SFC (Ret) Riess Pellegrino
Instructor
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Dynamic JROTC Instructor at Sarasota Military Academy, adept at enhancing cadet performance through tailored mentorship. Successfully boosted program enrollment through community outreach while fostering leadership and discipline. Skilled in weapons handling and drill instruction, committed to continuous improvement and student engagement.
Professional leader with strong background in mentoring and guiding young individuals. Demonstrates exceptional skills in leadership development, curriculum planning, and effective communication. Focused on fostering teamwork and achieving goals, adapting swiftly to changing needs. Known for reliability, integrity, and commitment to positive outcomes.
Willing to go the extra mile in order to help cadets reach their goals for their secondary education and future career.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
JROTC Instructor
Sarasota Military Academy
07.2005 - 04.2025
- Utilized a variety of assessment methods to gauge cadet understanding throughout the year and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Served as a liaison between JROTC program and school administration ensuring smooth integration into overall school culture.
- Contributed to increased JROTC enrollment by promoting the program at school events and community outreach initiatives.
- Evaluated cadet progress regularly, adjusting instructional approaches as needed for maximum results.
- Fostered leadership skills among cadets through targeted instruction and mentorship.
- Developed essential life skills within each student such as discipline, honesty and integrity using relevant examples from personal experience.
- Incorporated hands-on experiences into lessons whenever possible to engage students more deeply in course materials.
- Improved cadet performance by providing individualized attention and guidance.
- Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
- Ensured safety of all participants by strictly adhering to established protocols during drills, physical fitness exercises, and field trips.
- Implemented strategies for continuous improvement of the program by analyzing student performance data and adjusting lesson plans accordingly.
Education
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hillsborough Community College
Tampa, FL05-2011
Skills
- Safety procedures in all cadet activities
- Weapons handling and competitions
- Team coaching in order to provide secondary education in specific activities
- Drill instruction
Affiliations
- American Legion Lifetime Member
- NRA Lifetime Member
Certification
- Safe Sport Certified.
- Certified NRA Level 1 Coach.
Timeline
JROTC Instructor
Sarasota Military Academy
07.2005 - 04.2025
Associate of Arts - General Studies
Hillsborough Community College
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