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Ray Nance

Ray Nance

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Deserts Deep LLC | USA / Denmark

Technologies

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Introduction to SQL

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Tableau Fundamentals

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Introduction to R

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Introduction to SQL

Quantitative storyteller, weaving narratives through data analysis.

My Work

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Introduction to the Tidyverse

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Introduction to R

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Intermediate R

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Introduction to the Tidyverse

DataCamp Course Completion

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Introduction to SQL
Introduction to R
Introduction to Tableau
Introduction to the Tidyverse

My Work Experience

Where I've interned and worked during my career.

Biological Chemistry | Aug 2021 - Dec 2022

Program Coordinator/TA

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TEL Library | May 2020 - Present

Curriculum Designer

Part Time contract, Design and verify assessment items for online courses. Review and verify accuracy of assignments, instructions, and materials for online Physical Science course. Engage in discussions regarding corrections and/or changes via Google Documents
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Scuba 8 | Jul 2019 - Present

PADI IDC Staff Instructor

PADI IDC Staff Instructor (MSDT-299781) – April 2014: Responsible for teaching beginning, specialty, advanced, and rescue diver classes. Teaching: Bubblemaker, Open-Water Diver, Advanced Open-Water Diver, Rescue Diver, Master Scuba Diver, Divemaster, Assistant Instructor, Emergency First Response Scuba specialties: Altitude, Boat, Deep, Drift, Drysuit, Side-Mount, Self- Reliant, Multi-Level, Underwater Navigation, Night, Search and Recovery, Enriched Air, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Project Aware, AWARE Coral Reef Conservation EFR specialties: Care for Children w/AED, Emergency Oxygen Provider

Explora | Sep 2017 - Jun 2018

Research and Evaluation Assistant

Assist in development of assessment models for museum programs. Lead in helping Explora prepare for Assessment for Equity meeting.

Freelance | Jun 2017 - Present

Independent Consultant

After a wonderful first career in industry and second career in education, I have embarked on my third career in which I am using a large bag of tricks developed through my experiences and education to help others as an Instructional Designer, Data Analyst, Troubleshooting Consultant, Reviewer of Documents and all other areas as described under skills.

The University of New Mexico: Department of Chemistry and

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Deserts Deep LLC | Jan 2017 - Present

Education and Training Consultancy

I am the owner of Deserts Deep, LLC, a company providing cutting-edge training for clients at many levels in multiple areas. After completing a Ph.D. in Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education, I expanded the original scope of Deserts Deep (scuba, caving, hiking, and other outdoor skills) to include instructional design and implementation in areas as diverse as corporate training, adult learning, GMP, biosafety, biosecurity, and project management. In the future, Deserts Deep looks to not only aid clients in developing and implementing training programs, but to also engage in cutting edge research into the efficacy of training models. Most recently, Desert Deep has consulted with Vibeke Halkjaer-Knudsen to begin to provide services in the area of Biological Risk Management.

Deep Blue Scuba | Jul 2013 - Jul 2019

PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer

PADI Master Scuba Diver Trainer (MSDT-299781) – April 2014: Responsible for teaching beginning, specialty, advanced, and rescue diver classes with Deep Blue Scuba. Issued 50 diving certifications during 2014 Instructing certifications include Altitude Diver, Boat Diver, Deep Diver, Drift Diver, Multi- Level Diver, Enriched Air Diver, Peak Performance Buoyancy, Project Aware, AWARE Coral Reef Conservation

The University of New Mexico | Aug 2015 - Jun 2017

Graduate Teaching Assistant / Poor Ph.D. Student

Currently working on dissertation.

The ASK Academy | Jul 2010 - Jun 2015

Project Manager

Joined The ASK Academy during the start-up phase, prior to the start of the first year of teaching. Collaboratively worked to create the educational program that would best meet the intent of the Academy mission and vision, as outlined in the state approved charter. Lead responsibility for the development of physical sciences and engineering curriculum. Responsible for verifying alignment of curriculum to Common Core and Next Generation standards Developed, recruited, and provided leadership for ASK robotics team. Responsible for procurement of materials and for arranging travel for myself and students to in-state and out of state competitions and for visits to schools. Provided multiple opportunities for students to obtain experiences outside of the traditional school setting. Used these opportunities as a springboard for developing new programs. Responsible, as Level III teacher, to take a lead role in the organization and evaluation of the school program. Took lead role in the mentorship program. Selected as New Mexico Charter School Teacher of the Year, 2012, while at The ASK Academy.

