Another Application
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livingdebI'm applying for the job I found yesterday. If you want to look at the draft resume and cover letter,
First, here are the responsibilities:
Dear Hiring Committee:
I was happy to find your job posting for an Education Specialist, Mathematics Curriculum. I would love to get closely involved with curriculum content again.
I have a broad background in education and administrative services which should make me a very good candidate for this position. I have worked with mathematics content as a scorer of teacher certification tests and as a TA and tutor for elementary college-level statistics. I have assisted with developing instructional materials as a typist for professors of zoology and as a teacher's aide. I have integrated and aligned requirements with activities as a camp counselor (awarding swim cards and badges).
In my current position, I serve as a liaison between programmers and clients for a computerized degree audit system. I provide training on using the system to interpret degree progress to clients in departments across campus and in coding requirements for new programs to clients in different colleges. I also help with troubleshooting. I have integrated technology into instruction by providing online training materials.
I have been keeping current with trends in technology and education via my memberships in the Texas Distance Learning Association and the Association for Educational Communications and Technology.
I look forward to learning more about this position.
Sincerely, etc.
MY NAME
My address
My e-mail
My phone number
Education
Texas teacher certification, secondary mathematics, psychology, and social studies composite
Master of Arts, sociology, University of Texas at Austin, 1988
Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, psychology, Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts, 1984
Relevant Experience
Information Specialist/Analyst, UT Office of the Registrar, Austin, Texas, 12/18/00 - present
*Maintain degree audit system using course schedule information, course inventory updates, extension course listings, program changes and additions, and user information
* Revamp and document maintenance procedures for increased accuracy
* Provide training for staff members, including advisers in colleges and graduate departments, in the use of the degree audit system
* Create Web site for training and documentation materials
* Update, rewrite, and expand training outlines and system documentation for users and format for use on the Web
* Answer questions and troubleshoot for student and staff users
* Assist with testing of improvements and expansion of the system
* Provide up-to-date information to users regarding developments of the system and related initiatives at the university and system level.
* Meet with staff of related areas about policies and systems related to degree audit
Scorer, National Evaluations Systems, Austin, Texas, 3/95 – 4/06 (3 - 6 days/year)
* Holistically scored essay questions on tests for teacher certification in math and social studies
* Evaluated questions for math and behavioral science tests
* Wrote sample answers for certification test guidebook (once)
Research Specialist, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Austin, Texas, 2/00 – 12/00
* Collected, analyzed, evaluated, and reported data on county probation programs in the state
* Edited and co-wrote survey instruments, summary reports, and a research paper
* Verified data over the telephone
* Provided information and assistance to county personnel (including walking them through complicated forms and calculations) over the telephone
Technical Typist, School of Biological Sciences, Austin, Texas, 12/89 – 2/00
* Prioritized and organized work from professors of zoology
* Typed, edited, formatted, and proofread grant proposals, manuscripts, class materials, correspondence, reports, and other materials
* Provided editorial suggestions, including substantial rewrites, for materials targeted to a lay audience
* Created, designed, and developed departmental and section Web pages
Instructor, Sylvan Learning Centers; Duluth Georgia, Dallas Texas, and Austin Texas; 1/89 – 12/90 (part-time)
* Tutored K-12 students in math, reading, writing, and study skills in a 3-to-1 student-teacher ratio
* Helped test students and maintain files
Tutor, UT Learning (Skills) Center, Austin, Texas, 9/87 – 8/88
* Taught introductory statistics and its applications in psychology, education, and business
Teaching Assistant, UT Department of Sociology, Austin, Texas, 9/86 – 5/87
* Assisted professors of statistics and introductory sociology
* Helped write and administer tests
* Taught weekly statistics "lab" (review) sessions and tutored students during office hours
* Evaluated student work and kept records of student assignments
Outdoor Program Director, San Jacinto Girl Scouts, Conroe, Texas, 6/85 – 8/85
* Supervised assistant, facilitating hiking, archery, cookouts and primitive camping activities
* Trained counselors in outdoor and first aid skills
* Taught swimming and canoeing with waterfront staff
* Organized camp-wide events with assistant
Teachers' Aide, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Carrollton and Farmers Branch, Texas, 11/84 – 5/85
* Served five teachers in three middle schools in administering gifted and talented program
* Wrote, designed, and prepared instructional materials
* Reviewed student records to assess eligibility for program
* Evaluated educational computer programs
Head Counselor, San Jacinto Girl Scouts, Conroe, Texas, 6/84 – 8/84
* Supervised two to four assistants, collaborating to lead groups at an overnight camp
* Directed campers in deciding on activities and assigned responsibilities to staff
* Coordinated activities with other counselors and program staff
* Advised campers with issues such as safety, homesickness, fear of spiders, getting along with other campers, and having fun
Honors and Awards
Merit Raises, 1990 – 1999, 2004 – 2006
College of Natural Sciences Recognition of Excellence, 1995
Professional Organizations
Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT), 10/13/05 – present
Texas Distance Learning Association, 3/06 – present
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1991 – 1993
UT Austin's Academic Counselors Association (ACA), 2000 – present
UT Austin's Association of Professionals in Student Affairs (APSA), 2000 – present
That resume needs some cutting, I know. But I'm tired of it for today. All suggestions appreciated.
