Private Contractor

Dear Academic Professional:

It is with great excitement that I am applying for the position of Educational Instruction. For the past several years, I have been developing my teaching abilities through strategic education combined with positions interacting with children in educational environments. 

A resume detailing my qualifications and background is offered with this letter.  As you will see, I have dedicated myself to developing the interest of young people in history and core skills. 

A sampling of my attributes includes:

            -           Adept at encouragement and drawing out the best in people

            -           Ability to recognize and nurture the strengths of others

            -           Recognized as someone who cares about the future of others

            -           Very reliable, patient, and open minded to new ideas

As a highly motivated person, I am eager to expand my capabilities within an educational environment, and strive toward ever higher levels of achievement.

Thank you for your time and consideration.  I am happy to make myself available for an interview at your convenience.

Sincerely,

Daniel Bryan Else

Daniel Bryan Else

24829 Oak Street, Lomita, CA 90717

(310) 413-3885

Goal: Education and Instruction

Professional summary

Very active in educational and volunteer activities with experience relating to youths of all ages, cultures and economic backgrounds.  Strengths in life experiences and academia with passion for education and literacy development in teaching arena.  Vigorous aspiration to pass knowledge to students through effective teaching methods and theory.

Professional development

Argosy University, Santa Ana, CA

Educational Doctoral in Educational Instruction anticipated 06/10

Awarded scholarship (partial)

Sample of classes:  Advanced Course in Curriculum & Instruction; Theory & Development of Multiple Intelligence; Curriculum Design; Multicultural Education; Organizational Development; Critical Analysis of Problems & Issues in Education

California State University Long Beach

Master of Arts in Education (cum laude) Option in Social and Multicultural Foundations, 2004

Sample of classes:  Theoretical Foundations of Language Minority Education; Intro to Educational Measurement & Statistics; Comparative & International Education; Sociological Foundations of Education; Intellectual Foundations of Education Reforms; Social & Cultural Diversity; Education Across Cultures; Qualitative Research Methods in Education; Politics of Education

Bachelor of Arts in History, 2002

Member of Dean's List, 2001, 2002

Sample of classes:  Creative Writing; Early American Culture; Jazz-An American Music; American Literature; History of Women in US; American Novel & Film; American Cultural History; American Religious Experience; US Labor & Working Class; US History through Reconstruction; History of Mexico; California History; Women in History of US Film; Intro to Psychology; World History from 1500; Methodology of History; Film & Culture; Theory & History; Religious Studies; Geology; Modern Russia; Early Latin America; Latin American Nations

Los Angeles Harbor College

Associate of Arts with emphasis in History, 1999

Highlights

            "Mr. Else has demonstrated his ability to apply various aspects of curriculum design, instructional delivery, evaluation strategies, and overall, manage planning of curriculum and instruction in this chosen discipline," Raghu P. Mathur, Argosy University

            "...effectively communicated his ideas for creating a diverse educational environment," Reza Azarmsa, Instructor, Argosy University

           "His contributions as a critical thinker have added immeasurable depth and breadth...." "most rare of students, embarks on intellectual pursuits for their own sake.... helps to raise the bar of his peers." Elaine Haglund, Ph.D., CSULB

            "Your thesis has given me many ideas of what we can do at the Railroad Museum in the future."  Susie Dever, Councilmember, City of Lomita

Experience:

Victorville International University, Victorville, CA, 1/10- Faculty (online), College of Education,  Foundation courses: The sociology of education,  politics and philosophy of education,  Cultural and multicultural educational studies, Teaching and learning, Educational Leadership courses: Instructional leadership in schools, Schools improvement implantation, Leadership in teaching

Gateway Academy, Torrance, CA, 7/09-12/01 Teach SAT prep classes for college bound students (11-12) Using Princeton Review and Barron’s publications as guidelines, explain proper testing techniques regarding SAT preparation with in-class activities of essay writing, grammatical exercises, and analysis of reading passages.

Beyond Education (West California Art Academy), Alhambra, CA, 6/09-9/09

Teacher-Instructor, instruction in reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary, testing and assessments, grades: elementary and middle school (grades 3 through 8) Language Arts, English, and Social Science

Oxford Institute Academy, Rancho Palos Verdes, CA, 5/04 – 2/09

Instructor and Tutor, Social Science and Language Arts, after school Learning Program (5-12) Interview new students and develop lesson plans (quarters and semesters) based on each student’s academic level of need in areas of grammar, vocabulary, spelling, reading and writing composition, literature, government, geography, ancient history, US history, economic history, and social sciences.

