Curriculum Vitae
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
The award-winning educator is skilled at facilitating the Spanish language and information technology curriculum for middle school, high school, and college students. Expertise in melding emerging technology with academics to provide comprehensive instruction and state-of-the-art programming for students and education professionals. Received Educator of the Year Award from NY State Senator Antoine Thompson (2009).
EDUCATION
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York | Buffalo, NY | May 2023
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Program: Graduate School of Education Doctoral
Major: Curriculum, Instruction, and Science of Learning, Ph.D.
Thesis: "Strategies for Increasing Low-Income Latinx Students' Success in STEM undergraduate programs through academic support."
Doctor of Philosophy in Education
Program: Graduate School of Education Doctoral
Major: Curriculum, Instruction, and Science of Learning, Ph.D.
Thesis: "Strategies for Increasing Low-Income Latinx Students' Success in STEM undergraduate programs through academic support."
SUNY Buffalo State ׀ Buffalo, NY ׀ May 2010
Master of Science in Education - Career and Technical Education,
GPA 3.86/4.00 Summa Cum Laude
Master of Science in Education - Career and Technical Education,
GPA 3.86/4.00 Summa Cum Laude
SUNY Buffalo State ׀ Buffalo, NY ׀ May 2009
Bachelor of Science, Career and Technical Education,
GPA 3.85/4.00 Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish Language Literature,
GPA 3.77/4.00 Magna Cum Laude
Bachelor of Science, Career and Technical Education,
GPA 3.85/4.00 Summa Cum Laude
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish Language Literature,
GPA 3.77/4.00 Magna Cum Laude
Erie Community College |Buffalo, NY | May 2007
Associate in Science, Liberal Arts, and Science - General Studies
Associate in Science, Liberal Arts, and Science - General Studies
I.U.T. Antonio José de Sucre | Caracas – Venezuela 1994
Computer Information System
Computer Information System
TECHNICAL LEADERSHIP & TEACHING
Lecturer/Adjunct Professor
The State University of New York College at Buffalo, August 2018 – Present
The State University of New York College at Buffalo, August 2018 – Present
- SPA 101 – Spanish – Fall 2019, Spring 2020, Fall 2020, Spring 2021, Fall 2021
- SPA 102 – Spanish – Fall 2018, Spring 2019, Spring 2020, Spring 2020, Fall 2021
- SPA 201 – Spanish – Fall 2018, Fall 2019
- SPA 301 – Spanish – Spring 2018
- Proficient in Blackboard, Banner, and Student Success Portal.
- Teach introductory through advanced level Spanish language courses emphasizing both spoken and written language.
- Review basic grammar and facilitate more advanced structures; intermediate level conversation, reading, and composition.
- Teach Introduction to Hispanic Culture lesson plans; the entire course is in Spanish.
- Provide an Intermediate-High level study of the Spanish language by exploring Spanish-speaking cultures.
Teaching Assistantships
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York August 2018 – May 2019
University at Buffalo, The State University of New York August 2018 – May 2019
- SPA 101 – Spanish – Fall 2018, Spring 2019
- SPA 151 – Spanish – Fall 2018, Spring 2019
- Taught introductory through intermediate-level Spanish language courses.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans incorporating reviews of the fundamentals of Spanish pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar; emphasized oral proficiency.
- Taught additional language courses to aid students in transitioning from introductory to intermediate-level courses.
- Focusing on all four language skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing), I enacted lessons emphasizing grammatical structures and simple vocabulary fundamentals.
- Employed grammar and pronunciation lessons structured around extensive conversation practice and vocabulary expansion through literary and nonliterary readings.
Middle School Teacher
Tapestry Charter School, Buffalo, NY September 2016 – January 2018
Tapestry Charter School, Buffalo, NY September 2016 – January 2018
- Taught Middle School Spanish courses grades 6 through 8. Work corporately with other teachers in developing and sharing curriculum strategies.
Lecturer/Adjunct Professor
SUNY, Niagara County Community College September 2009 – September 2011
SUNY, Niagara County Community College September 2009 – September 2011
- SPA 110 – Spanish for Health Care Professionals, Fall 2009, Spring 2010
- SPA 101 – Spanish – Spring 2011, Fall 2011
- SPA 102 – Spanish – Spring 2010
- CIS 119 – Computer Information Systems – Fall 2011
- Taught Spanish to Healthcare Professionals in addition to MS Office-based computer skills classes designed to increase the employability of students (trainees).
