Gerald Charleston, Ed.D.
Moreno Valley,CA
Summary
US Army Captain with over 10 years of experience in operational training and more than 2 years in the academic landscape, specializing in student evaluation and innovative teaching methods. Proven ability to develop and implement effective training objectives that enhance learning outcomes. Committed to fostering an engaging educational environment while continuing to expand expertise in leadership development.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Operations Officer
United States Army Reserve
Bell, CA
11.2023 - Current
- Managed comprehensive training planning to ensure readiness of a large mobilizing unit.
- Coordinated team activities of ten-person staff to meet internal and external requirements during field training exercises.
- Provided technical support to staff in resolving operational issues or problems.
Assistant Professor of Military Science
United States Army Cadet Command
Grand Rapids, MI
10.2020 - 11.2023
- Instructed courses on Leadership and Decision Making at Western Michigan University.
- Trained and evaluated leadership abilities of third-year Army ROTC Cadets in tactical field environments.
- Guest Lecturer on Military Operations Other than War for American Military History Course at Western Michigan University.
- Highlighted the Army's influence in Chicago and its role in Western development of early 19th century in Chicagoland high schools.
Operations Officer
United States Army
Chicago, IL
05.2016 - 10.2020
- Served as Aide de Camp to Commanding General of the 85th United States Army Reserve Support Command.
- Managed medical readiness for the 85th United States Army Reserve Command, encompassing a 3600 Soldier contingent across multiple states.
- Synchronized operations between General Staff members.
Education
Doctor of Education - Higher Education Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Teaneck, NJ05-2024
Master of Science - Biochemistry
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2009
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Champaign, IL05.2005
Skills
- Research
- Curriculum development
- Tutoring and student assistance
- Leadership
- Lesson plan creation
Certification
- US Army Common Faculty Development - Instructor Course (2021)
- US Army Military History Instructor Course (2021)
- US Army Chemical Captains Career Course (2016)
- US Army Chemical Basic Officer Leadership Course (2012)
- US Army Officer Candidate School (2012)
- US Basic Combat Training - Fort Benning (2012)
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Operations Officer
United States Army Reserve
11.2023 - Current
Assistant Professor of Military Science
United States Army Cadet Command
10.2020 - 11.2023
Operations Officer
United States Army
05.2016 - 10.2020
Doctor of Education - Higher Education Administration
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Master of Science - Biochemistry
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science - Molecular And Cell Biology
University of Illinois At Urbana-Champaign
- US Army Common Faculty Development - Instructor Course (2021)
- US Army Military History Instructor Course (2021)
- US Army Chemical Captains Career Course (2016)
- US Army Chemical Basic Officer Leadership Course (2012)
- US Army Officer Candidate School (2012)
- US Basic Combat Training - Fort Benning (2012)
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