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Making this world a better place

Innovator. Educator. Artist. Musician. Scientist. Environmentalist. It is impossible for me to sum myself up with a flurry of keyboard strokes, though I can demonstrate my reliability and potential with my first year out of college as a first-time teacher. Teaching K-8 at the highest level of private institution, I was charged with creating curriculum from the ground up based on my ranged knowledge (from minimal to quite extensive in most cases) of a multitude of softwares and technologies. Added to a crash-course introduction to classroom management for every age up until high school,  I have created a mighty foundation of science, curiosity, and project-based learning. Whether fabricating Remote Operated Vehicles and skyping in with scientists / ROV operators aboard R/V Nautilus, or 3D-Printing cross-curricular projects, my versatility landed me the opportunity to raise money for the technology program at the yearly auction. I raised $71,600. With a raise and the new title of Associate Director, I head into next year confident and willing to be snatched up by a more promising opportunity.

Clearwater, FL
• Head of the Fabrication Lab - recognized by MIT standards - use of the Zing Laser Cutter, MakerBot Replicator+, Carbide CNC Machine, Silhouette Cameo Vinyl Cutter, and all manner of woodworking, electronics, & fabrication tools to provide engaging curriculum from the ground, up for 6th-8th Grade Signature Programs. Control of +$55,000 budget. 
- Programs Include: CAD, 3D Printing, Photography, Webpage Design, Competition Robotics, 7th/8th Grade Robotics, and 6th Grade Tech: ROV Fabrication
• Design and implementation of curriculum for 6th Grade Marine Science (Biological, chemical, physical, and geological oceanography + deep water exploration technology & fabrication

Innovation and Exploration Teacher, Saint Paul's - Clearwater's Independent School, Clearwater, FL	08/2018 - 08/2019
• Head of the Fabrication Lab (same as above)
• Design and implementation of curriculum for 2nd - 5th Grade technology & innovation students.
- Lessons Include: Robotics & coding, Digital Citizenship, electronics & circuitry, astrophysics, music production in Garage Band, fabrication, geology, and basic skills in Google Suites, Microsoft Office, iPads & Apple Products, as well as Adobe Office
• Experienced aftercare with pre-K through 2nd Grade Students: LEGO Builder's Club
• Experienced ukulele curriculum creation for after-school lessons
• Outdoor Education, Leadership, and Professional Development skills were built upon over a 6-day backpacking excursion with Outward Bound North Carolina in the Blue Ridge Mountains

Associate Director of Innovation and Exploration, Saint Paul's

I write, record, mix, master, produce, and distribute my own original music through major streaming services including Spotify, Shazam, AppleMusic, YouTube, SoundCloud, etc. (via CDBaby.com)

Producer, Manager, & Musician: The Humgrumbler

Provided customer service at the front desk, while creating a fun and safe atmosphere for new and seasoned climbers alike while monitoring the gym.

Rock Climbing Gym Staff

02/2018 - 05/2018
• Assisted instructor of Geological Oceanography with the setup, management, and cleanup of laboratory   activities, field trips and lab practical exams. Also, assisted students during lab by providing materials, answering questions and clarifying procedures

Marine Science Lab Assistant, Geological Oceanography

• Collected field data spanning all beaches in Pinellas County, FL including: GPS, beach width (using laser rangefinder), infrastructure / coastal armoring, and other data related to management of beaches in the county
• Compiled data and interpreted findings for a research report at the conclusion of the course

Student Researcher, Research in Coastal Management

• Serving alcoholic beverages and other food and drink to members of Clubcorp's Treesdale Country Club
• Selected by a club member for a special event due to "amiability and professionalism"

Cabana Bartender / Server, Treesdale Country Club

• Scheduled/organized all evening events, served as a mentor to four campers at a time, and aided in rock climbing, hiking, mountain biking, paddle boarding, archery, and woodworking instruction
• Training for this position involved a 10-day intensive program including: CPR/AED, NOLS Wilderness First Aid, child psychology (lecturer - Bob Ditter, award winning child psychologist), risk management / emergency preparedness, abuse prevention, medication management / administration, and mandated reporting

Camp Counselor

, chlorophyll, phosphates, nitrates
• Worked aboard FIO research vessel R.V. Hogarth sampling in Tampa Bay

Student Researcher, Eckerd College Dolphin Project, St. Petersburg, FL	09/2014 - 06/2015
• Received Eckerd College Freshman Research Grant
• Collected field data on research cruises including: weather/ocean conditions, population, GPS, social behaviors, photographic identification, and subsurface acoustics via hydrophone
• Analyzed photographic identification, autonomous acoustic recording data, population modeling, and digital image recognition in the lab to determine trends in population size and behavior relating to infrastructure development and boater traffic
• Participated in the Eckerd College Student Research Symposium by presenting findings via poster board presentation

Student Researcher, Eckerd College Dolphin Project

Worked closely with teachers, parents, and professionals in a variety of activities ranging from reptile / amphibian biology classes to parkour instruction

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William Vennes

Eckerd College