John Simmer
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Edward C. Abell, Jr.
John was a classmate of my son at the University of Alabama, and a friend to both of us-
Edward C. Abell, Jr.
John was a classmate of my son at the University of Alabama, and a friend to both of us-
Edward C. Abell, Jr.
John was a classmate of my son at the University of Alabama, and a friend to both of us-
Edward C. Abell, Jr.
John was a classmate of my son at the University of Alabama, and a friend to both of us-
Credentials
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Google Certified Educator Level 1
GoogleSep, 2019- Oct, 2024
Experience
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Bibb County High School
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United States
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Educator
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Jul 2008 - Present
Currently teaching: AP Computer Science Principles, AP Seminar, Exploring Computer Science, Sophomore English, Structure of Writing-- Presented for the state Department of Education’s ALEX team at MEGA Conference (2015)-- “Honorable Mention Award for Excellence in Teaching Language Arts" from The University of Alabama-- Participated in developing curriculum for multiple ALEX CCRS Alignment Summits for the state of Alabama Dept. of Ed.-- Represented the state of Alabama at multiple SREB / HSTW regional Summer Conferences (conducted workshops and training on instructional technology and using Google Apps in the classroom).-- Lead Teacher for implementing technology in the classroom with the 21st Century Technology (Teach21) state initiative at our school.-- Intel's Teach "Online Essentials" Certified Teacher Show less
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Esports Coach
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Dec 2019 - Present
As the Coach for our school's very first Esports team, I initiated and developed the Esports program for our school in 2018 with the help of our district Technology Coordinator. I worked to obtain funding to purchase gaming laptops, support equipment, and peripherals via our school's CAST grant and local fundraising activities. Since Spring 2019, we have continuously had teams competing at the state level in both the Fall and Spring seasons for the following AHSAA sanctioned games:- Rocket League- League of Legends- Smash UltimateFormer Esports players have gone on to play on college teams, and we have several current players who have been offered substantial scholarships (50% yearly tuition) to play collegiate Esports after graduation. Show less
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School Registrar
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Jun 2016 - Present
— Develop school’s Master Schedule each year in collaboration with school administration— Schedule students in PowerSchool each school year for their classes based on Diploma Type, graduation requirements, IEP/504 plans, remediation structures, class sizes, and student/parent requests— Conduct enrollment of new students, promotion and retention of current students, student withdrawals and transfers— Create credit & non-credit classes and sections in accordance with LEAPS standards— Manage student schedule requests and diploma track changes — Conduct ongoing transcript audits for all students— Maintain current and former student records and facilitate records requests — Provide ongoing training and support for teacher grade books in PowerSchool—Facilitate generation and distribution of student progress reports and report cards— Provide support for student and parent account access in PowerSchool (formerly iNow) — Developed/Implemented with admin a brand new modified/hybrid block master schedule for the high school (adopted in 2011, currently still in use) Show less
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School Technology Coordinator
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Sep 2008 - Present
— Google Certified Educator— ALET member— ISTE member— ALEX "A.C.E." Trainer— Certified Verizon/Thinkfinity Trainer— Develop/manage school’s website and social media presence — Conduct local school and district professional development training on effectively integrating technology into classroom instruction— Provide ongoing hardware and software support to school faculty and administration — Administer our school's 1:1 student Chromebook program— Provide daily ongoing troubleshooting and support for 500 student devices— Device management and user account support via Google Admin Console— Develop annual school Technology Plan— Manage technology budget and purchases for the school— Worked with principal to successfully implement 1:1 student device initiative (the district's pilot program) — Selected by the Alabama State Department of Education for the ALEX PC/Podcast Camp, and the pilot ALEX A.C.E. Training "iPad Power Up!" series— Presenter on instructional technology at multiple state and regional conferences (SREB/HSTW, ALEX, and MEGA) Show less
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Royal Sonesta Hotel
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Canada
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Hospitality
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1 - 100 Employee
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Department Head
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Feb 2006 - Sep 2007
Beverage Department Head - managed operation of six different venues (bars, restaurants, outlets) within an extremely high volume, luxury-resort destination hotel. Directly oversaw all bar/beverage staff and servers - Hiring - Training - Scheduling - Inventory Management and Control - POS - Budgeting and Forecasting - Vendor Relations - Menu development - Managed staffing and inventory adjustments to effectively meet requirements for all Promotional, Social, and Special Events (Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, Essence Fest, weddings, conferences, etc.) - Coordinated continuously and extensively with other department heads, managers, and staff (Room Service, Catering, Restaurants) to provide exceptional service for a wide range of circumstances and events Show less
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Yazoo Courtyard Grille
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United States
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Hospitality
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General Manager
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Jan 2005 - Jan 2006
- General Manager from start-up: oversaw grand opening and first year of operation of a full service fine dining restaurant/venue in Tuscaloosa, AL. - Hiring, training, daily management of staff and operations - Installation and maintenance of Point of Sale (POS) - Inventory management and control - Security systems - Menu design and layout - Disciplinary - Scheduling - Advertising and Promotion - Booking and Special Events - General Manager from start-up: oversaw grand opening and first year of operation of a full service fine dining restaurant/venue in Tuscaloosa, AL. - Hiring, training, daily management of staff and operations - Installation and maintenance of Point of Sale (POS) - Inventory management and control - Security systems - Menu design and layout - Disciplinary - Scheduling - Advertising and Promotion - Booking and Special Events
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Counselor
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Jan 2004 - Mar 2005
As a counselor for Bradford Health Services, I managed case loads and provided both individual and group counseling. This included on-site counseling at Bradford and group counseling in the Tuscaloosa County jail. Additionally, I served to provide documentation of compliance for clients at weekly Tuscaloosa County Drug Court sessions. As a counselor for Bradford Health Services, I managed case loads and provided both individual and group counseling. This included on-site counseling at Bradford and group counseling in the Tuscaloosa County jail. Additionally, I served to provide documentation of compliance for clients at weekly Tuscaloosa County Drug Court sessions.
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Manager
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2002 - 2005
Experience working in all aspects of both front and back of house service, including Restaurant Manager and Bar Manager. - Scheduling - Purchasing and Forecasting - Inventory Control - Monitoring Labor Costs - Adjust Item Pricing, Specials, and Product Promotions - Staff training, discipline, and promotion - POS - Vendor Relations - Daily Sales and Shift Reports, Manage Cash Drawers and Credit Card services, Server Cash Outs and Nightly Deposits - Certified ServSafe Trainer Show less
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Education
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2014 - 2024
The University of Alabama
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Instructional Leadership - Instructional Technology -
University of Alabama
Master's Degree, M.S.W. - Mental Health -
University of Alabama
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology, English -
University of Montevallo
Certification, Education
