Portfolio
JOHN KVAPIL
PROFILE
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Computer Science/Coding teacher 2016 - 2021, Muscatine Community Schools, Muscatine IA
Develop coding curriculum for 6th-8th students focused on logic, critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity using markup(HTML and CSS) and programming languages(JavaScript)
Write developmentally appropriate, adaptable for differentiated instruction, and engaging lesson plans incorporating various cross-curricular topics
Teach concepts of using online coding software, best practices of technology and internet responsibility
Technology Director and Instructor 2014-2016, Rivermont Collegiate, Bettendorf, IA
Network Administration - routers, switchs, phone systems, internet filter, and Cisco wireless network
Systems Administration -Windows servers, virtual machines(vSphere, Azure), 1-1 student laptops, and peripherals
Manage accounts, licensing and deployment of Windows OS, Microsoft 365 Business, Adobe CC
Teach 8-12th grade computer science and multimedia classes
Coach FTC Robotics, organize and manage robotics meet
Technology Director and Instructor 2002 - 2013, Preston Community Schools, Preston IA
Design and maintain district websites, digital signage and other electronic forms of communication
Teach 7-12th grade Technology focusing on real world lesson plans and marketable skills
Network and Systems Administration, train support staff in management of various student databases
and software
Graphic Designer, Webmaster and Multimedia Designer 2000 - 2002, Mancomm, Inc., Davenport, IA
Develop and design online course registration for OSHA courses taught nationally
Develop and monitor websites, maintain dynamic web content and databases
Produce graphics for courses, seminars and interactive training software
Design book covers, brochures, course materials and company products
Create graphics, 2-D and 3-D animations for video production
Transition Advisor 1999 - 2000, Black Hawk College Outreach, East Moline, IL
Work individually with alternative high school students planning college and career goals
Coordinate with local search programs, financial aid and academic counselors at various colleges and
organize career oriented group activities in cooperation with teachers
Establish "jobs for at-risk students" program with area businesses
High School Art Teacher 1995 - 1999, Assumption High School, Davenport, IA
Taught Photography, Ceramics and Studio Art Courses to grades 9 -12
Coordinated the design and building of theater sets for fall and spring plays
Du State Du Bike and Run Duathlon Race Director 2015-2018, Illinois City IL
Designed, marketed, promoting individual and team competitions
Registration, permits, securing and purchasing equipment, consumables, and race shirts
Recruit and direct volunteers, set up course and race areas, assist racers, oversee safety
Oversee race results, announce sponsors future events,and present awards
