Woodrow Smith

woowoody@mac.com

 

Objective

 

Apply my multidisciplinary knowledge-base and skill-set to a progressive, creative teaching organization.

 

Career Summary

 

Science background with industrial laboratory experience. Teaching experience in classroom, conference, workshop and outdoor settings; utilizing activity based classroom management tools and techniques of the Experiential Learning Cycle. Experience with a variety of teaching tools, styles and techniques used to facilitate learning. Understanding of both Macintosh and Microsoft OS, computer networking and a variety of software.

 

Education

 

CBEST passed 7/02

B.A. Chemistry, minor Geography, University of Maryland Baltimore County, 1991

Biostatistics for Biological Researchers, UC Berkeley Extension, 1997

 

Experience

 

• Created an enrichment program that combines Science and Art topics using discussion, hands-on activities, visual aides and reflective group discussion.

 

• Facilitated an understanding of artists and art techniques through discussion and hands-on activities with a museum art education program.

 

• Captured the imagination of students K-8 using a science curriculum, live-animals and a curious/enthusiastic attitude in after school classroom, nature walks, summer camps and special events.

 

• Guided high achieving, high school students interested in the field of Health Care and Medicine through a Summer Conference using the Experiential Learning Cycle to facilitate the learning goals.

 

Teaching Work History

 

Art Laboratory, San Francisco, CA

Head Honcho (11/02 - present)

 

Develop and implement an enrichment program, which combines the disciplines of Science and Art to illustrate how they are related, either consciously or intuitively. Adapt hands-on activities to encourage experimentation and an understanding of a science topic in a cost effective and engaging way. Contact After School Enrichment Programs in a marketing capacity and collaborate to make the program successful.

 

de Young Art Center, San Francisco, CA

Instructor (4/02 - present)

 

Present and facilitate an understanding of an art topic in a team teaching environment through discussion and examples of artwork found in the Legion of Honor and Art Center. Demonstrate new tools and media to foster enthusiastic hands-on creation of the students own artwork.

 

Bay Area Discovery Museum, Sausalito, CA

Kids Chemistry Camp Instructor (6/03 - 8/03)

 

Wrote Kids Chemistry Camp curriculum introducing the principals of matter, solubility, phase change, acids, bases and observation of chemical reactions to students aged 4 - 7 yrs. Guided students through the curriculum using visual models and physical activities, demonstrated scientific method through hands-on child-safe experiments and projects reinforcing chemistry principals.

 

Soapbox Camp Instructor (7/03 – 7/03)

 

Led groups of 8 - 13 yrs. students through the design and construction of soapbox racers while safely using a variety of hand and power tools. Introduced the process of design, planning, problem-solving collaboration and teamwork to facilitate building vehicles based on the students creativity and ingenuity.

 

Tree Frog Treks, San Francisco, CA

Teacher (8/02 - 5/03)

 

Engage and inspire curiosity of science and nature in a team-teaching environment, through hands-on exploration and live animal contact in afterschool classroom, nature walk and summer camp settings. Plan and present curriculum, evaluate effectiveness and implement solutions for optimal experience of all participants.

 

National Youth Leadership Forum on Medicine, San Francisco, CA

Faculty Advisor (6/02 – 7/02)

 

Guide approximately 22 high school honor students from around the world through a 10-day conference. Facilitate discussion and introspective thought with participants on a variety of topics facing todays entrants into the Medical Profession through critical thinking exercises, interactive discussion and information processing techniques.

 

Conference Assistant (5/02 – 6/02)

 

Assist the Director of the San Francisco Medical Forum with marketing and coordinating the Conferences.

 

Additional Work History

 

MedSimple, San Francisco, CA

Director of Research Operations (2/02 – 11/02)

 

Support and develop the formation of a start-up medical and scientific information company. Provide computer and network support, research topics through internet, library and expert interviews. Brainstorm and evaluate technology to collaboratively plan the strategy and growth of the company.

 

Fulcrum Legal Graphics, San Francisco, CA

Contract Production Assistant (9/01 – 12/01)

 

Provided studio support for the production of print and video courtroom presentations. Maintained supplies of consumable materials updated and repaired computers, set-up audiovisual equipment and arranged staff meals during busy or late night production activities.

 

Live365, Inc., Foster City, CA

User Experience Apprentice (2/01 – 7/01)

 

Created webpage, imagery and software interface concepts. Researched websites to create an in-house database of competitors and design elements. Assisted with writing design and product specifications, idea proposals, usability questionnaires and flow charts. Reviewed site metrics and graphically modeled data using Excel. Involved with site content and marketing decisions.

 

Peter Belanger Photography, San Francisco, CA

Freelance Photographers Assistant (6/99 – 1/01)

 

Served as a second pair of hands with any possible studio need from shot set-up to resolving clients needs. Anticipated photographers needs using prioritization, time-management, organization and intuition.

 

Lab Support Incorporated, Burlingame, CA

Temporary Office Assistant (4/99 – 6/99)

 

Qualified job candidates for laboratory positions through telephone and personal interviews. Organized office and improved systems for tracking job candidate files and client orders. Maintained database and produced reports.

 

Scios Incorporated, Mountain View, CA

Senior Research Assistant (4/96 – 3/99)

 

Designed and implemented studies to validate drug manufacturing process. Wrote technical reports supporting corporate filings with the FDA. Reviewed manufacturing records and resolved discrepancies with Quality Assurance and contractors. Collaborated with Quality Groups to resolve department compliance issues. Developed an innovative training program, coordinated and conducted department training activities. Presented experimental data and project status reports at department meetings.

 

Chiron Corporation, Emeryville, CA

QC Laboratory Associate (12/94 – 4/96)

 

Performed Molecular Biology and Immunology based analysis supporting drug manufacturing and release activity. Wrote and revised concise experimental procedures following industry guidelines. Collaborated with Assay Development Group to transfer new technologies to Quality Control Department.

 

Volunteer Research Assistant (11/95 – 4/96)

 

Assisted a Post-doctorate Scientist in a Drug Research and Development Group.

 

International Bird Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, Berkeley, CA

Center Volunteer (3/95 – 9/95)

 

Assisted with facility organization and maintenance. Greeted public and led tours of the facility explaining wildlife issues and the role of the Center. Requested donations and purchase of logo merchandise to visitors.

 

Celtrix Pharmaceuticals, Santa Clara, CA

Quality Control Laboratory Associate (4/94 – 11/94)

 

Contributed to the Chemistry, Microbiology and Biology groups of the Quality Department. Wrote and trained co-workers on test methods.

 

Midwest Research Institute, Mountain View, CA

Research Assistant (4/94 – 12/94)

 

Performed and documented experiments to develop an environmental test method. Analyzed and organized data using Microsoft Excel. Designed a system to track laboratory chemicals and reduce redundancy.

 

Gassett, Perry and Frank, San Jose, CA

Technical Paralegal (6/92 – 2/94)

 

Summarized technical documents used for the discovery phase of environmental litigation. Maintained a database of over 100,000 documents.

 

Genentech Incorporated, South San Francisco, CA

Temporary Quality Control Laboratory Associate (4/92 – 11/92)

 

Performed and documented laboratory tests to support manufacturing activities.