, materials to be washed overhead rail system. I coordinated work in 5 different sections simultaneously, interviewed job candidates, recommended hires, trained new empIoyees, maintained delivery vehicle fleet maintenance, managed the wastewater treatment, OSHA/MSHA regulations, operated the computer system that controlled the chemicals, million dollar washing/Drying Machines for the plant, and repaired the DCS computer control System. System.
  • Supervisor: James Sisson ((361) 356-7715)
  • Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes

Personnel Clerk/Medic/Purchasing Agent/supervisor

4 Years 8 Months
US Army-Fort Cavazos | 08.1996 - 04.2001
  • I purchased millions of dollars in prescription medicines and all medical supplies for 1st Calvary Division and all of the troop medical clinics on Fort Hood. Resolved personnel, payroll, finance, transfer orders, and promotions issues, ensuring smooth operations for soldiers. I coordinated personnel resources for medical units and Medevac helicopters, audited quality control measures and ordered millions of dollars in medications and supplies, ensuring readiness for Fort Hood troop medical clinics. The Fort Hood troop Medical Clinics. I have several Army Awards for Managing the Wiesbaden Health Clinic computer Network, servers, routers, and individual stations. I have several Army Awards for attention to detail in managing deployment medical processing of 8,000 active duty soldiers, managing/ordering/control of all of Fort Hood troop Medical Clinic Control substances, and other medications. I managed and Project managed the U.S. Army expert field medical badge challenge. I received an Honorable discharge from Active duty., Administered first aid in the field to support injured soldiers. in the field for the troop injuries. I resolved personnel and financial issues for the soldiers, medical records provided technical support for computer systems to ensure operational efficiency, maintenance, upgrading, third party billing, and network I.T. Tech.
  • Processed personnel actions, ensuring compliance with regulations and policies.
  • Maintained accurate employee records within the HR management system.
  • Coordinated onboarding procedures for new personnel, enhancing integration experience.

Purchasing Agent/New Construction Supervisor

2 Years 7 Months
A C Distribution | 01.1994 - 08.1996
  • Computer programming, Created detailed 2D CAD designs for projects, Lead developer, negotiated pricing, Purchased supplies/equipment from vendors, issuing p.o.#'s, SAP system operations and Purchasing tracking report, maintaining positive relationships with vendors/Customers, inventory management, Managed job scheduling to optimize workflow, job costing, inventory status reports, equipment serial number tracking, Utilized Excel for data analysis and reporting, Created documents using Word for various projects, Developed presentations to communicate project updates, Microsoft office 365. Wrote computer programs, maintained the computer network, resolved user software, hardware issues, provided tech support, processed payroll reports, and processed direct deposit forms.
  • Supervisor: Chris Mundahl, Sr. ((888) 481-8511). Okay to contact this Supervisor: Yes
  • Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
  • Negotiated contracts to secure favorable terms and pricing for procurement needs.
  • Analyzed market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering

Texas A&M University Kingsville | Kingsville | 12-2026
  • IEEN5321 Computer Appl of Stats Methods
  • IEEN5328 Reliability Theory
  • IEEN5310 Risk Management
  • IEEN5329 Advanced Eng Economic Analysis
  • IEEN5303 Adv T: Engineering Analysis
  • IEEN5333 Six Sigma and ISO Standards
  • ISYS5351 Databases & Data Warehousing
  • STAT5390 Adv.T: Intro to Machine Learning
  • GPA 3.75 (Current)

Currently taking:

  • IEEN5312 Supply Chain Management
  • IEEN5335 Principles of Optimization

Bachelor's degree - Mathematics, Computer Science Interdisciplinary

Texas A And M University | Corpus Christi, TX | 12-2006
  • Dean's List [Fall 2005, Fall 2006 ]
  • [CITGO STEM] Scholarship Recipient

Computer Applications for Business, Marketing, Management, Management Information Systems, Managerial

Accounting, Microeconomics, Communications of public speaking, Number systems, Statistics, Professional

Ethics, Space Science, Texas History, Calculus, Physical Science, Discrete Math, Linear Algebra, English

Grammar, College Geometry, Life Science, Geology, Comprehension and Literature, Technology, Special

Populations, Diagnostics of Reading Problems, and Classroom Management.