Blog entry of the day - From the Wardrobe Refashion site, another person's reaction to the movie "300". "I don't have a brayer, so I painted the stamp with fabric paint. Because I'm lazy, I only did this every 3 or 4 impressions, so the leaves are greatly varied in intensity. I'm going to go ahead and pretend this was intentional!" Heh heh, are you wondering what printing fabric has to do with a war movie? All is explained, my friend.
First, here are the responsibilities:
* Serve as representative of the Center, displaying courtesy, tact, consideration and discretion in all interactions with other members of the educational community and with the public.
* Provide professional development for RESC XIII clients in implementation of TEKS and strategies for success on TAKS, focusing on Mathematics curriculum, curriculum alignment, and data analysis.
* Assist ESC staff with delivery of curriculum and instruction via technology, in the CSCOPE curriculum system.
* Develop instructional products and online courses to support the mathematics curriculum
* Provide up-to-date information to local personnel regarding developments, initiatives, and priorities at the federal, TEA, and RESC XIII levels.
* Assist and support local district personnel in addressing the improvement of student performance and other identified district campus needs.
* Maintain accurate and timely contracts with clients.
* Perform other duties as assigned.
* Develop a regional, state and national Mathematics network and stay current with curriculum trends, instruction, technology, assessment, and school systems.
Dear Hiring Committee:
I was happy to find your job posting for an Education Specialist, Mathematics Curriculum. I would love to get closely involved with curriculum content again.
I have a broad background in education and administrative services which should make me a very good candidate for this position. I have worked with mathematics content as a scorer of teacher certification tests and as a TA and tutor for elementary college-level statistics. I have assisted with developing instructional materials as a typist for professors of zoology and as a teacher's aide. I have integrated and aligned requirements with activities as a camp counselor (awarding swim cards and badges).
In my current position, I serve as a liaison between programmers and clients for a computerized degree audit system. I provide training on using the system to interpret degree progress to clients in departments across campus and in coding requirements for new programs to clients in different colleges. I also help with troubleshooting. I have integrated technology into instruction by providing online training materials.
I have been keeping current with trends in technology and education via my memberships in the Texas Distance Learning Association and the Association for Educational Communications and Technology.
I look forward to learning more about this position.
Sincerely, etc.
MY NAME
My address
My e-mail
My phone number
Education
Texas teacher certification, secondary mathematics, psychology, and social studies composite
Master of Arts, sociology, University of Texas at Austin, 1988
Bachelor of Arts, cum laude, psychology, Brandeis University, Waltham, Massachusetts, 1984
Relevant Experience
Information Specialist/Analyst, UT Office of the Registrar, Austin, Texas, 12/18/00 - present
*Maintain degree audit system using course schedule information, course inventory updates, extension course listings, program changes and additions, and user information
* Revamp and document maintenance procedures for increased accuracy
* Provide training for staff members, including advisers in colleges and graduate departments, in the use of the degree audit system
* Create Web site for training and documentation materials
* Update, rewrite, and expand training outlines and system documentation for users and format for use on the Web
* Answer questions and troubleshoot for student and staff users
* Assist with testing of improvements and expansion of the system
* Provide up-to-date information to users regarding developments of the system and related initiatives at the university and system level.
