Max Dooley

• STEM Teacher – Technology, Engineering, Robotics, and Drone Programming
  Morehead High School Eden, NC [1997 - Present]
  
  - Developed and implemented the first Technology Education program at Morehead High School / Rockingham County Schools. This included comprehensive lesson plans covering key STEM topics, including technology integration, engineering principles, robotics design, construction, and autonomous programming.

- Established the first Drone Education piloting program in Rockingham County Schools.
- Developed courses in brief: Fundamentals of Technology, Manufacturing Systems, Communication Systems, Technology, Engineering and Design, Engineering Design, Robotics l&ll, Drone Technologies, and Technology Advanced Studies.
- Established and led school-wide robotics team, mentoring teams that competed at regional, state, and international competitions.
- Designed curriculum for Drone Technology and safety, ensuring students met national standards for drone operation and FAA regulations.
- Championed the integration of cutting-edge technology in the classroom, from 3D printing to coding platforms, to prepare students for future careers.
- Collaborated with colleagues across departments to create interdisciplinary projects, blending technology with science, math, and even the arts.
- Provided individualized support to students, creating an inclusive environment where all learners could thrive in technical disciplines.
- Coordinated industry partnerships and field trips, exposing students to real-world engineering and technology practices.
- Served as a Mentor Teacher for several Beginning Teachers, (BT1, BT2, and BT3).

**Drivers Education Instructor**
[Morehead High School| [Eden, NC] **[2002- 2014]

**Competition Robotics Team Program Coordinator**
[Morehead High School| [Eden, NC] **[2013 - 2023]

- Spearheaded the development of an in-class and extracurricular competitive robotics curriculum for 7th - 12th-grade students, guiding them through the design, construction, and programming of driver-controlled and autonomous robots.
- Organized annual robotics tournaments and in-class challenges, creating opportunities for students to showcase their skills and collaborate with peers.
- Secured grants and funding for the robotics program, acquiring state-of-the-art tools and equipment for students to work with.

**Drone Program Coordinator**
[Morehead High School] | [Eden, NC] **[2020 - Present]**

- Pioneered the Drone Technologies program, teaching students the fundamentals of flight, aerodynamics, drone coding, and navigation.
- Prepared students to earn certifications in drone piloting including the FAA Trust and 14 CFR Part 107 Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Commercial Pilot Certification.
- Exposed students to the pathways to careers in industries such as agriculture, photography, and surveying.

• Taught multiple subjects to students with intellectual or emotional disabilities.
• Taught 13 students across multiple classifications and degrees of special needs.
• Led activities that developed students' physical, emotional, and social growth.
• Redirected students using Positive Behavior Support (PBS).
• Instructed students with physical and cognitive disabilities.
• Conducted assessments of students to determine individual needs.
• Planned daily activities to keep students engaged and on track with learning goals.
• Provided emotional support to students and families.
• Monitored student performance to evaluate effectiveness of instructional strategies.
• Maintained accurate records of student progress and attendance.