Passionate CTE teacher committed to helping students obtain skills to help them develop a career in a variety of industries. Several years of experience teaching grades 9-12 as well as adult education.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Manufacturing and Product Development Teacher
Kern High School District
Bakersfield, CA
01.2025 - Current
Facilitated discussions about current events, expected behaviors, and opportunities in career fields related to the curriculum.
Integrated technology into the classroom environment when appropriate for enhanced learning outcomes.
Coordinated with local businesses to provide long term employment opportunities for students.
Instructed students on how to operate various types of equipment and machinery used throughout various industries.
Gave constructive feedback to students to improve learning and progress against course objectives.
Promoted advancement of professional skills for securing certification, employment, leadership development and financial literacy.
Supervised students during lab activities, ensuring safety protocols were followed.
Substitute Teacher
Kern High School District
Bakersfield, CA
01.2021 - 01.2025
Substituted for various CTE subjects for grades 9-12, as well as adult education.
Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Maintained a safe learning environment by enforcing school rules and regulations.
Created an environment conducive to learning while managing challenging behaviors.
Administered tests and assessments according to school guidelines.
Promoted a safe and secure atmosphere within the classroom setting.
<ul>
<li>Tack-welded, clamped, and bolted parts to achieve desired specifications for slingshots and Rangers.</li>
<li>Analyzed parts for defects and made necessary repairs before sending parts to be inspected.</li>
<li>Trainer for welding processes for engine manufacturing.</li>
<li>Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.</li>
<li>Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.</li>
<li>Inspected incoming raw materials for non-conforming items and notified suppliers of any discrepancies.</li>
<li>Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.</li>
<li>Replaced defective components or parts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.</li>
<li>Tested assembled items with appropriate equipment to ensure proper functioning.</li>
<li>Operated a variety of hand tools including drills, saws, grinders, and riveters.</li>
<li>Inspected welds for accuracy, strength, and adherence to safety standards.</li>
<li>Dismantled defective assemblies using hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes.</li>
<li>Utilized thermal cutting tools including oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal components prior to welding repairs.</li>
</ul> at Polaris<ul>
<li>Tack-welded, clamped, and bolted parts to achieve desired specifications for slingshots and Rangers.</li>
<li>Analyzed parts for defects and made necessary repairs before sending parts to be inspected.</li>
<li>Trainer for welding processes for engine manufacturing.</li>
<li>Applied shielded metal arc welding techniques with electrodes in flat, horizontal vertical positions as well as overhead applications.</li>
<li>Performed preventative maintenance on welding tools and equipment.</li>
<li>Inspected incoming raw materials for non-conforming items and notified suppliers of any discrepancies.</li>
<li>Verified proper labeling, packaging, shipping and receiving documentation prior to releasing products from the facility.</li>
<li>Replaced defective components or parts as needed.</li>
<li>Reviewed technical manuals and other documents related to product operation and maintenance requirements.</li>
<li>Tested assembled items with appropriate equipment to ensure proper functioning.</li>
<li>Operated a variety of hand tools including drills, saws, grinders, and riveters.</li>
<li>Inspected welds for accuracy, strength, and adherence to safety standards.</li>
<li>Dismantled defective assemblies using hand tools, power tools, hoists, cranes.</li>
<li>Utilized thermal cutting tools including oxy-acetylene torches to cut metal components prior to welding repairs.</li>
</ul> at Polaris
Production Supervisor /Product Design & Development Engineer at Frans Chocolates Inc,Production Supervisor /Product Design & Development Engineer at Frans Chocolates Inc,