Brian Perkins

Experience

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  ElectroTechnology, Inc.

  Jan 1989 - Jan 1992

  Quality Assurance Manager
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  Smart Data Strategies

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1998

  IT Director (incl. Software Dev., Database Admin., Network Mgr., Tech. Supt.)
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  Technetics Corporation

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Software Developer, Database Administrator

  As part of a team of about 8 software developers of an integrated software solution targeting dental labs across the States, I maintained the MSSQL Server databases and VisualBasic code. I also was principally responsible for designing and coding a document management module which would print and scan bar codes attached to documentation for automatic electronic filing and tracking of orders, inventory, payroll, etc.

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  High Point Central High School

  Aug 2004 - Jun 2009

  Teacher of English B/Computer Skills

  * Implemented subject-specific sheltered content classes for English Language Learners, increasing the overall pass rate on several state-mandated graduation exams including Computer Competency, Biology, English Literature, Algebra I, and World History. * Mentored new teachers of English for Speakers of Other Languages.* Co-chaired the Media & Technology Advisory Committee.* Chaired the Writing Across the Curriculum Committee.* Chaired the Free Voluntary Reading Committee.* Garnered Federal grant money for an after-school tutoring program targeting refugee students. * Co-sponsored the International Club.* Increased involvement of the non-English speaking parents by obtaining a State grant to hire interpreters for monthly PTA meetings. Show less

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  Future Bilingual School of Kuwait

  Aug 2009 - Jun 2010

  Teacher of English Language Arts (HoD)

  Increased English language use throughout the Middle School by implementing a reward system whereby students received artificial money for using English outside the classroom, These "Brian Bucks" could then be used to buy items like toys and snacks at the end of the week.Liaised with the Curriculum Coordinator to develop curriculum and standards which were appropriate for the linguistic abilities of the students.Provided assistance to other Middle School teachers with strategies for integrating Technology and for increasing comprehension for low-proficiency English Language Learners.Co-sponsored the Computer Club. Show less

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  American International School Kuwait

  Aug 2010 - Jun 2012

  Teacher of IB (MYP/DP) Technology

  Improved the overall quality and consistency of the MYP Technology program:* Attended IBO sponsored professional development.* Mentored new Technology teachers, * Presented workshops for the Technology department in MYP unit design as well as standardizing both formative and summative assessments.* Unified all 5 Technology teachers in arriving at a common interpretation of the IBO Technology Guide and rubrics.

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  Dipont Education

  Aug 2012 - Jun 2014

  Teacher of AP English / Technology Integration Specialist

  Enhanced learner autonomy by implementing self-directed assessments: students analyze and evaluate their own performance against their own (teacher approved) goals.Increased effective use of technology across the curriculum by supporting colleagues, including creating tutorials and leading workshops.Conducted research for M.Ed. program to determine effective uses of Technology in improving English pronunciation by native Mandarin speakers in order to increase students' self efficacy thereby increasing likelihood of success in North American universities. Show less

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  Luanda International School

  Aug 2014 - Jul 2020

  Establish network specifications by conferring with users; analyzing workflow, access, information, and security requirements; designing router administration, including interface configuration and routing protocols. Evaluate network performance issues including availability, utilization, throughput, reliability, and latency; planning and executing the selection, installation, configuration, and testing of equipment; defining network policies and procedures; establishing connections and firewalls. Show less

  • IT Manager

    Jan 2017 - Jul 2020

  • Network Administrator

    Jul 2015 - Jan 2017

  • MYP Design Teacher

    Aug 2014 - Jun 2016
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  Wake County Public School System

  Aug 2022 - now

  Teacher