Donté Jones

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About

Instructor of the IT Academy program at Dublin’s Emerald Campus. Experienced in providing hands-on authentic learning experiences for all students. Focused on information technology, application development, iterative design, and leadership.

Career Tech & Software Development Educator.

Providing learners with the skills necessary to develop, debug, test, and modify software applications using object-oriented programming languages (OOP).

  • Grades Taught: 10th-12th & Higher Ed.
  • Website: https://www.dublinschools.net/Page/1378
  • Phone: 614.761.5857
  • City: Dublin, Ohio
  • Specialization: Workforce Development & CTE
  • Degree: Masters
  • Email: Jones_Donte@DublinSchools.Net

Career Tech Education Teacher with a background in Educational Technology, Tech Integration, and hardware/ software troubleshooting, device repair, and software development. Proficient with electronic hardware development boards such as Arduino, Raspberry PI, and Micro: Bit. Experience in both Solid and Surface Modeling software such as Solid Works, Fusion 360, Blender, and 3D Printing. Extensive knowledge of SQL Server/ Amazon Web Services, Python, HTML/ CSS, and web development.

Looking forward to bringing creativity, and problem-solving solutions to students. Passionate about creating lifelong learners by providing a safe and supportive environment that fosters collective responsibility for each student’s success.

Skills

Learning is definitely not mere imitation, nor is it the ability to accumulate and regurgitate fixed knowledge. Learning is a constant process of discovery —a process without end. –Bruce Lee

HTML 90%
CSS 80%
Python 75%
Docker 45%
AWS 60%
Creativity 95%
Tech Education 85%
Leadership 80%
Patience 100%
Emotional Intelligence 85%

Resume

Summary

Donté Jones

I take pride in developing creative solutions to solve challenging problems. Solving problems without being restricted to ideas that have been done before and truly innovating. Education environments need more risk takers and diverse thinkers to find fresh perspectives.

  • Emerald Campus Dublin, OH
  • xDonteJonesx@gmail.com

Education

Master of Arts & Education

2018 - 2021

The Ohio State University, Columbus, OH

Master of Educational Studies: Workforce Development & Education

Intensive Pedagogical Training Institute & Industrial Technology Education

2018

OEA, Columbus, OH

Bachelor of Science & Information Technology

2015 - 2017

Wilberforce University, Rochester, NY

Associate of Science & Interactive Multimedia

2000 - 2005

Columbus State Community College, Columbus, OH

Licensure

4 Year Alternative Resident Educator Career Technical Workforce Development

June 2018 - June 2022

Innovative and deadline-driven Graphic Designer with 3+ years of experience designing and developing user-centered digital/print marketing material from initial concept to final, polished deliverable.

  • Business & Information Systems

Apple Certified Mac Technician

August 2009
  • Apple Certified Macintosh Technician (ACMT)
  • Apple Certified Desktop Technician (ACDT)
  • Apple Certified Portable Technician (ACPT)

Ohio Class A Commercial Driver License

August 2005

    Endorsements

  • Double/Tripple Trailers
  • Tank
  • Passenger
  • School Bus
  • Motorcycle

Professional Experience

Career Tech Educator | Software Development

2018 - Present

Dublin City Schools & Tolles Tech, Dublin, OH

Responsible for educating both college and weighted high school credit students in the subjects of programming, object-oriented programming, database administration, Amazon Web Services, and web development.

  • Design, plan, and implement the Computer Science curriculum and lessons.
  • Regularly communicate with Tolles, Dublin City Schools and Columbus State to facilitate records keeping for the District, State, and College mandates.
  • Collaborating with other content area colleagues to enrich student engagement using project-based learning.
  • Establish relationships with local business partners to establish internship opportunities for students.
  • Coordinate with staff, students, and the community to foster an engaging and standard-based learning environment that supported students to become college- and career-ready.

Computer Technician

2008 - 2018

Dublin City Schools, Dublin, OH

Responsible for the daily operation of the district’s computer, data, and telecommunications network and e-mail systems.

  • Communicate with district staff to ensure that appropriate services are available.
  • Collaborate with students and staff to introduce coding and robotics.
  • Implement software solutions to enhance students’ ability to demonstrate content knowledge.
  • Worked with Media Specialist to implement and maintain the district's first Fab Lab.
  • Recommended and consulted with clients on the most appropriate graphic design

Database & Systems Manager

2006 - 2008

Custom Apperal LLC, Columbus, OH

Responsible for the daily operation of the company’s computer, point of sale, network, and databse systems.

  • Installed and maintained company wired and wireless networks.
  • Create organization level backup policy for user and server systems.
  • Deployment and maintenance of company production servers.
  • Deploy client and server software and maintain updates.
  • Responsible for systems security policies.

District Bus Driver

2007 - 2008

Dublin City Schools, Dublin, OH

Responsible for the safety and daily pickup / delivery of district students with a commercial motor vehicle wheighing 26,000lbs or more.

  • Operated District School Bus.

Encouraging Words

Julia Chen

Former Student

I really appreciate you for teaching me, helping me and caring about me these two years; I am not very good at expressing my feelings in words, but I want to thank you so much for listening and giving me wonderful advice.

Shagnik Sarkar

Former Student

I had no experience at all, but you were super helpful whenever any of us had trouble with assignments. Overall you’ve been a great and friendly teacher.

Safa Darwish

Former Student

I would not have had a better learning experience in any other class. You have taught me so much about leadership skills and resilience, and you gave me the chances to grow when I needed them. I have learned so much about tech and programming in your classes beyond any high school curriculum, and I had so much fun while doing it.

Brady Walsh

Former Student

Thanks for being a genuinely great teacher. Honestly my favorite class and favorite teacher for the last 2 years.