Fausto Antonio Polanco, Jr.
Capon Bridge,West Virginia
Summary
Spirited teacher committed to inspiring personal drive and self-confidence through motivational training and skills development. Employs example-based instruction style to build trust as hands-on leader and guarantee safety of activities. Believes in open, constructive communication between staff and team to set clear goals and build vision of excellence that comply with the organization's mission, vision, and guiding principles.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Command Master Chief
United States Navy, USN
San Diego, CA
07.1983 - 08.2013
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Applied effective time management techniques to meet tight deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Intern
North Carolina STEM Teacher Education Program
07.2014 - 06.2015
- Participated in professional development workshops and conferences to further enhance teaching skills and stay current on educational trends.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, creating a cohesive curriculum across subjects.
- Established positive and encouraging relationship with students and helped to foster appreciation for biology and science.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress, providing timely feedback for improvement.
- Assessed data from standardized tests results to identify areas for instructional improvement, refining curriculum content accordingly.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Biology Teacher-Intern
Caldwell Early College High School
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Taught subject matter based on information compiled from textbooks, online sites, and other educational materials.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, creating a cohesive curriculum across subjects.
- Established and maintained professional relationships with students, staff, parents and community members.
- Promoted culture of inclusion, respect and collaboration in classroom.
- Enhanced the learning experience by utilizing multimedia resources in classroom presentations and assignments.
- Continuously updated personal knowledge of current scientific research and advancements, ensuring relevant information was included in lessons.
- Coordinated extracurricular activities such as Science Club or Biology Olympiad team, inspiring students'' passion for biology outside the classroom setting.
Instructor
Defense Intelligence Agency, DIA
07.2014 - 02.2017
- Assisted in curriculum development, ensuring alignment with DIA standards and best practices for effective instruction.
- Provided annual instruction to 1140 deploying DIA personnel in risk management, basic mission planning, active shooter response, bystander emergency and medical response, CPR and operational stress management in accordance to requirements set by the United States Central Command.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
Spanish Teacher
Sacred Heart Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
- Developed comprehensive assessments to evaluate student progress and adjust teaching strategies accordingly.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
- Enhanced cultural understanding among students by integrating diverse cultural elements into lesson plans and classroom discussions.
- Organized extracurricular activities related to Spanish culture, promoting increased interest in the subject matter outside of class time.
- Attended department meetings to develop and update course curricula.
- Documented student progress and provided regular updates to parents.
Assistant Coach
Sacred Heart Academy
04.2023 - 06.2023
- Increased player confidence by highlighting individual accomplishments during post-game reviews.
- Promoted sportsmanship and teamwork among players, fostering a supportive atmosphere both on and off the field.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Assisted head coach in developing practice plans, ensuring productive use of team time and resources.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Enhanced player performance by providing individualized coaching and feedback on specific skills.
- Assisted in coordinating team travel arrangements for away games, ensuring timely arrival at all events.
Education
Masters of Education - Teaching And Learning
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VASkills
- Physical and endurance training
- Decision-Making
- Individualized Coaching
- Player evaluation
- Safety awareness
- Team motivation
- Travel Coordination
- Skill Development
Professional Development
- Summer Institute
- Scaling STEM
- New Teacher Institute
- Common Practices Symposium
- Secondary Lenses on Learning
- Project Based Learning
- Introduction to Modeling Instruction in Science
- School-Based Seminars
- Command Master Chief/Chief of the Boat Leadership Course
- Navy Senior Enlisted Academy
Sports
* Played on the All-Navy softball team.
* Drafted by the New York Yankees in 1982, and assigned to the Mount Vernon Generals double-A farm system.
* Hold three records in baseball at the City College of New York for: Batting average, base hits, and stolen bases.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Assistant Coach
Sacred Heart Academy
04.2023 - 06.2023
Spanish Teacher
Sacred Heart Academy
09.2017 - 06.2018
Biology Teacher-Intern
Caldwell Early College High School
09.2014 - 06.2015
Intern
North Carolina STEM Teacher Education Program
07.2014 - 06.2015
Instructor
Defense Intelligence Agency, DIA
07.2014 - 02.2017
Command Master Chief
United States Navy, USN
07.1983 - 08.2013
Masters of Education - Teaching And Learning
Liberty University
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