elementary (k-6th)
Taught for several years at Elmore County Schools as substitute teacher. Originally majored in elementary education in college. Now have bachelors in computer science, engineering.
Teacher at University of Alabama Continuing Education Department for 5 years.
Tutored math and computer and was a grader while student at University of Alabama 3+ years.
Taught childrens computer courses and wrote courseware for ValCom Computers and Computer Learning Center in Tuscaloosa, AL and Birmigham, AL.
general computer
LEARNING CENTER MANAGER, INSTRUCTOR, Wrote courseware and taught continuing education classes at University of Alabama. Developed courses taught in ValCom computer learning centers nation-wide. Wrote 500 page manuals and trained over a thousand people in database, word processing, spreadsheet and presentation applications. Designer and project manager of Remedy! The Clinic System for doctor’s offices. Developed and sold multi-user, multi-location system for insurance, accounts receivable and billing on 1000’s of personal computers and network systems in over 300 offices.
1997 to Present. Market and continue to develop computer system for record keeping and management for fire departments... Customized software modules include personnel, training, vehicles, inspections, and hydrants on the map, hoses, inventory, purchasing, work orders, incidents and maintenance reports.
1983 Designed a complete, computerized system for school bus shops. Many school systems use this program to run their shops effectively saving time and money. Applications include Personnel, Purchasing, Receiving, Inventory, Parts, Work Orders, Invoicing, Payroll, Trip Permits, Routing, GPS Mapping and more.
Continue to build and repair computer systems: software and hardware, printers, and networks. Certified Computer Systems Expert for Dell and IBM. Develop and test for Microsoft. Acquire and setup PDA’s including synchronization with network servers, Bluetooth, WIFI and modem. Research, trouble shoot, download and update drivers. Publish web pages. Stay current reading, investigating and attending appropriate workshops. Establish, develop and control budget and expenditures. Prepare taxes and financial reports.
1982 to 1997
University of Alabama Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Installed first Intranets in 1980’s setting up servers, using routers, Windows, TCP/IP. Interfaced with computer center and mainframes. Export, import, migrate data and programs from all Operating Systems and hardware platforms since before IBM PC was invented. Provided diagnosis and repair of thousands of Personal Computers and peripherals. Wrote batch files and scripts for seamless operation and coexistence of mainframe & personal computers. Developed 1st ticket sales software for Alabama Football: Networked 1st IBM AT’s, integrating largest available hard disk servers, sharing ticket lists and creating deposits and printing tickets prior to Novell & Windows existence. Customize 1-2-3, Enable, Symphony, Framework, Excel and Access; create forms, designed reports and queries, scripting and macros. Thoroughly tested to verify desired results. Set up local and remote users. Installed and maintained e-mail servers, browsers and all other software. Researched and trained on project management, calendar & scheduling products. Setup automated digital phone system. Streamline databases. Wrote software. Handled sensitive data, installation, service, and performance analysis of network equipment. Ensured working interface and effective performance between applications software, systems software, and installed hardware. Resolve storage space, backup systems, tape drives and memory issues.
Education Bachelor of Science 1986 Computer Science, Engineering University of Alabama
networking (computer)
Continue to build and repair complete networked computer systems: software and hardware, printers, and networks. Certified Computer Systems Expert for Dell and IBM. Develop and test for Microsoft. Acquire and setup PDA’s including synchronization with network servers, Bluetooth, WIFI and modem. Research, trouble shoot, download and update drivers. Publish web pages. Stay current reading, investigating and attending appropriate workshops. Establish, develop and control budget and expenditures. Prepare taxes and financial reports.
2006-2007. State of Alabama Human Resources. Expert with Microsoft Office Professional, Active Directory, Exchange Server and Outlook. Managed user names, network access control, security password assignments, and creation of user groups to grant appropriate access to authorized users. Installed servers, network printers, and dial-up and client workstations. Performed upgrades and maintenance. Installed and managed firewalls, routers, and switches. Proficient with Omni Form, Acrobat, and numerous anti-virus packages including Symantec and Norton. VPN/remote access and control. Troubleshooter, ping and traces. Monitor/ control computer resources such as CPU time, bandwidth, communications speed, and disk space. Documented program updates and patches. Performed disk organization, clean-up and defragmentation. Managed system resources. Supported more than ten different mainframe applications wrote manuals for each. Handled 30 customer calls per day. Developed entire knowledge-base for supporting all applications. Received rave reviews.
1982 to 1997
University of Alabama Department of Intercollegiate Athletics. Installed first Intranets in 1980’s setting up servers, using routers, Windows, TCP/IP. Interfaced with computer center and mainframes. Export, import, migrate data and programs from all Operating Systems and hardware platforms since before IBM PC was invented. Provided diagnosis and repair of thousands of Personal Computers and peripherals. Wrote batch files and scripts for seamless operation and coexistence of mainframe & personal computers. Developed 1st ticket sales software for Alabama Football: Networked 1st IBM AT’s, integrating largest available hard disk servers, sharing ticket lists and creating deposits and printing tickets prior to Novell & Windows existence. Customize 1-2-3, Enable, Symphony, Framework, Excel and Access; create forms, designed reports and queries, scripting and macros. Thoroughly tested to verify desired results. Set up local and remote users. Installed and maintained e-mail servers, browsers and all other software. Researched and trained on project management, calendar & scheduling products. Setup automated digital phone system. Streamline databases. Wrote software. Handled sensitive data, installation, service, and performance analysis of network equipment. Ensured working interface and effective performance between applications software, systems software, and installed hardware. Resolve storage space, backup systems, tape drives and memory issues.
Education Bachelor of Science 1986 Computer Science, Engineering University of Alabama
trombone
I've played trombone from time I was 12 until now (49). First chair first in high school.
Played at Auburn University Marching Band freshman year in college. Made an A in one-on-one credited trombone course.
Played in University of Alabama marching, concert and symphonic bands. First Chair Second for 4 years.
Have experience in directing and teaching.