Golf, Drones, & competitive sports
Earl Park
Computer Science & Technology Teachers/ Vice Principal
Palisades Park,NJ
Summary
Dynamic Computer Science Teacher with strong background in teaching complex technology in digestible terms. Highly adept at breaking down instructional steps and providing simple analogies to foster comprehension. Talented at monitoring student growth and offering motivating guidance to struggling students.
Using technology, creativity, and innovation, I strive to contribute new innovative ways to better educational learning for my students. During my experiences with different roles in various institutions, I’ve supervised numerous academic and performance evaluations for teachers and coordinated a great deal of professional development workshops such as Google suite, management software such as ALMA, PowerSchool, and new technology integration. The most important teaching philosophies that I value are engagement and using technology in the classroom effectively.
Currently, I teach IT (Information Technology), Computer Science (Java, Python, JavaScript), and AP classes to Middle and High School students. For IT, Yearly plans and lessons are in line with ISTE & CSTA standards). For Computer Science and AP Computer Science Principles, the languages that I teach are Python, JavaScript, and JAVA. Additionally, I teach Drone enrichment (STEM) where they build drones from scratch (how to build, solder PCB’s, calibrate, program, and fly) as an enrichment. As a co-curricular and to find a common ground with students, I teach Google related platforms, participate in Google Science Fairs, and computer programming competitions. One of the strongest attributes I bring to any job is my ability to communicate effectively with a variety of people. I am a team player with varying skill levels and my firm commitment is to my work. Additionally, I thrive to be a motivating and encouraging educator with excellent knowledge of computer hardware and software and solid program presentation skills. Well-versed in developing course syllabus and implementing new technologies into teaching. Focused on emphasizing the importance of web etiquette and vital professional technology practices to prepare students in different types STEM related industries. I would welcome the opportunity of a personal interview to discuss how my background and experience could benefit your school and look forward to hearing from you soon.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Computer Science Teacher - Vice Principal
Seoul International Academy - Upper Division
Seoul, South Korea
08.2021 - Current
- Delivered engaging curriculum through diverse methods of classroom instruction, computer lab activities and online learning systems.
- Tested and evaluated student progress to determine effectiveness and impact of teaching methods, materials and projects.
- Teaching AP Java, JavaScript, HTML, Drone co-curricular, & Information Technology to MS & HS students.
- AP coordinator
- Facilitate and coordinate curriculum, schedules, exams, staff development, discipline, evaluations, assemblies, and overall organizational structure of school.
- Conduct meetings with parents, interview students, and interact with the administration, principal, and teachers to facilitate proper school procedures and policies.
Computer Science Teacher
Middle & High School, International School – BC
Seoul
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Taught (Informational Technology) Computer Science, AP Computer Science Principles to international high school students
- Led the implementation of Google suite, ALMA, PowerSchool, MAP testing, and other platforms for efficiency, collaboration, and implementation
- Held numerous training sessions to faculty on virtual learning environments, SmartBoards, and IT-related education
- Taught Programming (Python, JavaScript, HTML, EXPO, etc.), AP computer science principles, Database Management, Office, Google applications, APPS, Computing Concepts, and STEM education to Middle and High School students
- Developed activities, curriculum, and lessons plans that encourage student engagement through different engaging disciplines
- Introduced Minecraft Education Club, Drone enrichment, and provided new innovative ways of learning through technology.
Management Operator
Chungdahm English Academy Gaepo
Seoul, Korea
11.2016 - 11.2017
- Vice-principal of ChungDahm English Academy in Gaepo-Dong
- I was in charge of running operations for a start-up academy that has been only in service for a period of 1 year
- My primary role was maintaining daily operations, recruiting, teaching from pre-k to 5, sustaining parent-teacher relationships, teacher training, and developing the English academy through structural means from prior experience academically with a business mindset.
- Monitored and evaluated educational programs to maintain high-quality performance objectives and standards.
Management Operator
One by One English Academy
Apgujeong, Seoul South Korea
12.2014 - 11.2016
- Management Operator of One by One Academy in Apgujeong
- I oversaw a staff of 12 teachers and worked directly under the director of the school
- Primarily, I taught 70% of the time and ran operations for roughly 150 students with different time intervals
- I maintained operations, scheduling, R&D, taught teachers, weekly staff meetings, forecasts, and day-to-day operations.
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervisor.
- Created plans and communicated deadlines to ensure projects were completed on time.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
Owner & Operator
Global Transit ATM Inc
Hackensack, NJ
10.2005 - 03.2012
- Used experience from previous company and took the start-up venture to maintain and own 200 ATM locations throughout the 5 boroughs of New York
- Full-Service of ATM’s, Management of 10 employees from Sales to Service Personnel, developed parts and upgrades for ATM companies, and managed rapid deployment of ATM’s
- Developed ADA devices for the hearing and disabled
- The company sold 900 kits for different vendors throughout the United States to support the ADA (American Disabilities Act) implemented by the United States
- Supported project negotiations, managed growth of company and operated an average of 150% profit ratio every sequential year.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Reconciled daily sales, returns and financial reports in QuickBooks.