- Designed and facilitated curriculum for college level. Mentored novice teachers in curriculum development, lesson planning, classroom management, and grading.
- Implement a standardized curriculum as organized by the Computer Science Department.
High School Teacher
Canisius High School, Buffalo, NY September 2010 – June 2011
Canisius High School, Buffalo, NY September 2010 – June 2011
- Serve as a part-time teacher for grades 9 and 10 for a one-year, preparing assignments and reviewing/correcting all homework with an emphasis on providing feedback to each student.
- They have devised and employed lesson plans that the children have followed up on and provided a monthly written report of student success to the school board.
- We have utilized technology programs to enhance comprehension of technology, basic academic skills, and problem-solving.
Adult Education Division
Erie 2 Chautauqua Cattaraugus BOCES, Angola, NY October 2001 – July 2011
Erie 2 Chautauqua Cattaraugus BOCES, Angola, NY October 2001 – July 2011
- Created and facilitated curriculum for teaching introductory computer intro for students with no computer experience.
- Trained students in fundamentals of programs including Word, PowerPoint, Internet search engines, software programming, and web designing.
- Served as an interpreter for Latinx students to communicate with the social services department and other institutions.
- Provided students with mentorship to guide them in making the decisions that best suit them and achieving their goals.
- Give students follow-up after finishing the class program to ensure they are satisfied with their new job.
RESEARCH PAPERS
1st Author Publications:
- Jose L Perez, Strategies for Increasing Low-Income Latinx Students' Success in STEM undergraduate programs through academic support. ProQuest published, Order a copy
PRESENTATIONS
- Jose L Perez, Adult English Language Learners (ELL) Success in Higher Education. Workplace Literacy Center, Adult Career & Continuing ED Services, Buffalo, NY. March 2020.
- Jose L Perez, Career Readiness Curriculum in the Workplace. Workplace Literacy Center, Adult Career & Continuing ED Services, Buffalo, NY. December 2019.
AWARDS & HONORS
- Mary Lou and S. David Farr Scholarship, 2022 - 2023
- Mary Lou and S. David Farr Scholarship, 2021 - 2022
- Clara M. Hendershot Scholarship, February 2021
- Who's Who Among Students in American Universities & Colleges, January 2010
- SUNY Graduate Diversity Fellowship Award, May 2010
- Educator of the Year Award from Senator Antoine Thompson, NYS Senate, October 2009 (please watch a video)
- Sigma Delta Pi, National Spanish Honors Society, May 2009
- Undergraduate Academic Honors Award, December 2007
CERTIFICATIONS
- Spanish 7-12, NYS Initial Certification (pending)
- Computer Technology 7-12, NYS Initial Certification
- English Language Learning Instructor, NYS Adult Education Certification
VOLUNTEER WORK
Hispanic Heritage Council of Western New York, NY June 2021 - January 2023
- Give support to the Hispanic community in Western New York, helping to promote business in the area, support our young people to continue their academic education, fix and beautify West Buffalo and any other place that needs our help and collaboration.
SKILLS
- Microsoft: Microsoft System Center 2012 R2 Configuration Manager, Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7, 8, and 10 Microsoft Office 2003, 2007, 2010, 2013, 2016 and 2019
- Web: Java, HTML, HTML5, Javascript, design website with programs Weebly, Macromedia Dreamweaver, Microsoft FrontPage
- Networking: Cisco Networking Academy (Networking Fundamental, and LAN Switching & Wireless). Strong understanding and experience with general TCP/IP connectivity issues in a LAN/WAN/VPN Internet environment.
- Hardware: Provided technical support for PC’s and local area networks. PC hardware knowledge with the ability to troubleshoot hardware issues and experience interfacing with vendor support organizations, building, rebuilding, and updating computers, A++
- Software: C++, Java, SQL, Lotus Notes, Android & iPhone mobile application development
- Operative Systems: basic Linux, basic UNIX, Android, iOS, IBM OS/400
- Robotics: Design Robots (combats, Transmission Modules, Pneumatics), programming with C++.
- Bluetooth, wireless and wired systems, TV remote controls, and Radio Controls Transmitters.
- IBM Certifications: PC Architecture, PC Server Technical Support, ThinkPad Sales Support, PC Server Systems Sales, PC Mobile Systems Technical Training, Desktop System Technical Training, Desktop Sales Support,Network Station for Windows NT and WinCenter Workshop, HP Networks Novell 3.11 and 3.12