* Meet with staff of related areas about policies and systems related to degree audit
Scorer, National Evaluations Systems, Austin, Texas, 3/95 – 4/06 (3 - 6 days/year)
* Holistically scored essay questions on tests for teacher certification in math and social studies
* Evaluated questions for math and behavioral science tests
* Wrote sample answers for certification test guidebook (once)
Research Specialist, Texas Department of Criminal Justice, Austin, Texas, 2/00 – 12/00
* Collected, analyzed, evaluated, and reported data on county probation programs in the state
* Edited and co-wrote survey instruments, summary reports, and a research paper
* Verified data over the telephone
* Provided information and assistance to county personnel (including walking them through complicated forms and calculations) over the telephone
Technical Typist, School of Biological Sciences, Austin, Texas, 12/89 – 2/00
* Prioritized and organized work from professors of zoology
* Typed, edited, formatted, and proofread grant proposals, manuscripts, class materials, correspondence, reports, and other materials
* Provided editorial suggestions, including substantial rewrites, for materials targeted to a lay audience
* Created, designed, and developed departmental and section Web pages
Instructor, Sylvan Learning Centers; Duluth Georgia, Dallas Texas, and Austin Texas; 1/89 – 12/90 (part-time)
* Tutored K-12 students in math, reading, writing, and study skills in a 3-to-1 student-teacher ratio
* Helped test students and maintain files
Tutor, UT Learning (Skills) Center, Austin, Texas, 9/87 – 8/88
* Taught introductory statistics and its applications in psychology, education, and business
Teaching Assistant, UT Department of Sociology, Austin, Texas, 9/86 – 5/87
* Assisted professors of statistics and introductory sociology
* Helped write and administer tests
* Taught weekly statistics "lab" (review) sessions and tutored students during office hours
* Evaluated student work and kept records of student assignments
Outdoor Program Director, San Jacinto Girl Scouts, Conroe, Texas, 6/85 – 8/85
* Supervised assistant, facilitating hiking, archery, cookouts and primitive camping activities
* Trained counselors in outdoor and first aid skills
* Taught swimming and canoeing with waterfront staff
* Organized camp-wide events with assistant
Teachers' Aide, Carrollton-Farmers Branch ISD, Carrollton and Farmers Branch, Texas, 11/84 – 5/85
* Served five teachers in three middle schools in administering gifted and talented program
* Wrote, designed, and prepared instructional materials
* Reviewed student records to assess eligibility for program
* Evaluated educational computer programs
Head Counselor, San Jacinto Girl Scouts, Conroe, Texas, 6/84 – 8/84
* Supervised two to four assistants, collaborating to lead groups at an overnight camp
* Directed campers in deciding on activities and assigned responsibilities to staff
* Coordinated activities with other counselors and program staff
* Advised campers with issues such as safety, homesickness, fear of spiders, getting along with other campers, and having fun
Honors and Awards
Merit Raises, 1990 – 1999, 2004 – 2006
College of Natural Sciences Recognition of Excellence, 1995
Professional Organizations
Association for Educational Communications and Technology (AECT), 10/13/05 – present
Texas Distance Learning Association, 3/06 – present
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics, 1991 – 1993
UT Austin's Academic Counselors Association (ACA), 2000 – present
UT Austin's Association of Professionals in Student Affairs (APSA), 2000 – present
That resume needs some cutting, I know. But I'm tired of it for today. All suggestions appreciated.
Blog entry of the day - From the Wardrobe Refashion site, another person's reaction to the movie "300". "I don't have a brayer, so I painted the stamp with fabric paint. Because I'm lazy, I only did this every 3 or 4 impressions, so the leaves are greatly varied in intensity. I'm going to go ahead and pretend this was intentional!" Heh heh, are you wondering what printing fabric has to do with a war movie? All is explained, my friend.