Develop structured learning in accordance with the private and public school classrooms of students to enhance skills in each subject matter listed previously.  Using teaching methods of lecture, media, handouts, group discussion, and testing. 

Teach SAT prep classes for college bound students (11-12).  Using Princeton Review and Barrons publications as guidelines, explain proper testing techniques regarding SAT preparation with in-class activities of essay writing, grammatical exercises, and analysis of reading passages.

City of Lomita, 11/99 - 8/04

Educational Instructor, History of the West and Railroads

Taught primary school children groups (ages 10 plus) about United States and California History in relation to the industrial revolution and its impact on railroads (1850-1900).

Often worked with team member to visit Kiwanis Club, YMCA, historical societies, and libraries to conduct historical presentations about US and California History related to railroads.

Provided leadership and management of railroad museum establishment.  Coordinated tours, learning and fund-raising events, and fairs.  Trained volunteers in docent activities and taught presentation skills and verbiage.  Supervised acquisitions and maintenance of historical documents.

Conducted guided tours to foreign visitors and dignitaries, community leaders, teachers, senior citizens, and physically challenged students.

State University Long Beach

Assistant, Disabled Student Services, 2001 - 2002

On-call for note taking to assist physically challenged student’s record information during lectures in the classroom and write homework assignments.  Translated assigned textbooks onto audio tapes to assist visually impaired students with studies (Humanities, History, English, and Communication).

Receptionist, Art Museum, 1/97 - 12/98

Communicated with students, faculty, visiting dignitaries, and general public.  Scheduled appointments for visiting artists.  Assisted with set-up of art exhibits.  Provided information over the telephone and to visitors.  Maintained files of art history documents.

Extracurricular Activities:

Saint Peter and Paul Church, Wilmington, CA, 2009

Volunteer. Data process and paperwork relating to church activities and events, tutor reading and writing for students

Goodwill Industries, Lomita, CA, 2009

Volunteer. Sort and categorize items that have been donated. Help with store activities and will sales.

Towne Avenue Elementary School, Carson, CA, 2001 - 2002

Volunteer.  Worked with teams to remove graffiti and to keep a clean, safe playground.

Wilmington Boys and Girls Club, Wilmington, CA, 1994 - 2002

Volunteer.  Tutor and mentor for children (ages 10 plus) during after school program.  Utilized skills in building to help construct a new playground.

Wilmington Library, Wilmington, CA, 1992

Volunteer.  Read to children (ages 10 plus) during Literacy Program.  Categorized library books.

Professional References:

Dina Brown, Ed.D.                                                     Dr. Elaine Haglund, PhD

Professor, Chair, Graduate Program                           Professor, Educational Psychology
School of Education                                                   California State University, Long Beach

Argosy University, Orange County                            1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA
Tel: (714) 338-6258,                                                   90840, Tel: (562) 985-5727                           

Email: dsbrown@argosy.edu                                     Email: ehaglund@csulb.edu                                                                                      

Dr. Zeus Leonardo, PhD                                            Dr. Reza Azarmsa, Ed.D

Associate Professor,                                                    Professor, Graduate School of  Education

Graduate School of Education,                                  Argosy University, Orange County,

Language and Literacy, Society and Culture             601 South Lewis St. Orange, CA, 92868

University of California at Berkeley.                          Tel: (707) 822-5475,

Office: 5631 Tolman Hall                                           Email: azarmsa@humboldt@edu.com

Phone: 510-643-3004

Email: zeusleonardo@berkeley.edu

Dr. Felipe Golez, PhD                                                            Joy Fisher, Chair of Counseling Dept.

Professor, Chair, School of Education                       Los Angeles Harbor College, 1111

California State University, Long Beach,                   Figueroa Place, Wilmington, CA, 90744

CA, 1250 Bellflower Blvd, Long Beach, CA                        Tel: (310) 233-4000

Tel: (562) 985-8792, Email: fgolez@csulb.edu          Email : fisherip@lahc.edu