Terence Spence
Chester
Summary
Accomplished Training Specialist with a proven track record at the Petroleum And Water Department, enhancing organizational productivity by over 20% through innovative training programs. Expert in military occupational training and online course development, I excel in project development and performance assessment, demonstrating exceptional mentoring and multimedia development skills.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Training Specialist
Petroleum And Water Department
05.2008 - Current
- Trained and mentored over 60 new personnel to fulfill roles as Army Platform Instructors in the 92F and 92W Advance Individual Training Courses.
- Conducted orientation sessions to assess skill levels and areas of strength and weakness.
- Developed lesson plans, instructional materials and written practice tests for [Type] and [Type] training courses.
- Assisted in analyzing and assessing training and development needs for organizations, departments and individuals.
- Developed training handbooks, computer tutorials and reference materials.
- Designed and delivered web-based, self-directed learning materials.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Developed and implemented successful onboarding program.
- Established and maintained quality control standards.
- Created and oversaw [Type] training programs for operations.
- Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers.
- Worked with vendors to customize courseware to accommodate business needs.
- Used [Software] to design training for [Type] employees and increase company retention and productivity rates [Number]%.
- Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Assessed additional needs based on training progress and collaborated with management to meet requirements.
- Collected data on program effectiveness to develop modifications and improvements to curricula.
- Provide quality training to military and civilian personnel from various branches of the U.S. Armed Forces and allied nations, on petroleum and water logistics systems, equipment and doctrine. Assist with doctrine development and operational force readiness items to help satisfy petroleum and water requirements for U.S. Forces globally. Provide quality training oversight designed to increase organizational productivity and enrichment. Promote, support and leverage technology resources and tools to improve and enhance knowledge, develop skills, and provide reach-back capabilities.
Army Instructor 92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
Petroleum And Water Department
11.2003 - 04.2008
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
Army Instructor Petroleum Supply Specialist
Petroluem And Water Department
11.2001 - 11.2003
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Applied various teaching aids to minimize learning gaps and instruct and motivate students.
- Observed and adopted new techniques from skilled instructors and lecturers.
- Improved student performance by defining clear goals and communicating performance metrics.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Increased student participation via engaging lectures and assignments.
- Developed and clearly presented classroom rules, guidelines and objectives.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Optimized day-to-day instruction to align educational strategies with industry best practices.
- Tested and evaluated students on materials presented in workshops and classes.
- Reviewed class and student records to identify improvement opportunities.
- Optimized learning plans based on student performance and feedback.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Oversaw curriculum development and implementation in alignment with best practices.
- Communicated frequently with parents, students, and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Designed detailed learning plans for struggling students based on test, homework and assignment records.
- Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
- Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.
- Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying student needs.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs.
- Modified lessons and curriculum to accommodate diverse learners by using strategies such as peer-assisted learning and group work.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Supervised reception, storage and shipping of fuel.
- Regulated variables such as temperature and pressure to maintain optimal flow.
- Inspected equipment, performed basic repairs and conducted scheduled maintenance actions.
- Tested fuel products and handled hazardous materials.
- Assembled refueling systems and equipment and performed quality assurance.
- Handled and transported fuel to vehicles and aircraft.
- Created spreadsheets using software applications and conducted basic recordkeeping and inventory management procedures.
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
10.1983 - 11.2003
- Supervised reception, storage and shipping of fuel.
- Regulated variables such as temperature and pressure to maintain optimal flow.
- Logged all transactions in real time to keep tracking system updated.
- Assembled refueling systems and equipment and performed quality assurance.
- Created spreadsheets using software applications and conducted basic recordkeeping and inventory management procedures.
- Tested fuel products and handled hazardous materials.
- Operated equipment such as forklifts, pallet jacks and cherry pickers.
- Inspected equipment, performed basic repairs and conducted scheduled maintenance actions.
- Organized supply routes and schedules to boost fuel shipping efficiency.
- Handled and transported fuel to vehicles and aircraft.
- Coordinated driver dispatch to accomplish daily delivery requirements.
- Oversaw warehouse staff and maintained efficiency in fast-paced environment.
- Reduced worker accidents by implementing improved safety standards and monitoring procedures.
- Tracked production and quality control systems to proactively identify deficiencies.
- Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.
- Created and enforced detailed organization processes to increase quality and service standards.
- Developed and maintained knowledgeable and productive team of employees.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia State University
Petersburg, VA05-2016
Skills
- Military Occupational training (92F/W)
- Classroom expertise
- Online training experience
- Classroom experience
- Project development
- Performance assessment
- Multimedia development
- Course creation
- Learning management systems
- Training program development
- Technical training
Timeline
Training Specialist
Petroleum And Water Department
05.2008 - Current
Army Instructor 92F Petroleum Supply Specialist
Petroleum And Water Department
11.2003 - 04.2008
Army Instructor Petroleum Supply Specialist
Petroluem And Water Department
11.2001 - 11.2003
Petroleum Supply Specialist
US Army
10.1983 - 11.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Business Management
Virginia State University
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