- Applied performance data to evaluate and improve operations, target current business conditions and forecast needs.
Owner & Operator (Westfield Mall)
Self
Paramus, NJ
10.2008 - 11.2010
- New Startup Venture: Brought a shoe cleaning concept widely growing in Seoul, Korea to the United States
- Brought Shoe Cleaning, Handbag Designer cleaning, cleaning machines, and started a franchise concept in Westfield Garden State Mall
- Franchise Deployment, Sales, developed wholesale routes, and brand marketing
- The company sold a total of 6 franchise stores throughout the New York & New Jersey Area.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Conducted target market research to scope out industry competition and identify advantageous trends.
Marketing Manager & Operator
Inextnet Inc
Manhattan, NY
10.2004 - 09.2007
- Development of Internet Kiosk Machines for 24-hour Laundromats and Coffee stores such as coffee Bean in NYC
- Developed self-sustained kiosks that received cash for prepaid minutes of surfing the internet
- Controlled kiosks through network portals and developed a vending company for kiosks throughout the New York & New Jersey area
- Controlled over 80 locations and sold the company with 150 Kiosks.
- Capitalized on industry and marketplace trends to strategize marketing solutions and enhance business operations.
- Boosted brand awareness and generated leads while managing internal and external marketing campaigns and programs.
Operations Manager
Nextran Industries S
Hackensack, NJ
10.2002 - 10.2004
- Oversaw a 25 person staff in which I maintained day-to-day operations of an ATM manufacturing company
- Handle shipping and receiving, A/R, A/P, corporate development, training, customer relations, and enforce policies and procedures
- Bid on government contracts, negotiated corporate deals, product marketing, and business development
- Also handled and managed several IT-related business ventures.
- Devised processes to boost long-term business success and increase profit levels.
- Established and administered annual budget with controls to prevent overages, minimize burn rate and support sustainability objectives.
- Worked in matrix management environment with oversight of division level managers, operations, sales, finance, human resources, safety and compliance.
Systems Administrator /IT Specialist
Innobeta Systems
Hackensack, NJ
09.2001 - 09.2002
- Managed IT services ranging from printers to servers
- Performed upgrades, maintenance of computers, application updates, maintained access and SQL databases, resolved end-user issues, and multi-tasked IT related issues.
- Created patches and solutions to fix bugs in existing applications.
- Provided comprehensive training to internal and off-site users to optimize systems maintenance and resolve recurring issues.
- Conducted testing and troubleshooting for our in-house software platform remotely and onsite for server sets to maintain operational readiness.
Intern /Programmer
SNS Software
New York, NY
09.2000 - 09.2001
- Completed a technical manual for a financial program called EBS LITE
- Provided technical and on-site support to end-user clients
- Set-up networks, basic coding for visual basic 6.0, and I maintained access databases
- Compiled simple coding of Visual Basic and C++.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Achieved management recognition by designing and implementing special project during internship.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Technology Management
Devry University
Associates in Applied Science Degree in CIS - Computer Information Systems
Devry University
New Brunswick, NJ 07.2000 - 03.2003
Skills
Group and individual instruction
Software training - ALMA, PowerSchool, Organizational Apps, Communication
Coding languages - AP Java, AP Computer Science Principles, JavaScript, Python, Information Technology, APP (EXPO)
Teaching web etiquette - Digital Citizenship
DRONE - Co-curricular ( Building from scratch - PCB boards, soldering, programming, flying, and aviation laws
Certification
Google 1 Educator Certification
Interests
Timeline
Computer Science Teacher - Vice Principal
Seoul International Academy - Upper Division
08.2021 - Current
Computer Science Teacher
Middle & High School, International School – BC
08.2018 - 06.2021
Management Operator
Chungdahm English Academy Gaepo
11.2016 - 11.2017
Management Operator
One by One English Academy
12.2014 - 11.2016
Owner & Operator (Westfield Mall)
Self
10.2008 - 11.2010
Owner & Operator
Global Transit ATM Inc
10.2005 - 03.2012
Marketing Manager & Operator
Inextnet Inc
10.2004 - 09.2007
Operations Manager
Nextran Industries S
10.2002 - 10.2004
Systems Administrator /IT Specialist
Innobeta Systems
09.2001 - 09.2002
Intern /Programmer
SNS Software
09.2000 - 09.2001
Associates in Applied Science Degree in CIS - Computer Information Systems
Devry University
07.2000 - 03.2003
Bachelors of Science - Technology Management
Devry University