BENJAMIN Z ANGULO
3 Walker Place
Rockland, ME 04841
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.
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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