Open To Work
Jacob H. Adams
Rejuvenation, Williams - Sonoma Inc.
Katy,Texas
Work Preference
Job Search Status:
Open to work31
Years of experience
Summary
Imaginative and committed to staying current with the latest teaching theories, trends, software, and teaching tools, as well as behavioral studies.
Work History
Career & Technology Teacher
1 Year- Concepts of Engineering Technology, Principals of Information Technology
- 713-671-3860
Technology Coordinator and Liaison
1 Year- Performed system administration duties by monitoring and modifying student profiles and resetting passwords.
- Debugged, troubleshot and diagnosed issues with network infrastructure, computers and peripheral devices.
- Used [Software] to update school website with events, announcements, news and images.
- Resolved hardware failures by troubleshooting hard drives, diagnosing memory issues, and checking power supply.
Assistant Manager
4 Months- Food preparation, Counter sales, Cash register.
Contractor
2 Years 4 Months- Installed new hardware and oversaw maintenance of existing hardware to provide support for users.
- Evaluated customer needs and feedback to drive product and service improvements.
- Worked closely with instructors to prepare online materials, content, and tools to facilitate training globally.
- Planned and monitored implementation of technology-based learning programs.
landscaper
21 Years- Maintained grounds by trimming, weeding, and general clean-up.
- Removed weeds, hazards, and debris from common pathways to improve usability.
Contractor
8 Months- Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
Maintenance & operations
5 Years 8 Months- 713-439-0426
Industrial Technology Teacher - Langham Creek HS
1 Year- Concepts of Engineering, Principals of Manufacturing, Architectural Design 1, Engineering Design and Presentation, Advanced Architectural Design, Problems and Solutions in Drafting, Robotics and Automation and Electronics
- Welding 1, Construction Management
Industrial Technology Teacher - Hopper MS
2 Years- Concepts of Engineering, Principals of Manufacturing, Intro Drafting, Problems and Solutions in Tech Ed, Principles of Architecture and Construction
Math Teacher - Hopper MS
1 Year- Provided meaningful math instruction to improve math skills of children.
- Diversified teaching techniques and learning tools help students with differing ability levels and varied learning modalities.
- Kept classroom environments consistent and focused on learning by establishing and enforcing clear objectives.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
History Teacher - Hopper MS
2 Years- 6th grade World Cultures (1 yr), 7th grade Texas History (1 yr), 8th Grade U.S. History (2 yrs)
Health Teacher
2 Months- Participated in health education research initiatives, developing and evaluating health education programs.
- Monitored health trends and data to identify health concerns and develop related health education initiatives.
- Promoted available resources and connected individuals with services.
Science Teacher
1 Year 1 Month- 6th grade Science (2 yrs), 8th grade Science (1 yr)
- (281) 463-5353
- - Served on DEIC, CPOC, PTA, PTO
- - ELPS Instructor, Mentor Teacher, Gifted and Talented (Horizons/GT/Level 1)Teacher, Technology Liaison, Gradebook manager, Content Team Lead, Team Teaching Lead, Department Lead, AVID Teacher, Safety Officer
- - Theatre Arts Assistant Director, Drama Club Sponsor, Soccer and Cross Country Coach, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Chess Club Instructor, National Honor Society Sponsor, Spelling Bee Coordinator, Student Council Sponsor, Book Club Sponsor, Art Club Sponsor, Mock UN Instructor, Photography Club
- - Science Fair Coordinator, Coach of Science Olympiad and Science Bowl
- - Technology Student Association Teacher, NASA HUNCH Program, Coordinator of Technology Showcase, Soap Box Derby, VEX Robotics, First Robotics, Lego Robotics, Technology Club Sponsor, Engineering Club Sponsor
- - National Reuse Contest Teacher, UH RecycleMania Instructor, Recycle/Green Houston Program Instructor
- - DI Teacher, Distance Learning, CRiSS Training, History Alive!, No Place for Hate Teacher, CRiSS strategies, Boys Town Classroom Management Plan, Building Better Relationships, Growth/Mindset Instructor, Project CLASS, Teach Like a Champion, Teach Like a Champion 2.0
Substitute Teacher
9 Months- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
Classroom Teacher
2 Months- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Collaborated with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Planned lessons, activities and trips to cover all required course material.
- Administered quizzes and tests to assess student understanding of material.
2nd level Machinist
8 Months- Inspected completed parts to verify compliance with specifications and quality standards.
- Studied daily work instruction, sketches, drawings, blueprints, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately.
- Reduced error and non-conformances with by utilising fixtures and cutting tools on CNC machines.
- Researched and identified new machining technologies and techniques.