Associate's degree - Computer Programming (Supercomputer Operation)

Del Mar College | Corpus Christi, TX | 12-1995

Computer Programming (Dbase, RPG, Basic, Fortran, C+, Unix, Linux, Cisco Systems), Basic Accounting,

Financial Accounting, Economics, Analytical Geometry, Business math, Program Design and Development Data

Management, Electrical Circuits, Computer hardware Diagnostics, Software debugging, Computer Operation

Systems, Interpersonal Communication, and Organizational Communication. I learned to diagnose and repair

wiring problems, computer hardware, computer software, Networking, Cabling, modems, Routers, maintain a

network, solder wiring, solder circuit boards, and tested circuits. Develop and enforce security policies and procedures. Oversee the selection, testing, deployment and maintenance of security hardware and software products. Lead and support operating systems, virtualization, directories, utilities, patch management, antivirus, backups, SAN, LAN/WAN and other software as required.

Patient Administration Specialist - Hospitality Administration And Management

U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (AMMED) | San Antonio, TX | 12-1995

Patient Records, appointment Scheduling, third-party billing, financial reports, ledger balancing and reporting,

mortuary affairs, compile statistics and prepare reports. Taking Patient vitals screening, Advance lifesaving

certification, CPR, and medical transport.

Seagent's Preparation Academy - Primary Leadership Development Course

Leadership Development Center | Fort Hood

Leadership skills, training skills, and Teamworking skills Physical Readiness Training, Drill and Ceremony,

Informative Essay writing, Conduct Individual Training, Public Speaking, Compare and Contrast Essay writing,

Weekly Leadership and Collaborative Group Work Evaluation, OSHA/MSHA Regulations, Work place Safety,

motivating a Team, Building Teamwork Ethics, and Personnel Management. Coach and mentor professional employees to contribute as engaged teams that successfully achieve performance goals. Develop and enforce security policies and procedures. Project workforce requirements and determine resource allocation within division. Project workforce requirements and determine resource allocation within division.

Personnel Administration Center Clerk - Personnel/Finance Course

1st Cavalry Division Training Center | Fort Hood | 02-2000

To accomplish correct amount of staffing, status and personnel relations transactions and services, compiling

personnel rosters, reports and other records for action or information purposes, initiating or responding to

requests for factual data or documents relating to military personnel records, status of transactions, or to

inquiries regarding regulatory requirements, or reconstructing service records, effecting corrections to records,

or providing information regarding the terms and conditions surrounding prior military service or events in light

of the then applicable rules and regulations. Processing and resolving issues with military pay, travel, personal

property losses, etc.

Skills

Customer service experience
Robotics
Purchasing and negotiation
Management experience
Strategic sourcing expertise
ERP and Microsoft Office
Multitasking and communication
Java
Military service
Clear background check
CSS
React management
APIs
SQL
MySQL
Microsoft SQL Server
Database administration
Relational databases
Graph databases
Data analysis
Data collection
Analytics
Machine learning
Cloud architecture
AWS
Azure
Software development
Software deployment
Software troubleshooting
Technical support
IT support
Information security
Cybersecurity
Active Directory
Network administration
Data gathering
LAN
Firewall
Remote access software
Distributed Control Systems
Programmable Logic Controllers
ERP software
Microsoft Office (and Office 365)
Software support
SharePoint
GIS
Document management
System design
Design patterns
Statistical software
Accounting software
General ledger accounting
Bookkeeping
Financial analysis
Procurement
Purchasing agent and Price negotiation (SAP)
Sourcing
Vendor relations
Contracts
Supply chain
Management experience
Supervising experience
Leadership
Employee evaluation
Employee relations
Organizational skills
Multi-Tasking Skills
Task prioritization
Excellent Communication Skills
Attention to detail
Can-do attitude
Bilingual in Spanish and English
Honorable Discharge from U.S. Active-Duty Army
Clean Criminal Background
Grant Writing
Technical assistance
Positive role model and mentorship planning
Student engagement
Behavior management
IT
Employee assessment
Collaborative learning
Student-centered learning
Group and individual instruction
Classroom management
Financial assessment
Data-driven instruction
Performance assessments
Student rapport
Cooperative learning experience
Software rollout
Team building
Critical thinking
Analysis skills
Reporting and documentation
Social media management
Events management
Academic advising
Adult education
Information organization
Instructional methods
Faculty collaboration
Classroom experience
Project-based learning
Software development
Classroom oversight
Identity & access management
Distributed systems
Oracle
Behavioral management
Growth mindset
Collaborative learning
Student-centered education
Group and individual teaching
Curriculum implementation
Student evaluation
Technology integration
Bilingual
Classroom technology
Project-based learning
Performance assessments
Student rapport
Cooperative learning
Data-driven teaching
Faculty collaboration
Instructional methods
Blackboard software
Mentorship programs
Team building
Task management
Data analysis
Kinesthetic learning
Reporting and documentation

