Matthew Wright
Montgomery
Summary
Professional educator with strong expertise in secondary education. Skilled in curriculum development, classroom management, and student engagement. Known for fostering effective team collaboration and driving academic success. Adaptable and reliable, with focus on achieving results in dynamic educational environments.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Secondary Educator
Duncanville and Magnolia ISD
Duncanville and Magnolia, TX
01.2005
- Taught at Magnolia ISD at 6th grade for on level and advance World Cultures
- Created lessons for each unit throughout the school year based on curriculum YAG
- Was team facilitator for 6th grade Social Studies
- Taught World Geography at Duncanville High School
- Taught AP Human Geography at Duncanville High School
- Credentialed in Social Studies 7-12 in Texas
- Credentialed in Social Studies 4-8 in Texas and California
- Taught at Social Studies at Garland ISD in Texas and all subjects at Balboa City School in San Diego
- Instructed secondary students in 9th grade World Geography and CTE/Digital Media
- Prepared course materials such as syllabi and technology based materials
- Initiated, facilitated, and moderated classroom discussions.
- Planned, evaluated, and revised curricula and methods of instruction.
- Maintained accurate and complete student records as required by law and school district policies
- Selected and obtained materials and supplies (e.g. textbooks)
- Used Technology Creative Suite 6 for Digital Media Class.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior in order to maintain order among students
- Observed and evaluated students' performance, behavior, social development, and physical health
Public Affairs Specialist
California & Texas Army National Guard
Los Alamitos, CA
09.2008 - 01.2024
- Interfaced and communicated with top ranking officers and senior enlisted
- Published over 16 articles while deployed in Iraq during Operation New Dawn in 2011
- Publications include Soldier of Fortune website and Armed Forces Radio and Television Network (AFN)
- Interviewed and photographed Soldiers in the field while performing missions for the National Guard.
- Articles included Wildfire containment training, Special Forces rescue missions during natural disasters and change of command ceremonies
- Developed, wrote, and edited a variety of print and electronically-based communication materials
- Designed and laid out press releases, posters, banners, flyers, newsletters and web-based media
Corrections Officer
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
Lancaster, CA
01.2008 - 01.2013
- Guarded inmates in penal or rehabilitative institutions in accordance with regulations and procedures
- Guarded prisoners in transit between jail, courtroom, and prison.
- Monitored conduct of prisoners in housing unit and during work and recreational activities
- Maintained records on prisoner background and activities
- Employed weapons, handcuffs, and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners
Education
B.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas at Dallas
Public Affirs Specialist - Public Affairs
DINFOS
Ft. Mead, MA12-2009
Skills
- Google Docs, TEAMS and Canvas, Adobe Bridge, Photoshop, In Design, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Social Media
Accomplishments
- Mentored 1 new teachers in instructional and classroom management strategies.
- I was nominated as Recognized Teacher for 2024-2025 TIA
- Team facilitator-had to create curriculum for 2nd semester due to other team members being out and working with two substitutes
- Worked with Advance students and had students recognized for writing project for advance students in district
Certification
- Certified 4-8 Social Studies Composite , Texas Education Agency
- Certified 7-12 Social Studies, Texas Education Agency -
- Certified Peace Officer Standards and Training, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation - 2009
Timeline
Public Affairs Specialist
California & Texas Army National Guard
09.2008 - 01.2024
Corrections Officer
California Department of Corrections & Rehabilitation
01.2008 - 01.2013
Secondary Educator
Duncanville and Magnolia ISD
01.2005
B.A. - Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Texas at Dallas
Public Affirs Specialist - Public Affairs
DINFOS
Section name
- Proficient in social media platforms and strategies
- Software program proficiency in InDesign, Microsoft Publisher, and CS 5.0
- Experience with Photography and photo editing for events and live action events
- Well-versed in public policy and public affairs issues
- Strong copyediting, grammar and style knowledge, including Associated Press style guidelines