Carlsbad Municipal Schools | Aug 1995 - Jun 2010

Teacher

Responsible, as Level III teacher and department chair, to lead the Secondary Science Department of Carlsbad Municipal Schools. Took the lead in conducting an internal evaluation of the secondary science programs in Carlsbad Municipal Schools to verify compliance with the New Mexico Science Standards and Benchmarks. As an educational leader and member of the District Accreditation Committee, evaluated curriculum for alignment with New Mexico Standards and Benchmarks. Determined the need for additional courses and for cancelling of existing courses that did not meet needs. Responsible for writing grants to support student activities and professional development. Developed hands-on earth science curriculum to better engage middle school students in learning. Provided leadership in after-school and extracurricular activities. Selected to first Fellows class for The Society for Science and the Public, 2009

New Mexico State University | Jan 2003 - May 2006

Adjunct Faculty

Taught “Methods of Teaching Elementary School Science” class as a part of the NMSU pre-service program for pre-service elementary school teachers Developed ‘Methods’ course for pre-service elementary school teachers that focused on project based, interdisciplinary, themed activities in the elementary classroom. Provided interactive instruction centered on discussion of weekly readings, student participation in activities presented as examples of what was being taught, and in the student development of project based, interdisciplinary activities and instructional units. All activities were shared among students and provided a portfolio of instructional materials from which the teachers would eventually draw in their own classrooms.

University of the Southwest | Jan 1997 - May 2000

Adjunct Instructor

Developed curriculum for and taught geoscience courses as a part of the engineering management program for College of the Southwest. Prepared pre-service environmental engineers and engineering managers to deal with surface water and groundwater hydrology issues as well as evaluation of potential geologic hazards.

Hagerman Public Schools | Aug 1993 - Jun 1995

Teacher

Developed and taught middle school and high school science curriculum including five different courses per day. Developed and coordinated extracurricular activities to encourage science literacy in students. Founding member of Realistic Applied Technology Symposium (RATS). Program brought students from multiple school districts together to collaborate in a day of scientific inquiry in which the focus was building connections, rather than competition. Organized and coordinated activities of the Hagerman Science Olympiad team. Members participated in multiple challenges at the regional and state level. Responsible for promotion of scientific inquiry among district students. Organized and coordinated the district science fair, enabling students to attend the regional and state science fairs. Responsible for development of technology plan incorporating computers in the classroom.

University of Northern Colorado | Aug 1990 - May 1993

Teaching Assistant: Chemistry and Biochemistry

Responsible for the instruction of chemistry laboratory classes and for the management of the chemistry laboratory facilities. Prepared and instructed labs for General Chemistry, Organic Chemistry, and Biochemistry classes. Responsible for the adaptation of existing laboratory curriculum to meet the changing needs of students and to comply with new regulatory changes. Collaborated with the professor-of-record in several classes to revise and rewrite lab curriculum.

Benson Mineral Group | Jun 1988 - Aug 1990

Production Technician

Responsible the preparation of daily, monthly, and annual reports for distribution within the company, to shareholders, and to regulatory agencies. Upgraded production accounting system to enable more accurate, timely reporting to state and federal agencies. Responsible for design, construction, and maintenance of Production Department computer systems. Designed, built, and installed computer system and developed software macros for remote input of daily production data by field personnel. Responsible for designing, building, maintaining, modifying, and updating Production Department computer systems.

Westinghouse Electric Company | Mar 1987 - Mar 1988

Planning/Control Analyst

Responsible for the preparation of weekly, monthly, and annual reports for internal distribution and distribution to the Department of Energy and other shareholders. Responsible for the preparation of monthly presentations given by the WIPP DOE Deputy Project Manager to the Albuquerque Operations Office of the Department of Energy. Responsible for preparation of the annual WIPP budget and accounting responsibility to the Department of Energy and Congress. Developed multiple presentations in support of DOE and Westinghouse management. Developed financial tracking system, tying budget and costs to construction schedules and progress. Attended CSCS/C training at West Valley Nuclear Services in West Valley, NY. Performed quality checks to assure project compliance with DOE orders. Prepared revision of the WIPP Project Plan for submission to congress by DOE management.

Westinghouse Electric Company | Mar 1985 - Feb 1987

Associate Engineer

Assure readiness of facilities for operation and turnover to the Department of Energy and the Management/Operating Contractor, Westinghouse Electric Corporation. Responsible for the development and coordination of systems operational testing and subsequent reporting. Evaluated construction specifications and design for compliance with WIPP Design Criteria. Evaluated construction and plant operational status to determine potential need for modifications or additional construction needed prior to full-scale operation. Received the George Westinghouse Signature Award of Excellence in recognition of attention to detail.

Westinghouse Electric Company | Jul 1984 - Feb 1985

Technical Specialist

Responsible for developing research procedures for precision instruments and telementing systems in an underground mining environment. Responsible for the installation of precision instruments and telementing systems and for developing and implementing a continuous monitoring system.

Morco Geological Services | May 1982 - Jun 1984

Geologist

Implemented a wellsite lithology and hydrocarbon monitoring system. Consulted with customer geologist in the evaluation of potential producing zones at the wellsite.

My Education

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Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education in Teaching, Learning, and Teacher EducationThe University of New Mexico | 2022
NA, Project ManagementUNM Continuing Education | 2016
M.S., Secondary Science Teaching: Chemistry and Earth Sciences emphasis in Chemistry, Geosciences, and EducationUniversity of Northern Colorado | 1993
B.S., Composite SciencesWayland Baptist University | 1982

About Me

Ray Nance

BS and MS in chemistry and geosciences, Ph.D. in Teaching, Learning, and Teacher Education, and now I'm looking to add data analytics to my bag of tricks as I begin my third career.

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