Accomplishments

    Certificate of Recognition (CCISD) July 2024

    (FIRST and VEX Robotics)

    First Robotics State qualifier- (2023-2024)

    First Robotics State qualifier- (2020- 2021)

    Soldier of the year Award (twice awarded) May 1999; July 2000

    superb job performance, military bearing, appearance,

    and knowledge of military subjects.

    Soldier of the month Award (twice awarded) Oct 1998; May 2000

    superb job performance, military bearing, appearance,

    and knowledge of military subjects.

Certification

  • Robotics Coach, 08/2019
  • Fusion 360 certified user, 02/2023
  • Procore Administrator,10/2021
  • Procore manager Quality and Safety,10/2021
  • Procore financial Management _General Contractor,10/2021
  • Procore Preconstruction_at General Contractor,10/2021
  • Procore Procore Administrator,10/2021
  • Procore Project manager-core tools,10/2021
  • PLTW Introduction to Engineering Design Teacher,11/2022
  • PLTW Computer Science Teacher, 11/2022
  • PLTW App Creators Teacher, 11/2022

Languages

Spanish - Fluent
English - Expert
German - Intermediate

Military Service

  • Branch: United States Army
  • Service Country: United States
  • Rank: E4P
  • August 1996 to April 2001
  • I purchased millions of dollars in prescription medicines and all medical supplies for 1st Calvary Division and all of the troop medical clinics on Fort Hood. I resolved problems with Personnel, Payroll, finance, transfer orders, promotions. I coordinated personnel resources of medical units and Medevac helicopter units during battle simulation when injuries occurred to render aid on the 247 square mile field area. I audited the quality control measures, ordered millions of dollars of medications/supplies for the Fort Hood troop Medical Clinics, I organized/ran the Expert Medical badge challenge, rendered first aid in the field for the troop injuries, I resolved personnel and financial issues for the soldiers, medical records, computer system support, maintenance, upgrading, third party billing, and network I.T. Tech.

2 Army Commendation medal, 2 Army Achievement Medal, 2 Good Conduct awards, Non-commissioned office

Accomplished correct amount of staffing, status and personnel relations transactions and services, compiling

personnel rosters, reports and other records for action or information purposes, initiating or responding to

requests for factual data or documents relating to military personnel records, status of transactions, or to

inquiries regarding regulatory requirements, or reconstructing service records, effecting corrections to records,

or providing information regarding the terms and conditions surrounding prior military service or events in light

of the then applicable rules and regulations. Processing and resolving issues with military pay, travel, personal

property losses, etc.

Timeline

Engineering/3D Design CAD Teacher/ Robotics Coach

Corpus Christi ISD
08.2022 - CurrentRead More

CTE Computer Technology Teacher / Coach

School of Science and Technology
06.2019 - 05.2022Read More

Mathematics / AVID Teacher and Football Coach

Corpus Christi I.S.D.
12.2006 - 05.2019Read More

Project Manager / New Construction Coordinator

A C Distribution
10.2004 - 12.2006Read More

Assistant Manager/Purchasing Agent

Ziebart Tidycar
05.2002 - 10.2004Read More

Production Supervisor / Purchasing Agent

Cintas
02.2001 - 05.2002Read More

Personnel Clerk/Medic/Purchasing Agent/supervisor

US Army-Fort Cavazos
08.1996 - 04.2001Read More

Purchasing Agent/New Construction Supervisor

A C Distribution
01.1994 - 08.1996Read More

Texas A&M University Kingsville

Master of Science from Industrial Engineering
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Texas A And M University

Bachelor's degree from Mathematics, Computer Science Interdisciplinary
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Del Mar College

Associate's degree from Computer Programming (Supercomputer Operation)
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U.S. Army Medical Center of Excellence (AMMED)

Patient Administration Specialist from Hospitality Administration And Management
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Leadership Development Center

Seagent's Preparation Academy from Primary Leadership Development Course
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1st Cavalry Division Training Center

Personnel Administration Center Clerk from Personnel/Finance Course
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Christopher CavazosCTE Engineering/Fusion 3D CAD Teacher