Atlanta
phone:404-357-2589
email: JosephSparks@jplussolutions.com
Walden University,
Degree:
Doctorate of Philosophy in Applied Management and Decision Sciences
Concentration: General (Distance Learning)
Completion Date: Spring 2010.
American InterContinental University,
Degree:
Masters Degree of Information Technology (MIT or MSc equivalent)
Concentration: Applications Development
Completion Date: Summer 2005.
Central Michigan
University , Mt. Pleasant, MI
Course Work included : Graduate Student.
GEORGIA STATE
UNIVERSITY, Atlanta, GA 30303
Credit for work completed, 1999-2003. Course work included: Advanced Linear Algebra, Data Structures
and Algorithm Analysis in C++, Computer Architecture, Database Systems, Business
Writing, Macro-Economics, Introductory Linear Algebra, Discrete Mathematics,
Mathematics And Technology, Elementary Statistics.
ORACLE
UNIVERSITY , Alpharetta, GA
Course Work included : Introduction to Oracle for Experienced SQL Users.
RADIO
SHACK,
Earned 9 Radio Shack
Electronic Certifications and 1 Compaq Computer Certification above 90%.
DUKE UNIVERSITY, Trinity College of Arts and Sciences, Durham, NC 27708
Bachelor of Science Degree: September 1997
Major: Mathematics
Course work included: Abstract Algebra, Differential Equations, Intermediate and
Advanced Calculus, Linear Algebra, Probability, Statistics, Mathematical
Biology (Math Independent Study), Program Design and Analysis I & II in
C++, Linear Programming (Econometrics), Micro-Economics, Numerical Analysis,
Physics, Chemistry, Biology, English, French, Psychology, Applied Music, Music
Theory, Jazz History, Jazz Independent Study, Dance History, Internet
Communities.
MAYS HIGH
SCHOOL,
Diploma awarded June 4, 1993.
GPA: 4.14 out of 4.0. (6 AP Classes Completed)
Rank: Top 1%
Leadership Experiences at Duke
Perkins
Library
Worked on team in Perkins Library as data entry
specialist.
Performed special duties as Editor to update Duke's Online Computer Library
Catalog (OCLC).
Fall 1993/Spring 1994/Summer 1996/Summer 1997.
Health
Services Intern
Worked in Cardiology Department as Health
Services Intern at
Fall 1993.
Research
Apprentice
Worked as Research Apprentice for Duke/Georgia
Tech.
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.
Tutoring
Worked as private, paid tutor for Computer
Science Department.
Worked as paid public tutor for Math and Peer Tutoring Departments.
Fall 1995/Spring 1996/Fall 1996/Spring 1997.
Microsoft Word
5.0/6.0/7.0/97/2000/2002/2003/XP, Corel WordPerfect 7/8/9/2000, Microsoft Access, SQL Server
6/6.5/7/2000, Oracle8/9i, SQL*PLUS, PL/SQL, Relational Database Design, Java,
UNIX, Linux, CHMOD, Windows (95,98,Me,NT,XP), C/C++, Pro C/C++, Pascal,
Basic,True Basic, Visual Basic 3/3/4/5/6/.NET,Visual C++ 4, Visual C++ 6, MFC,
Crystal Reports 5/6/7/8, Assembly Language, HTML 3.2, Active Server Pages
2.0/.NET, Front Page 98/2000/2002, Visual Interdev 6, ODBC, JDBC, ADO, RDO, Embedded SQL, Dynamic SQL, 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.
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.
Responsible for opening and closing store, daily backup, other major/minor
store functions such as counting money, making daily deposit, payroll,
inventory, and scheduling of employees, ordering products.
U Can Swim, Inc.,
Served and performed all necessary duties with varying resposibilities as Vice President.
Military
United States
Army and Army Reserve (DEP). October 1992 -
December 2005.
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,
Lower Brass Section Leader, 2007-2008
Promoted to Sargeant, E-5, 2007-2008.
City, State
and Sole Proprietorship
Atlanta Public Schools,
August
2002 - present.
Work as Substitute Teacher of Mathematics, Sciences, Physical Education,
Computers, Information Technology, Industrial Technologies, Music, Day-Care,
Social-Studies, and Language Arts.
Exempted Basic Skills tests.
Passed Praxis and GACE subject tests.
"J +
Solutions",
February 2001-present. style='mso-bidi-font-style:normal'>
Obtained and maintain Fulton County (Atlanta, GA) Business License
since February 2001, and Durham County (Durham, NC) license since September 2007 .
Work on various technology projects.
Offer technology solutions by developing software, databases, and conducting
Mathematics Tutoring and Mathematics Research.
Plan to have Ph.D. by 2010.
Atlanta
Metropolitan College, Atlanta, GA.
January 2002 to present.
Worked as College Algebra
Recitation Lab Assistant, Tutor of Mathematics, Tutor of English, and Tutor of
the Natural Sciences.
Served as
Currently, serve as Math Instructor and Consultant in G.A.M.E Division.
Atlanta
Technical College ,
February 2006 to September 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 for the GA Department of Human Resources, October 1998
to April 2000.
Promoted to Computer Programmer/Analyst II, April 2000 .
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.
Learned and worked all phases of Family Businesses since 1980.
Adjudicator in Mathematics and
Science Fairs, Proctor for State Tests, Bill Braynon Big Band (Positive
Energy), Duke University Jazz Ensemble, 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(2005-2008). 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.
Certificate
of Appreciation Awarded to Joseph L. Sparks for Outstanding Service to the
Certificate of Appreciation is
gratefully presented to Joseph L. Sparks "Giving the Gift of Music"
Volunteering your time & talents Sylvan Hills Middle School Band Camp 2004,
August 6, 2004:The Unilever Corporation; Ricardo Mason, Unilever Atlanta
Production Manager-Gwen Atkinson, Sylvan Hills Middle School Principal.
Fletcher Henderson/Wayman Carver
Invitational Jazz Festival at Clark Atlanta University
This Certificate is awarded to
Joseph L. Sparks
For participation in the Fletcher Henderson/Wayman Carver
Invitational Jazz Festival
March 17-18, 2006
James H. Patterson
Director
Clark Atlanta University Jazz Orchestra
Presented to
Mr. Joseph Sparks
For Your Generous Commitment
Of Time, Support And Service
To The
ROBO
RAIDERS
2006-2007
References Available Upon Request