email: JosephSparks@jplussolutions.com
Walden University,
Degree: Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Concentration: AMDS, General
Start Date-Completion Date: December 2005-Future Date around 2014 (PhD Core Coursework is Complete)
American InterContinental University,
Degree: Masters Degree of Information Technology (MIT or MSc equivalent)
Concentration: Applications Development
Start Date-Completion Date: January 2004-September 2005.
Central Michigan University , Mt. Pleasant, MI ORACLE UNIVERSITY , Alpharetta, GA RADIO SHACK,
GEORGIA STATE UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA 30303 DUKE UNIVERSITY, Trinity College of Arts and Sciences, Durham, NC 27708 Leadership Experiences at Duke
Perkins Library
Worked on team in Perkins Library as Data Entry Specialist. Health Services Intern
Worked in Cardiology Department as Health Services Intern at
Research Apprentice
Worked as Research Apprentice for Duke/Georgia Tech. Tutoring/Grader
Worked as private, paid tutor for Computer Science Department.
Microsoft Word 5.0/6.0/7.0/97/2000/2002/2003/XP/2007, Corel WordPerfect 7/8/9/2000, Microsoft Suite 97/2000/2002/2003/XP/2007 (Access, Excel, Powerpoint, Publisher),SQL Server 6/6.5/7/2000/2005, Oracle8/9i/10G, SQL*PLUS, PL/SQL, Relational Database Design, Java, UNIX, Linux, CHMOD, Windows (95,98,Me,NT,2003,XP,VISTA), C/C++, Pro C/C++, Pascal, BASIC,Q BASIC, True BASIC, Visual BASIC 3/3/4/5/6/.NET, Visual C++ 4, Visual C++ 6, MFC, Crystal Reports 5/6/7/8/9/10, Machine Language, Assembly Language, HTML 3.2, Active Server Pages 2.0/.NET, Front Page 98/2000/2002/XP, Visual Interdev 6, ODBC, JDBC, ADO, RDO, Embedded SQL, Dynamic SQL, Mathematics(All Levels), Science (All Levels), SDLC, Business Procedures, Accounting Procedures, English, French, Counseling, Writing, Music Writing, Writing Computer Code, TI-8X Graphing Utility Proficiency, Trombone and Brass Proficiency, Sports Proficiency.
Corporate
BigLots! (MacFrugal's Bargins and CloseOuts),
Served and performed all necessary duties with varying resposibilities while persuing Bachelor's.
Carney, Sandoe & Associates,
BP,
Served as Assistant to shift-Manager and performed all necessary duties.
Kelly Services,
Served and performed all necessary duties with varying resposibilities while persuing post-Bachelor's credit at GSU.
Radio Shack Corporation,
Worked as Certified Sales Associate and Manager in Training at Radio Shack (M.I.T), August 1998 to August 1999. U Can Swim, Inc.,
Served and performed all necessary duties with varying resposibilities as Vice President.
Military
United States Army and Army Reserve (DEP:1992-1998). 22 October 1999 - 31 December 2007.
MOS: 74 Bravo-Computer Operator/Analyst
Rank: Specialist, E-4
GA STATE DEFENSE FORCE BAND, January 2005-present.
MOS: 105th GSDF Band and Security.
RANK: Corporal, E-4, Possessed Necessary Time to be Promoted to Sergeant, E-5, 2007-present.
City, State and Sole Proprietorship
Atlanta Public Schools,
August 2002 - present.
Work as Substitute Teacher of Mathematics, Business, Sciences, Physical Education, Computers, Information Technology, Industrial Technologies, Music, Day-Care, Social-Studies, and Language Arts, Foreign Languages (French, Spanish). J + Solutions,
Obtained and maintain Fulton County (Atlanta, GA) Business License since February 2001, and Durham County (Durham, NC) license since September 2007 . Atlanta Metropolitan College, Atlanta, GA. Worked as College Algebra Recitation Lab Assistant, Tutor of Mathematics, Tutor of English, and Tutor of the Natural Sciences. Worked as Coordinator of Recitation Reporting and Georgia Science Olympiad (GASO).
Course Work included in 2003-2004 as: Graduate Student.
Course Work included : Introduction to Oracle for Experienced SQL Users.
Earned 9 Radio Shack Electronic Certifications and 1 Compaq Computer Certification above 90%.
Degree: Bachelor of Science
Start Date/Complete Date-Graduation Date:September 1993-September 1997
Major: Mathematics
Performed special duties as Editor to update Duke's Online Computer Library Catalog (OCLC).
