BENJAMIN Z ANGULO
3 Walker Place
Rockland, ME 04841

benangulo@hotmail.com



EDUCATION

Johnson State College, Johnson, VT (MA Middle School & Gifted Education) 2002
Bates College, Lewiston, ME (BA Psychology) 1996
University of Maine at Augusta, Augusta, ME (AS General Studies) 1992
Naval Submarine School, Groton, CT (Electronics) 1986
Little Creek, VA (Leadership and Management Education and Training) 1987
Outward Bound, Winter Survival Course, Rockland, ME, February, 1985

HONORS

"Most Valuable Adult Volunteer", Community Service Project
Phi Theta Kappa, National Honor Fraternity
"Who's Who Among Students" in American Junior Colleges
Honorable Discharge, U.S. Navy

EDUCATIONAL EXPERIENCES

Teacher, Rockland District Middle School, Rockland, Maine, 2003 - Present.
-Taught four science classes and one social studies class for sixth grade students. Developed and implemented curriculum based on state     standards. . Served on science curriculum development committee for school district. Active in after school program

Adolescent Counselor, Harbor Schools of Maine, Rockport, Maine, 2000 - 2002 .
-Provided support at a residential program for boys, aged 9-13, with behavior and emotional difficulties. Organized activities and lesson plans,     maintained progress notes.

Student Teacher, Peoples' Academy, Morrisville, Vermont, Spring, 2000.
-Eighth grade geography student-teacher. Generated and implemented lesson and unit plans. Extensively integrated technology with the curriculum. Developed and maintained positive classroom environment.

Substitute Teacher, Johnson Elementary School, Johnson, Vermont, Fall 1998 - Spring 2000.
-On-call status for grades one through six. Implemented lesson plans and maintained positive classroom environment.

Environmental Educator, Horizons for Youth, Sharon, Massachusetts, Seasonally 1994 - 1997.
-Creatively taught groups of 10 to 15 students, grades 5 and 6, at environmental education center. Worked with core curriculum and developed lesson plans. Coordinated culturally and economically diverse student groups.

SOCIAL SERVICE

Respite Worker, Lamoille County Mental Health, Morrisville, Vermont, January 1999 - June 2000.
Provided support for youth with neurological, emotional, and behavioral difficulties.

Residential Support Worker, Community Health and Counseling Services, Bangor, Maine, April 1996- August 1998.
-Supervised smooth operation ,and provided supportive counseling for group home of eight clients diagnosed with severe and prolonged mental illness. Group facilitator of activities involving community integration and socialization skills.

Maine certified Mental Health and Rehabilitation Technician I Trained in medication administration (CRMA)

LEADERSHIP

Trip Leader, Tanglewood 4-H Camp and Learning Center, Lincolnville, Maine, Summers, 1992-2002.
-Developed, organized and led expeditions lasting two to ten days. Taught outdoor survival skills, map and compass use, and wilderness first aid. Used authoritative leadership style to foster internal motivation among campers -group building and teamwork were stressed. http://www.tw4hcl1.homestead.com

Residence Hall Director, Johnson State College, Johnson, Vermont, 1998-2000.
-Supervised dormitory of 100 college undergraduates and resident assistants. Coordinated schedules, mediated disputes, supported college policies, and acted as a liaison between the students and administration.

Interim Director, Teen Center, Inc., Camden, Maine, Spring, 1997.
-Coordinated opening of a new teen center. Acted as liaison between community, governing council, and youth. Developed and implemented the policies and procedures for the center. Fostered positive atmosphere and practiced conflict resolution.

President of Student Government, University of Maine, Thomaston Center, Maine,1990-1991.
-Organized and delegated responsibility of student activities and events for the 800 students of the Thomaston Center, and eight remote sites. Mediated difficulties between students and administration.

PERSONAL

Enjoy many outdoors activities. Licensed Maine Guide, 1995 - 2003. Hobbies include: rock/mineral collecting, martial arts (Tae Kwon Do and Judo), photography, mountain biking, rock climbing, and inline skating. Current First Aid, CPR and American Red Cross Lifeguard certification. Completed SOLO Wilderness EMT course in Spring, 1996. Proficient with PC computer systems, digital photography, and basic web site design. http://www.benangulo.homestead.com