Substitute Teacher
4 Months- Prepared objectives and outlines for courses of study by following curriculum guidelines or requirements of states and schools.
- Conferred with parents or guardians, other teachers, counselors and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic problems.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
Manager, Team Lead, Stock Controller
2 Years 3 Months- Worked in produce, seafood, market, deli, dairy, frozen, bakery, drug store, floral and grocery, Responsible for ordering merchandise, inventory, receiving merchandise, and stocking merchandise.
- (281)599-0045
Contractor
1 Year 3 Months- 281-856-2122
Substitute Teacher
4 Months- Utilized variety of instructional strategies to meet individual student needs.
- Enforced school and class rules to maintain order in classroom.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Collaborated with other educators to plan and review instruction.
Crew Chief/Night Stocker
11 Months- Soft lines, Hard lines, Grocery, Receiving, Inventory control/backroom.
- (281)647-9191
Education
Alumni
Alumni - Interdisciplinary Studies
Skills
Door maintenance
Property maintenance
Bicycle maintenance
Cellar maintenance
Machinery maintenance
Application maintenance
Camera maintenance
Residential maintenance
Wellhead maintenance
Bearing maintenance
Oversee maintenance
Industrial maintenance
Salesfloor maintenance
Awning maintenance
Boat maintenance
Maintenance protocols
Maintenance verification
Gearbox maintenance
Maintenance & repair
Endcap maintenance
Asphalt maintenance
Pathway maintenance
Parts maintenance
Maintenance reporting
Instrumentation maintenance
Appliance maintenance
Compressors maintenance
Data maintenance
Irrigation maintenance
Hydration maintenance
Powertrain maintenance
Transmission maintenance
Site maintenance
Channel maintenance
Cafeteria maintenance
Apparatus maintenance
Bed maintenance
Skimmer maintenance
Supply maintenance
Table maintenance
Grounds maintenance
Lubrication maintenance
Budget maintenance
Collection maintenance
Turf maintenance
Documentation maintenance
Motor maintenance
Upholstery maintenance
Laboratory maintenance
Shelter maintenance
Chart maintenance
Technical maintenance
Furniture maintenance
Textile maintenance
Facilities maintenance
Drainage maintenance
Actuator maintenance
Intership
- Student Teacher - Unpaid
- Spring Branch MS
- 1000 Piney Point, Houston, TX 77024
- (713) 251-4400
Research
Researched educational theories, early childhood learning, child psychology, and developmental learning tools
Volunteer Experience
- Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo, Agricultural Mechanics, 2013
- General Go Texan Committee, 2020, 2022
- Katy Metro Go Texan Committee, 2021, Present
- CAPS Shelter, Counselor, 2008-06, 2009-01, at YMCA day camp, children ages 6-16 (Summer 2006)
- West Lake Fire Station, 2001-08, 2003-12, Ran camp activities, courses, swimming, field trips
Timeline
Contractor
Made in the Shade
01.2026 - Current
Maintenance & operations
Rejuvenation, Williams - Sonoma Inc.
01.2021 - Current
Career & Technology Teacher
Houston Independent School District
01.2016 - 01.2017
Technology Coordinator and Liaison
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
01.2016 - 01.2017
Industrial Technology Teacher - Langham Creek HS
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
01.2015 - 01.2016
Industrial Technology Teacher - Hopper MS
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
01.2013 - 01.2015
Math Teacher - Hopper MS
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
01.2013 - 01.2014
Health Teacher
Health Teacher - Cy-Springs HS
06.2011 - 08.2011
History Teacher - Hopper MS
Cypress Fairbanks Independent School District
01.2011 - 01.2013
Science Teacher
Science Teacher - Hopper MS
12.2009 - 01.2011
Substitute Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
03.2009 - 12.2009
Classroom Teacher
Focus Academy Houston
06.2008 - 08.2008
Substitute Teacher
Spring Branch ISD
01.2008 - 05.2008
2nd level Machinist
South Texas Machinery
11.2007 - 07.2008
Manager, Team Lead, Stock Controller
HEB
07.2005 - 10.2007
Substitute Teacher
Cypress Fairbanks ISD
01.2005 - 05.2005
Contractor
Vaquero Construction
10.2004 - 01.2006
Crew Chief/Night Stocker
Target
12.2003 - 11.2004
Assistant Manager
Subway
08.2003 - 12.2003
Contractor
Precision Concrete
08.2001 - 12.2003
landscaper
Bobcat Landscaping & Grounds keeping
01.1996 - 01.2017
Mayde Creek HS
Alumni
University of Houston
Alumni from Interdisciplinary Studies