Fall 1993/Spring 1994/Summer 1996/Summer 1997.
Fall 1993.
Assisted in solving topics in Linear Algebra.
Programmed in various computer languages to model and graph nonlinear equations (e.g logistics equation) and to understand the equations' behaviors.
Attended Carolina/Ohio Science and Engineering Consortum (COSEN) held at Duke.
Georgia Tech Fellow.
Summer 1994.
Worked as paid public tutor for Math and Peer Tutoring Departments. Grader in Math Department.
Fall 1995/Spring 1996/Fall 1996/Spring 1997.
Responsible for opening and closing store, resolving conflicts, daily computer backup, major/minor store accounting functions such as counting money, making daily deposit, payroll, inventory, and scheduling of employees, ordering products, etc.
Lower Brass Section Leader, 2005-2008
Exempted Praxis and Gace Basic Skills tests (1992).
Passed Praxis and GACE Mathematics subject tests (4th-12th grades)(2002,2007).
February 2001-present.
Work on various technology projects.
Offer technology solutions by developing software, databases, and conducting Mathematics Tutoring and Mathematics Research.
Plan to have Ph.D. in near future.
January 2002 to 2010.
Served as
Currently, serve as Math Instructor and Consultant in G.A.M.E Division.
Atlanta Technical College ,
January 2006 to October 2006.
Worked in Learning Support as Mathematics and Technical Studies Tutor.
Served as Adjunct Faculty.
QED Consulting,
June 2002 to August 2002.
Worked as Instructor of Mathematics.
GA Department of Human Resources,
Worked as Computer Programmer/Analyst I/III(Interim) for the GA Department of Human Resources, October 1998 to April 2000.
Promoted to Computer Programmer/Analyst II, April 2000 .
Hired for Crystal Reports knowledge.
Served as SOARS, BAS and CPI project leader/lead programmer.
Responsible for database backup, database (DML, DDL, DCL) responsibilities, and system maintenance on existing programming code.
Wrote new programming code or applications for DHR Divisions according to set specifications.
Responsible for developing WordPerfect Templates to facilitate Statewide MHMRSA (now MHDDAD) Regional Board Contracting (Now 12 regions Statewide).
Provided telephone and on-site support on applications for Statewide MHDDAD Regional Boards.
Provided database administrative services in SQL Server 6.0 and Microsoft Access 97.
Trained in
SPARKS Floor Care Service And SPARKS Cleaning Services, Atlanta, GA. Activities/Volunteering
Adjudicator in Mathematics and Science Fairs, Education Director At Ashley Courts Apartments in Atlanta (2003-2004), Proctor for State Tests, Bill Braynon Big Band (Positive Energy), Duke University Jazz Ensemble Performer (1994-2000), Clayton State University Jazz Ensemble, Natural Blend Jazz Ensemble (Hosea Williams' Feed the Hungry Entertainer (1999-2002)), Metropolitan Atlanta Community Band (Trombone Section Leader 1999-2005, Asst. Sect. Leader 2005-present), Sylvan Hills Middle School Band Camp (2004-2005), West Side Winds Adult Wind Ensemble (Band Manager), GA Perimeter College Wind Ensemble ( Marketing Director, 2007), Zion Hill Instrumentalists, Georgia State Defense Force Band(2005-present). Mays Robo Raiders (Innovators) Web Designer Mentor (2006-present), Waymon Carver/Fletcher Henderson Festival Jazz Performer at Clark Atlanta University (1999-present), Duke Varsity Football (1994-95 season), Duke Club Football (1993, 1995, and 1996 seasons), Duke IM Captain (Basketball, Football, Softball).
Mathematical modeling, computer programming, reading, writing, music performance, production, sports, people, volunteering.
Certificate of Appreciation is gratefully presented to Recipient "Giving the Gift of Music" Volunteering your time & talents Sylvan Hills Middle School Band Camp 2004, August 6, 2004:The Unilever Corporation; Unilever Atlanta Production Manager-Sylvan Hills Middle School Principal.
Fletcher Henderson/Wayman Carver Invitational Jazz Festival at Clark Atlanta University
Presented to
Recipient
For Your Generous Commitment of References Available Upon Request
Learned and worked all phases of Family Businesses since 1980.
This Certificate is awarded to
Recipient
For participation in the Fletcher Henderson/Wayman Carver
Invitational Jazz Festival
March 17-18, 2006
James H. Patterson
Director
Clark Atlanta University Jazz Orchestra
Time, Support and Service
to
Mays High Robo Raiders
2006-2007