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Garry Woodruff

Garry Woodruff

El Paso

Summary

Dynamic Physics Teacher with expertise in classroom management, differentiated instruction, and student engagement. Proven ability to facilitate discussions and enhance learning experiences through innovative course planning.

Overview

46
46
years of professional experience

Work History

Physics Teacher

Upward Bound Program
El Paso, TX
09.2021 - Current

Courses taught:

Physics

Robotics

Sphero Robotics

Aerospace

Engineering Escape Room

Physics Teacher

Ysleta Independent School District
El Paso, TX
08.2002 - Current

Listed are the following courses taught.

Integrated Chemistry and Physics

Chemistry and PAP Chemistry

Physics

AP Physics 1

AP Physics 2

On Ramps Physics 1

Elementary and Secondary Math and Science Teacher

Bethel Temple Christian School
El Paso, TX
08.1998 - 05.2002

Taught math and science courses for grades 5th through High School including AP Physics 1.

Youth Minister

Immanuel Baptist Church
El Paso, TX
05.1996 - 08.1998

Responsible for 60 to 80 youth students. Teaching Bible Studies, Organizing and participating in youth group event including summer camps.

Elementary Teacher 5th Grae

Immanuel Christian School
El Paso, TX
08.1994 - 05.1996

Educational Aide II

Ysleta Independent School District
El Paso, TX
08.1993 - 05.1994

Owner

Comac Masonry
El Paso, TX
12.1982 - 07.1993

Partnership with Conroe McCown for Comac Masonry. Comac Masonry was a masonry contracting business.

Assisted in construction of commercial buildings, including shopping centers, city structures, and schools. Supported project bidding by reviewing building plans and providing estimates. Aided in supervising a team of 10 to 15 laborers and bricklayers. Managed material purchases and operational costs.

Well Logging Engineer

Professional Well Logging
Oklahoma City, OK
08.1980 - 12.1982

Worked on oil and gas wells drilled in Oklahoma mostly the Anadarko basin. Drill depths 5,000 feet to 24,000 feet. Worked as a consultant and as a supervisor with 30 employees ( well loggers). While collecting and analyzing drill samples I discovered "pay zones" including wildcat areas.

Responsible for collecting drill samples and analyze for Company Geologist. Involves evaluating drill samples and monitoring gas charts for potential "pay zones". Sometimes make decisions for drill stem tests to test potential oil and gas zones.

Supervised well loggers on multiple drilling sites in Oklahoma making sure quality of well logging for clients and safety was practiced. Reported to Professional Well Logging administration daily with data from operations.

Education

Master of Science - Dual Credit Physics

The University of Texas At El Paso
El Paso
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

West Texas Stat University
Canyon, TX
05-1980

Skills

  • Classroom management techniques
  • Physics simulations
  • Mathematics
  • Laboratory management
  • Student engagement
  • Differentiated instruction techniques
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Strong mathematical skills
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Public speaking
  • Experimental design
  • Physics demonstration
  • Course planning
  • Deep physics knowledge
  • Student motivation strategies
  • Differentiated instruction
  • Lesson planning
  • Peer review experience
  • Physics expertise
  • Discussion facilitation

Timeline

Physics Teacher

Upward Bound Program
09.2021 - Current

Physics Teacher

Ysleta Independent School District
08.2002 - Current

Elementary and Secondary Math and Science Teacher

Bethel Temple Christian School
08.1998 - 05.2002

Youth Minister

Immanuel Baptist Church
05.1996 - 08.1998

Elementary Teacher 5th Grae

Immanuel Christian School
08.1994 - 05.1996

Educational Aide II

Ysleta Independent School District
08.1993 - 05.1994

Owner

Comac Masonry
12.1982 - 07.1993

Well Logging Engineer

Professional Well Logging
08.1980 - 12.1982

Master of Science - Dual Credit Physics

The University of Texas At El Paso

Bachelor of Science - Petroleum Engineering

West Texas Stat University