Reynaldo Garza
Rosenberg,TX
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Automotive Career and Technical Education Instructor
Lamar Consolidated High School
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Planned, developed, and implemented lesson plans that fulfill the requirements of the district's instructional program and show written evidence of preparations as required
- Created a classroom environment conducive to active and successful student learning and appropriate for the physical, social, and emotional development of students
- Established and maintained effective open communication with students, parents, teachers, and administrators; participated in staff professional development activities
- Maintained a current and accurate inventory of all program equipment, tools, and supplies; manage well-organized and safe program facilities
Fifth-Grade Math Teacher
Taylor Ray Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Served as the 5th Grade team grade level chair for 2 years
- Incorporated a variety of instructional strategies, such as clear and accurate visuals and engaging activities to accommodate a variety of learning styles resulting in more interactive and differentiated lessons
- Collaborated with faculty members to review data and develop instructional strategies to address weak objectives
Student Teacher, One Full Year Classroom Experience, Third Grade
Taylor Ray Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
- Incorporated a variety of instructional strategies, such as clear and accurate visuals and engaging activities to accommodate a variety of learning styles resulting in more interactive and differentiated lessons
- Provided small group instruction and individual student support with struggling students to increase student success
- Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff, and students.
Computer Numerical Control Machinist
J.G. Techniques
04.2008 - 08.2016
- Prioritized tasks to meet project deadlines and remained composed in busy work environments to avoid wasted time and effort
- Analyzed job orders and performed necessary calculations and modified existing programs for increased efficiency
- Studied daily blueprints, work instruction, sketches, drawings, and manuals to determine dimensions and tolerances accurately
- Maintained a clean, neat, and well-organized work area to promote productivity, safety, and efficiency.
Automotive Technician
Sterling McCall Toyota
05.1999 - 06.2007
- Diagnose and repair vehicles and document needed repairs
- Use computer diagnostic equipment to identify various types of mechanical and emission-related repairs
- Repair and replace worn parts, such as brakes and suspension systems
- Maintenance, including oil changes, transmission service, coolant service, air filter service, spark plugs, differential service
- Work directly with service advisors to inform customers of needed repairs
- Trained and worked with new hire technicians.
Education
No Degree - Accounting
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT03.2025
Bachelor of Science - Teaching & Learning, EC-6
The University of Houston
Houston, TX05.2020
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology Program
San Jacinto College
Pasadena, TXAutomotive Technology Program
Texas State Technical College
Waco, TX05.1999
Skills
- Active listening skills
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership Qualities
- Attention to Detail
- Operations Support
- Adaptability
Certification
- Pedagogy & Prof. Responsibilities EC-12, 02/28/2026
- Core Subjects EC-6, 02/28/2026
- Brakes Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Engine Performance Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Recertification, 12/31/2028
- Suspension and Steering Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Engine Repair Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Electrical/Electronic Systems Recertification, 12/31/2028
- Heating & Air Conditioning Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Auto Maintenance and Light Repair, 06/30/2028
References
- Allen Wilson, Automotive Instructor, LCHS, (832) 451-0842, adwilson@lcisd.org
- Javier Garza, Shop Foreman, J.G. Techniques, (281) 620-5588, Jgmachineshop@sbcglobal.net
- Albert Maldonado, Team Leader, Sterling McCall Toyota, (832) 455-5846, classickrides@gmail.com
- Raymond Jimenez, Coach, Lamar Soccer Club, (760) 488-0428, djrey760@gmail.com
- John Salas, Coach, Lamar Soccer Club, (713) 882-2374, john.m.salas@gmail.com
Extracurricular Activities
Soccer Coach, Lamar Soccer Club, Richmond, TX, Fall of 2019, Current
Timeline
Automotive Career and Technical Education Instructor
Lamar Consolidated High School
08.2023 - 01.2024
Fifth-Grade Math Teacher
Taylor Ray Elementary
08.2020 - 05.2023
Student Teacher, One Full Year Classroom Experience, Third Grade
Taylor Ray Elementary
08.2019 - 05.2023
Computer Numerical Control Machinist
J.G. Techniques
04.2008 - 08.2016
Automotive Technician
Sterling McCall Toyota
05.1999 - 06.2007
No Degree - Accounting
Western Governors University
Bachelor of Science - Teaching & Learning, EC-6
The University of Houston
Some College (No Degree) - Automotive Technology Program
San Jacinto College
Automotive Technology Program
Texas State Technical College
- Pedagogy & Prof. Responsibilities EC-12, 02/28/2026
- Core Subjects EC-6, 02/28/2026
- Brakes Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Engine Performance Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Automatic Transmission/Transaxle Recertification, 12/31/2028
- Suspension and Steering Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Engine Repair Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Electrical/Electronic Systems Recertification, 12/31/2028
- Heating & Air Conditioning Recertification, 06/30/2028
- Auto Maintenance and Light Repair, 06/30/2028
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