Jeff Marasca
Summary
Experienced educator and communications professional with advanced degrees and cross-sector experience in instruction, curriculum development, technical documentation, and public information. Proven ability to analyze complex material and produce clear, written guidance in deadline-driven environments. Background includes public education, technical documentation support for a federal agency, and broadcast journalism. Seeking entry into California state service in analyst, program, training, public information, or communication-adjacent roles.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Teacher / Educator
Multiple School Districts
08.2009 - Current
- Designed and implemented engaging curriculum for diverse learning environments.
- Developed assessment tools to measure student understanding and progress effectively.
- Promoted inclusive practices to support all learners in the classroom setting.
- Developed and implemented innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning.
- Identified weakness and strengths to create strategic student improvement plans.
Technical Documentation Specialist
NASA Johnson Space Center
Houston
07.2006 - 08.2009
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams, contractors, and Mission Control to ensure documentation consistency.
- Maintained professional and technical knowledge by attending workshops, seminars and lectures.
- Managed documentation projects from concept to completion, adhering to strict timelines and quality standards.
- Edited documents for grammar, clarity, content accuracy, and formatting.
News Anchor
KRGV-TV
Weslaco
05.2002 - 05.2006
- Delivered news broadcasts with clarity and professionalism.
- Conducted live interviews with community leaders and experts.
- Analyzed and interpreted news and information received from various sources to broadcast information.
- Met deadlines with reliable, in-depth news coverage.
Education
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership And Management
National University
La Jolla, CA09-2025
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Hooksett, NH11-2014
Bachelor of Science - Geography / Communications
Mississippi State University
Starkville, MS05-2002
Skills
- Curriculum design
- Assessment development
- Inclusive practices
- Strategic planning
- Effective communication
- Team collaboration
- Technical writing
- Student engagement
- Literacy strategies
- Culturally responsive teaching
- Curriculum development
- Parent-teacher communication
- Behavior management
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Limited
Certification
California Standard Teaching License
Affiliations
One Reno: LGBT+ Outreach
Timeline
Teacher / Educator
Multiple School Districts
08.2009 - Current
Technical Documentation Specialist
NASA Johnson Space Center
07.2006 - 08.2009
News Anchor
KRGV-TV
05.2002 - 05.2006
Educational Specialist - Educational Leadership And Management
National University
Master of Education - Educational Administration
Southern New Hampshire University
Bachelor of Science - Geography / Communications
Mississippi State University