William "Easton" Ford
Pecan Gap,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with experience at , excelling in assembly and production. Proven problem-solver with strong attention to detail, ensuring high-quality standards. Adept at fostering teamwork and collaboration, while effectively managing relationships.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembler
Polara
Greenville, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Assembled components according to specifications, ensuring accuracy and quality standards.
- Operated hand tools and machinery safely, adhering to all safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to meet production goals efficiently.
- Conducted quality checks on finished products to maintain consistency.
CTE AG Teacher
Chapel Hill ISD
Tyler, TX
08.2024 - 07.2025
- Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance student understanding and participation.
- Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Assisted in assessing student progress through regular evaluations and feedback sessions.
- Adapted instructional materials to meet diverse learning needs of students.
Graduate Assistant
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX
09.2023 - 08.2024
- Provide support for the development or completion of scholarly activities/research projects within the College of Agricultural Sciences and Natural Resources as assigned.
- Assist with the research methodology/modeling/design of experiments and collection of data.
- Assist with literature review, data entry, and data compilation as required.
- Assist with submission of abstracts/proposals for regional or national conference presentations as needed.
- Assist with the preparation of presentations at regional or national conferences as needed.
- Attend research presentations as required.
- Assist faculty with the development of manuscripts suitable for submission to research journals.
- Assist faculty with the electronic or mail submission of research articles.
- Assist with research grant proposal development and proposal.
- Assist with any other activities (including departmental activities) within the scope of the research project.
- Attend classes/lectures given by the instructor whom they are assisting.
- Assist with any activities (including departmental activities) related to teaching
- Assist with College activities as requested by the Dean, Department Head, and faculty members.
Twin Oaks Farm Student Worker
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX
01.2022 - 05.2023
- Participate training sessions and meetings as assigned.
- Perform farm related tasks associated with small fruit and vegetable production.
- Operate/maintain tractors, mowers, and other outdoor power equipment.
- Use hand tools for pruning, weeding, mulching, etc.
- Harvest fruits and vegetables and prepare for marketing/distribution.
- Maintain/clean farm kitchen and associated work/storage/display areas.
- . Maintain records and assist with clerical/office tasks, as needed.
- Assist with farm educational/outreach activities.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education
Master of Science - Agriculture
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX08-2026
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness
East Texas A&M University
Commerce, TX05-2023
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Dallas College
Dallas, TX08-2021
High School Diploma -
Cooper HS
Cooper05-2021
Skills
- Assembly and production
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Repetitive work
- Behavior management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Microsoft office
- Data analysis
- Event coordination
- Event planning
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Leadership qualities
- Forklift operator certification
Accomplishments
Alpha Gamma Rho-Beta Lambda
Most Outstanding Member-2023
Texas A&M University-Commerce
Dean’s List- Fall 2022
Cooper FFA
Chapter Star Farmer, 2021
Chapter Star Farmer, 2020
Chapter Degree
Greenhand Degree
Certification
- Forklift Certification, Fusion
- Class C Driver's License, Texas Department of Public Safety
- Physical Science Responsible Conduct of Research Course 1, Citi
- Social and Behavioral Science Responsible Conduct of Research Course 1, Citi
- Feed Yard BQA Certification, Beef Quality Assurance
Timeline
Assembler
Polara
07.2025 - Current
CTE AG Teacher
Chapel Hill ISD
08.2024 - 07.2025
Graduate Assistant
East Texas A&M University
09.2023 - 08.2024
Twin Oaks Farm Student Worker
East Texas A&M University
01.2022 - 05.2023
Master of Science - Agriculture
East Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science - Agribusiness
East Texas A&M University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Dallas College
High School Diploma -
Cooper HS