Rodney Edwards
Vine Grove,KY
Summary
Proficient in over fifteen years of experience consisting of teaching, mentoring, and strong problem-solving abilities. Instructed and trained individuals to develop the skill and technical competency while meeting objectives. I am devoted to achieving success through teamwork at a top tier performance while maintaining a diligent yet morale healthy work environment. Passionate instructor offering several-year background teaching courses to students and soldiers of varying abilities.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Staff Sergeant/Instructor
U.S. Army
09.1997 - 08.2015
- Served as Instructor/Writer for Petroleum Water Department while supervising and training five Non-Commission Officers, and four civilian contractors
- Instructed Initial Entry Training (IET) Soldiers and Advanced Leaders Course (ALC) on the petroleum concepts and multitask operations
- Selected as Platoon Sergeant to organize, manage and account for over one million gallons bulk fuel in of Army’s Engineer Battalion’s mission
- Created a positive learning environment by establishing open communication with students.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Conduct uniform and equipment inspections
- Developed and implemented lesson plans and training classes to instruct students on the principles of first and second level military science courses.
- Collaborated with other instructors on curriculum development projects and interdisciplinary initiatives.
Equipment Operator/ Labor Finders
Labor Finders
09.2015 - 04.2017
- Performed a variety of semi-skilled maintenance work and operates a variety of light and moderately heavy construction
- Loading and unloading building construction supplies
- Participated in the construction of an elementary school while setting up theater lighting systems
- Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, laying, and backfilling.
Quality Assurance Inspector
12.2018 - 02.2019
- Inspected all electrical and audio equipment manufactured by Harman Kardon, ensuring all manufactured products met both industry and federal regulations
- Upheld safety measures to establish the highest level of quality for all different products.
Warehouse Associate/ Red River Science and Technology
Red River Science and Technology
02.2020 - 06.2022
- Inspected, maintained accountability, and recorded shelf-life records of over $3 million worth of perishable/semi-perishable foods in support of U.S
- Received and processed incoming shipments, verifying accuracy of items against purchase orders.
- Assisted in loading finished goods onto delivery vehicles as required.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Business Studies -
Sullivan University
12.2023
Skills
- Supervision
- Instructor/Coach
- Technical competency
- Planning/Execution
- Class Instruction
- Curriculum planning and implementation
- Detailed instruction
- Diverse student populations
- Continuous professional development
Certification
- Army Basic Instructor Course
- Petroleum and Water Specialist Senior Leaders Course
- Demonstrated Senior Logistician
- Blackboard Basic Course
- Contracting Officer Course
Timeline
Warehouse Associate/ Red River Science and Technology
Red River Science and Technology
02.2020 - 06.2022
Quality Assurance Inspector
12.2018 - 02.2019
Equipment Operator/ Labor Finders
Labor Finders
09.2015 - 04.2017
Staff Sergeant/Instructor
U.S. Army
09.1997 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science in Interdisciplinary Business Studies -
Sullivan University