Instructor-Technologist PositionWhat type of job are you looking for? I am looking for a teaching position at a university or work for the government. I would like to teach computer hardware, computer assembly, computer maintenance, network architecture, free and open source software (FOSS). I would like to build a school for technology which produces excellent Technologists. I want to free all the Microsoft Slaves out there by replacing Microsoft with Linux. I would like to modernize technology with different methodologies available at low costs. What nationality are you? United States Citizen from the Great State of Texas. What languages do you speak (and at what level)? I speak excellent English. I also speak Spanish as well as most Mexicans, if not a little better. My French will keep me from starving, although I do need to brush up on it. What country or area are you looking to work in and why? I would like to work in Belize, as I speak the the Spanish Language fluently. I believe Belize to be a better country than its' neighbors to the west and south. I will also consider Georgia as they are pushing English in their schools. What countries have you worked in? I have worked for the USAF in Germany, and England. I also had a business in Mexico for several years. What countries do you have a visa to work in? Presently, none. What field do you currently work in? I am a Technologist presently working in Education. I set up computer infrastructure, maintain networks, servers, PCs, and associated computer equipment. I provide training to faculty, staff, and students. I set up computer labs for the school and service computer systems. What fields have you worked in before? Electronics, manufacturing, and training. What qualifications do you hold? I have attended 15 technical schools. I attained an Associates of Applied Science Degree in Computer Information Systems/Networking. I attained a Bachelors of Science Degree in Education in Occupational Trades - Computer Maintenance. I attained a Masters of Science Degree in Education in Educational Technology. I have finished all my course work for my PhD in Advanced Management Decision Sciences (Management Information Systems). Requires my dissertation. 27 years experience in computer systems. Which do you consider more valuable? Formal education or skills and why? If you are going to talk the talk, you are going to have to walk the walk. Both are essential in rounding out a good professional. Formal education provides the basis for concepts where as skills aid in getting the job done. Describe the benefits of working with others Two heads are better than one. The more, the merrier. Actually, it is a very good idea to be able to brain storm with your peers in finding not just a solution to the problem, but the best solution to the problem or problems. Also, it puts everyone on the same page once agreed upon. Describe the benefits of working alone You know what you have to do. Nobody bothers you. If things go wrong, there is no one to blame but yourself. When done, you can feel the accomplishment and the difference you made. Bragging rights, of course! What was your worst working experience? Working with fools as managers. Don't comprehend, can't envision, put people at risk, and are nothing but trouble in the construct of things. What is the most important lesson you have learnt throughout your career? I learned 2 lessons actually. When in a management position, hire people who are knowledgeable, and loyal. I made the mistake once of hiring friends, Romans, and countrymen. I had to fire them all and start over. I learned that lesson well. Second lesson is: Treat your customers with respect and fairness. If you provide a fair deal, they will always call on you. This applies to education, business, government, and any others utilizing your services. What unique skills do you have? I have a gift of gab. I am technology minded. I am results oriented. I get along well with people in all walks of life. I have vision. What would you consider as your 'dream job'? I like to create, build, teach, instruct computer technology. I truly enjoy teaching students to become good Technologists, building the networking infrastructure to a building, provide training to business, manufacturing computers, or advancing the spread of Linux. What are the most interesting aspects of your field? You impart knowledge to others. A little piece of you lives on in those you have taught, helped, or assisted. What are the least interesting aspects of your field? The propensity of change scares many people. This inhibits learning. People do not want to change for the better even if the old ways work poorly. Communication, training, and some hand holding can solve this in little time. Please replace this with a question of your own. What makes you think you are good at what you do? I am a problem solver. I have worked for various companies, and government entities as a technologist to solve their problems. I am challenge driven. No challenge is too small or too large to make a difference. I have been employed pretty much since 1971, occasionally stopping for some college time. How can potential employers contact you? My name is Rodney Robert Donovan. laredoflash@gmail.com administrator@linuxsolutions.biz 00-1-361-633-1786 - USA my simple web site: http://www.linuxsolutions.biz Rod Donovan 2114 Breezeway Circle Ingleside, Texas 78362 | 
