Patrick Clarke
Hondo,TX
Summary
Dynamic educational leader with over 20 years in agricultural science. Skilled in implementing safety protocols and mentoring students for FFA events. Committed to fostering a safe, inclusive learning environment while promoting critical thinking and technology integration.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
5
5
Certifications
Work History
Agricultural Science Teacher
Natalia ISD
Natalia, Texas
08.2014 - 07.2025
- Designed lesson plans aligned with state agricultural science standards.
- Implemented hands-on activities for students to practice agricultural techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and curriculum resources.
- Organized field trips to local farms and Universities for experiential learning opportunities.
- Assessed student performance through projects, exams, and practical demonstrations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to students pursuing FFA membership and events.
- Maintained classroom equipment and resources for effective instructional delivery.
- Developed and implemented successful lesson plans covering large range of topics and demonstrated science behind plant growth and how to integrate technology into farming.
- Encouraged critical thinking skills by having students engage in class discussions related to current events in agriculture.
- Assessed student performance through exams and other assignments.
- Integrated new technologies into curriculum delivery when appropriate to enhance educational objectives.
- Incorporated real-world applications into classroom lessons so that students could relate academic content to everyday life situations.
- Counseled students on college and career opportunities in the field of agriculture.
- Instructed classes on safety protocols associated with working in welding shop or utilizing laboratory equipment.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay abreast of advances in the field of agriscience education.
- Created a safe learning environment where all students felt respected and valued regardless of their background or experience level with the subject matter.
- Served as advisor for FFA competitions such as Ag. Mechanics, land, and range judging, or public speaking contests..
Agricultural Science Teacher
Medina Valley ISD
Castroville, Texas
07.2008 - 06.2014
- Designed lesson plans aligned with state agricultural science standards.
- Implemented hands-on activities for students to practice agricultural techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary projects and curriculum resources.
- Assessed student performance through projects, exams, and practical demonstrations.
- Provided mentorship and guidance to students pursuing FFA membership and events.
- Instructed classes on safety protocols associated with working on farms or utilizing laboratory equipment.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay abreast of advances in the field of agriscience education.
- Created a safe learning environment where all students felt respected and valued regardless of their background or experience level with the subject matter.
- Provided students with the knowledge to make informed decisions about agriculture-related issues.
Agricultural Science Teacher
Natalia ISD
Natalia, Texas
08.1995 - 06.2008
- Designed lesson plans aligned with state agricultural science standards.
- Implemented hands-on activities for students to practice agricultural techniques.
- Organized field trips to local farms for experiential learning opportunities.
- Assessed student performance through projects, exams, and practical demonstrations.
- Maintained classroom equipment and resources for effective instructional delivery.
- Integrated new technologies into curriculum delivery when appropriate to enhance educational objectives.
- Incorporated real-world applications into classroom lessons so that students could relate academic content to everyday life situations.
- Counseled students on college and career opportunities in the field of agriculture.
- Advised student organizations related to agricultural sciences such as Future Farmers of America.
- Instructed classes on safety protocols associated with working on farms or utilizing laboratory equipment.
- Attended professional development workshops to stay abreast of advances in the field of agriscience education.
- Created a safe learning environment where all students felt respected and valued regardless of their background or experience level with the subject matter.
- Served as advisor for FFA competitions such as livestock judging or public speaking contests.
Millwright/Valve Repair
U.S. Contractors
Point Comfort, TX
04.1994 - 08.1995
- Installed and repaired machinery to ensure optimal operational efficiency.
- Conducted preventative maintenance on equipment to minimize downtime.
- Operated hand tools and machinery for assembly and repair tasks.
- Collaborated with teams to troubleshoot mechanical issues and implement solutions.
- Maintained accurate records of maintenance activities and repairs performed.
- Inspected equipment for safety compliance and operational readiness.
- Aligned motors, pumps, gearboxes, conveyors and other mechanical systems.
- Repaired broken or worn parts by welding, grinding, machining or fabricating replacement parts as needed.
- Maintained clean and environmentally safe work area.
- Ensured safety regulations were followed while performing tasks.
- Ran tests on newly installed machines to verify their optimal functioning.
- Read diagrams and schematic drawings to determine work procedures.
- Signaled crane operator to lower basic assembly units to bedplate and aligned unit to centerline.
- Lubricated moving parts of machinery at regular intervals to prevent breakdowns.
- Inspected and tested all machinery components to ensure proper functionality.
- Dismantled machines, categorized parts by carefully documenting components and moved equipment into storage.
Welder/Pipefitter
Mundy Contract Maintenance
Bishop, Texas
01.1994 - 04.1994
- Interpreted blueprints to determine project specifications and requirements.
- Inspected welds for quality and compliance with safety standards.
- Operated welding equipment and tools to complete projects efficiently.
- Collaborated with team members to ensure timely project completion.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area for safety compliance.
- Maintained a clean working environment by removing scrap metal from work areas.
- Repaired broken or cracked parts using cutting torches and welding equipment.
- Read blueprints, drawings related to projects in order to determine proper dimensions of components being fabricated, welded together.
- Used welding skills to help repair and maintain heavy-duty machinery.
- Gathered required materials for each project in order to meet production deadlines.
- Followed safety guidelines through proper machine guarding and lockout and tagout procedures.
- Fabricated and welded components to assemble structural forms, such as machinery frames, tanks, pressure vessels, and furnace shells.
- Scraped off excess spatter using portable grinders and arc-cutting equipment.
- Laid out, positioned, aligned and secured parts and assemblies with straightedges, squares and calipers.
- Adjusted settings on machines such as current level so it matches the specifications outlined in blueprints and drawings.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Texas A&I University
Kingsville, TX05-1989
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Agricultural techniques
- Student assessment
- Technology integration
- Safety protocols
- Welding
- Electrical Wiring
- Plumbing
- Equipment Operator
Certification
Intro to Chemical Process Operations
Timeline
Agricultural Science Teacher
Natalia ISD
08.2014 - 07.2025
Agricultural Science Teacher
Medina Valley ISD
07.2008 - 06.2014
Agricultural Science Teacher
Natalia ISD
08.1995 - 06.2008
Millwright/Valve Repair
U.S. Contractors
04.1994 - 08.1995
Welder/Pipefitter
Mundy Contract Maintenance
01.1994 - 04.1994
Bachelor of Science - Agricultural Education
Texas A&I University