Cole Gossett
San Antonio,TX
Summary
A/V Production and Principles of Engineering teacher that is adept at managing projects and has a thorough understanding of engineering and A/V production concepts. Devoted to promoting the understanding of the growth mindset and creativity in a project based setting.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Design II Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
- Developed, refined, and implemented Design Lab 2 curriculum in a project based classroom setting. Audio/Video Production I TEKs.
- Developed, refined, and implemented Principles of Engineering curriculum in a project based classroom setting.
- Co-sponsored the Career and Tech Service Orientation.
- Collaborated with teachers from different campuses to put on a tri-campus Homecoming Event and Dance.
- Served as the 10th grade class sponsor. Responsibilities include running a grade-level student council, organizing two major fundraisers, managing the student activity funds, chaperoning student volunteers, and organizing class field trips.
- Served as a meeting facilitator and scribe for the 10th grade PLC meetings.
- Lead the organization and implementation of the 10th grade Graduate Portfolio and trained fellow 10th grade team members.
- Organized and planned multiple international trips to Puebla, Mexico for students on an international college visit. Served in a variety of roles such a paperwork manager, payments, and PBL curriculum development for each trip. Lead different groups of students and adults on each of these trips.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as Chess club and Esports club that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary project based learning opportunities that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
- Supported students by organizing PBL showcases where the students exhibited their learning through a product and portfolio presentation.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Managed a diverse Makerspace, and maintained the inventory on a daily basis. The equipment in the makerspace was for woodworking, 3D printing, jewelry making, fashion design, and A/V production.
- Implemented a daily organizational and safety checklist before departing the Makerspace each period and day.
- Prepared 10th grade students to pass the Adobe Premiere Pro industry level certification exam.
STEM and Principles of Engineering Teacher
Snyder Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
- Developed curricula, lessons and test plans to maximize student success.
- Used TinkerCAD, and SketchUp on regular basis and taught students how to use each to complete important career-related tasks.
- Deepened student understanding of principles of engineering by utilizing group activities and special projects.
- Built and used diverse techniques to assist students with grasp materials and understanding concepts.
- Coached students completing research projects, tutored in difficult topics and offered assistance with educational and career choices.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Resolved conflicts and negotiated mutually beneficial agreements between students.
- Implemented design thinking projects with various groups of students.
- Started and facilitated an engineering club at the junior high for the past three years. Students competed in STEM competitions at divisional and state level.
- Utilized 3-D printing within both STEM and Engineering curriculums.
- Facilitated student led projects that involved aspects of the community and raised empathy awareness.
- Department head of electives for two years.
- Mentor teacher for the school district for two years.
- Assisted with organizing a Maker Fair for the entire school district.
Paraprofessional
Snyder Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
- Developed lesson plans to meet academic, intellectual and social needs of the students.
- Combined discipline plan with effective measures and various lesson plans to increase concentration,participation, and progress student accountability.
- Implemented accommodations and modifications into daily instruction for students with learning and behavioral disabilities, as well as English language learners.
- Instructed 7th grade level of Pre-Algebra to 123 students spread out over seven class periods.
- Developed, administered and corrected tests and quizzes in a timely manner.
- Coordinated after school tutoring hours with other teachers to help students in need of extra attention.
- Routinely met with students' parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions to discuss solutions.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
Sporting Goods Associate
Walmart
01.2015 - 07.2016
- Operates sporting goods department while manager is away.
- Distributed freight of goods to appropriate locations.
- Audited the inventory to ensure that the counts were correct.
- Handled the stocking and sales of ammunition.
- Trained in multiple areas of the store including paint, lawn and garden, back room inventory, and grocery.
- Operated a register efficiently when required.
- Applied maintenance to areas in the store that had need of it.
- Provided exceptional services and pleasant shopping experiences to retail customers.
- Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
Party Specialist
Card and Party Factory
01.2012 - 11.2012
- Operated a balloon counter that provided assortments of different kinds of balloons.
- Handled the helium tanks in and out of the store.
- Built stands for the many holidays addressed by the store.
- Conducted small maintenance on devices throughout the store.
- Operated the cash register and was responsible for welcoming customers to the store.
- Assisted manager in taking in shipment orders and distributing the products throughout the facility.
- Assisted with security during the Halloween season.
Caregiver
Canyon After School Program
01.2011 - 05.2012
- Provided an assortment of foods for the children.
- Supervised the children during activities and sports.
- Provided first aid when necessary.
- Assisted children with schoolwork.
- Cleaned the facilities after the children left.
Lifeguard
Pecos County Precinct 2
01.2008 - 08.2011
- Made sure all facilities were running efficiently while managers were away.
- Assisted managers in calculating the pool's profit as well as making sure the money was deposited into the bank.
- Maintained a careful watch of my sectors of the pool at all times.
- Attained extensive training in multiple rescue methods such as first aid, CPR, and emergency extractions from the pool.
- Excelled in the training in the use of an AED (Automated External Defibrillator).
- Cleaned the facilities thoroughly in order to maintain a safe environment for patrons.
- Conducted tests on cyanuric levels, total alkalinity, and calcium hardness in order to maintain the chlorine level of the pool.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology - Distribution
West Texas A&M University
Canyon, TX12.2015
Skills
- Classroom management
- Developing project based learning lesson plans and activities
- Lesson plan development
- AutoCAD competency
- Adobe Premiere Pro competency
- 3-D printing utilization and material knowledge
- Proficient with various applications in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
- Student government facilitation
- Group facilitation
Timeline
Design II Teacher
San Antonio Independent School District
08.2021 - Current
STEM and Principles of Engineering Teacher
Snyder Independent School District
08.2017 - Current
Paraprofessional
Snyder Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2017
Sporting Goods Associate
Walmart
01.2015 - 07.2016
Party Specialist
Card and Party Factory
01.2012 - 11.2012
Caregiver
Canyon After School Program
01.2011 - 05.2012
Lifeguard
Pecos County Precinct 2
01.2008 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Technology - Distribution
West Texas A&M University
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