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Mark Kelso

Galveston

Summary

Results-driven educator with several-year record of success and communication, planning and problem-solving abilities required for delivering exceptional education to students while maintaining supportive and structured learning environments. Polished in developing and implementing student-focused practices and technological strategies to enhance classroom settings. Boosts student engagement through experiential learning, team collaboration and digital approaches.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Educator

Galveston Independent School District
Galveston
10.2013 - Current
  • Created lesson plans and activities to engage students in the learning process.
  • Established expectations for student behavior while maintaining an atmosphere of mutual respect.
  • Evaluated data and used measurements to plan, coordinate and advance student progress.
  • Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
  • Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
  • Encouraged critical thinking skills among students through problem-solving activities.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to share best practices in teaching methods.
  • Attended professional development workshops and seminars to stay abreast of new trends in education.
  • Conveyed and utilized strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish positive rapport with students, parents and fellow educators.
  • Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.

Vessel Operations

Biehl and Company
Galveston
07.2010 - 09.2013
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations involving vessel operations.
  • Provided technical advice to captains regarding vessel operations and repair procedures.
  • Maintained accurate records of vessel operations including fuel consumption, engine hours, repairs, and maintenance activities.
  • Monitored all vessel operations to ensure proper functioning of equipment.
  • Coordinated with vendors on the purchase of spare parts and supplies needed for vessel operations.
  • Collaborated closely with ship captains and crew members to ensure efficient vessel operations.
  • Maintained records of vessel operations, including voyage logs, cargo manifests and other related documents.
  • Organized regular meetings with key personnel involved in vessel operations to discuss issues affecting efficiency or safety.

Education

Real Estate Continuing Education - Real Estate

Kaplan University
Davenport, IA
05-2008

Real Estate License Curriculum - Real Estate

Galveston College
Galveston, TX
05-2004

Bachelor of Science - Martime Business Administration

Texas A&M University
Galveston, TX
05-2000

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

University of Houston - Clear Lake
Houston, TX

Skills

  • Curriculum development
  • Data analysis
  • Lesson planning
  • Assessment methods
  • Instructional design
  • Classroom management
  • Peer evaluation
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communication skills
  • Professional development

Affiliations

  • Hiking
  • Camping
  • Fishing

Accomplishments

  • 2019 - Present Research contributor Department of Defense - Enoura Maru Project
  • 2025 Invited by Secretary of Defense Pentagon and Arlington National Cemetery
  • May 2022 - Contributor to CBS This Morning Memorial Day Episode
  • April 2022 - Keynote Speaker, Bataan Legacy Conference USS Hornet Museum, Alameda, California
  • 2023 Humanities Texas Commended Teacher of Humanities
  • 2019, 2021, and 2022 Presenter for Friends of National World War Two Teacher's Conference - Georgetown University, Washington DC

Timeline

Educator

Galveston Independent School District
10.2013 - Current

Vessel Operations

Biehl and Company
07.2010 - 09.2013

Real Estate Continuing Education - Real Estate

Kaplan University

Real Estate License Curriculum - Real Estate

Galveston College

Bachelor of Science - Martime Business Administration

Texas A&M University

Master of Science - Educational Leadership

University of Houston - Clear Lake

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