Scott A. Gasparian
650.218.3984
www.1sky.com

Objective Expertise Experience Other

Objective
The advent of computers and the internet in the classroom is a boon to education, but along with it comes a lot of problems. I believe that the internet is a tool for education, but both students and faculty need to be trained how to use it effectively.
Having spent time as a classroom teacher, I can approach technology in the classroom from the student and faculty side. I can offer complete computer solutions to the educational sector, including network, machine, software, and training aspects. I am able to listen and communicate with Teachers, Staff and Administration in defining and specifying technology and curriculum needs and solutions for both the classroom and offices.
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Expertise

 

Hardware: Can diagnose and repair most hardware problems on a variety of platforms and equipment. Extensive experience in Embedded Systems control and connectivity issues. SMT component level diagnostics and repair including Macintosh, PC-Clone, Sun, Cisco, and laptops. Extensive work on 10-base-T cabling and hubs/switches, including installation of hubs, patch panels, room drops, cable certification, link diagnostics, and network planning and strategies. Familiar with most routers and gateways, can configure and test internet connectivity devices. Able to read and understand product literature, so can configure most AV equipment including projectors, printers, scanners, bar-code systems, and other peripheral components. Can Design and Fabricate neccessary mountings and hardwares for systems, racks, patch bays, and custom enclosures.


Software: Primarily a “Unix” guy, i prefer to work on Linux, but am versed in MacOSX, SunOS4.x, BSD, HPUX, and AUX. Extensive experience in TCP/IP environments, including DNS setup and configuration, Routing protocols, mixed IP networks, Domain Registrations, SMTP and POP services, and ISP/Telco coordination .Very proficient with Apple XServer products, AppleShare, AppleshareIP, AtEase, and all aspects of Mac-Internet connectivity. Familiar with Windows and Windows servers.


Applications: Can install, configure and use: FinalCutPro, DVDstudio, ClarisWorks, FilemakerPro, Photoshop, Web-Design tools, PageMaker, Illustrator, MS-Office ,Spreadsheets, Word and other WP, Email programs, Browsers, FTP Clients, Telnet and SSH, and Cisco IOS.

Industrial Arts: competent to teach Electronics Shop (Beinging-Advanced, Robotics, Microcontrollers), Metal Shop (Machine, Smithing, Fabrication), Welding (Gas, Arc, MIG, TIG), Plastics (Thermo, Vacuform), Wood Shop, Glass (FlameWork and Slump), and basic Theater Arts (Stagehands, Prop construction, Lighting, Audio, Video)

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Experience

2005-2006: Science/Electronics/Robotics Teacher, Orion Academy, Moraga, CA.

Orion Academy is a day school designed to provide a state of the art academic program for high school students whose academic success is compromised by a neurocognitive disability such as Aspergers Syndrome or NLD.

2003-2004: Sewing Instructor, Little Hands Creations, Seattle, WA.

I traveled to various Elementary Schools in the Seattle area to teach basic machine Sewing. My talents with machines and children found a wonderful synergy as I brought a full sewing lab to schools.
Responsibilities where to transport, setup, maintain, and teach a sewing lab to Elementary aged children for an after school sewing program. Our projects ranged from simple pillows and seasonal projects (Halloween
pumpkins, tree ornaments, etc) to advanced quilts and doll clothes.

1999-2000: Technology Teacher, Gateway High School, San Francisco, CA.

Designed and Installed computers and networks for entire campus. Created curriculum and
guidelines for computer and network use and taught students and faculty. As
part of the original faculty, we

1998-present: Sole Proprietor, 1Sky, Technologies and Consulting, Greater Urantia .

1Sky is a consulting firm for Educational Network and Computer needs, specializing in custom networks and internet installations. I provide a variety of technical and artistic services including laptop repair, wireless and wired network installations, video/DVD production, and Embedded Systems Design. Please see my full website at http://www.1sky.com/tech for more info.

1994-1998: Technology Coordinator / Teacher, Lick-Wilmerding High School, San Francisco, CA.

Taught semester courses: Introduction to Computers, Networks, Robotics, and Electronics.
Designed and installed comprehensive campus wide Network: 10-base-T, Fiber,10-base-2, Cisco 3640 router with T1 connectivity, and AppleTalk. Constructed, installed, and configured web/mail/DNS/file server for campus. Specified, procured, installed, configured 3 labs of student machines, and faculty machines, total 240 computers. Instituted student run WebClub which is responsible for the LWHS website, peer student computer training, faculty assistance, and overall net community.

Jan 1991-August1993: System Administrator, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (ETH), Zurich Switzerland

Responsible for upkeep and upgrades of 300+ computer network with 3000+ faculty and student accounts. Primarily Sun3 and Sun4 workstations, i also maintained a large server facility consisting of 6 Sun3/280, 2 Sparcstation 2000, and 1 Convex

Mar 1989- Dec 1990: Technical Support, Supercomputer Computations Research Institute at FSU

Responsible for all aspects of PC support, including specifications, procurement, installation, configuration, maintenance, and network connectivity to CM4 and ETA-10 supercomputers.

Dec 1987 -Feb 1989: Manager, Phyrst Bar and Grill, Tallahassee, FL.

Responsible for all aspects of afternoon and evening shifts, staffing, payroll, inventory, quality control, liquor regulations, booking and scheduling of Entertainment, and premise security for a campus favorite restaurant and bar.

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Other Pursuits:

WebMaster for Bay Area Independent Schools Network (BAISNet), a collaborative organization for Technology persons from Independent schools. Meets once a month at rotating schools to discuss educational technology issues and share information and experiences.

Regional Director, United States Hang Gliding Association (USHGA). Elected by members in Region 2 (N. Cal and NV) to represent Hang and Paraglider pilots to the national association. Actively involved with flying site preservation and acquisition in the Bay Area, Safety concerns and Accident Investigations and Reporting. Co-Author of Paragliding Study Guide and Instructor Certification Programs

Advanced Paraglider Pilot(P4), and Tandem Paraglider Pilot(T1) Ratings for Paraglider, USHGA #61960

Mainainer of Bay Area Paragliding Association website.

Swiss Paraglider Pilot Rating, Schweizerischen Hangegleiter-Verbandes(SHV)#28095

Have also been known to play music on a variety of instruments, bicycle regularly, and study the Weather a bit.

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