Sample Resume 2010

Richard G. Zhao

642 Lauren Drive

Woodford, WI 53599

(608) 465-8889

SOFTWARE DEVELOPER  � PROGRAMMER

Experienced software developer with broad knowledge base including design and implementation of systems development and network security administration. Exceptional communication, teaching, and program development skills. Member of Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers.

Eligible for Reactivation of Top Secret Security Clearance

Technical Skills

Selected Projects

�    Emergency Management Information System (EMIS) Module Development and Implementation:
Wrote important modules and a large portion of infrastructure for Emergency Management software used by the governments to communicate critical information during emergencies. Delivered crucial networking functionality within cost and schedule.

�    Emergency Management Information System (EMIS) Module Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
Led member of  military EMIS software implementation, management, and troubleshooting team. Assisted in addressing networking issues and built service packs.

Professional Experience

Programmer, COMPUTE, INC.

2002 � present

�    Wrote and tested critical, complex software for government Emergency Preparedness Program.

�    Manage sensitive project data used to ensure safety, security, and transfer of current, critical information.

�    Ensure integration and usability of code.

Associate Faculty, WOODFORD COMMUNITY COLLEGE

2000 � 2002

�    Taught English as a Second Language courses to adult students.

�    Designed interesting and effective lesson plans and provided one-on-one conversational sessions.

Freelance Writer/Editor, GAME, INC

1997 � 2001

�    Wrote creative and instructional materials for game company.

�    Authored adventure game books.

�    Delivered all projects on time and to specifications.

English Teacher, INSTITUTE OF WOODFORD

1999 �  2000

�    Privately tutored ESL students in grammar and conversation.

Visiting Assistant Professor,  NATION UNIVERSITY

1998 �  1999

�    Taught conversational English for college students.

�    Trained fellow instructors.

�    Volunteered to teach continuing education courses for community members.

ESOL Teacher, WOODFORD HIGH SCHOOL

1995 �  1997

�    Taught conversational and written English to students.

�    Created effective courses using literature.

Military Service

Linguist,  UNITED STATES ARMY, Fort Hood, TX

1991 �  1995

�    Top Secret/SCI Security Clearance.

�    Provided translation services as a Non-Commissioned Officer for the NSA.

�    Translated intercepted voice and electronic communications

Education

Master of Science in Computer Science

University of Wisconsin GPA 3.9

Master of Arts in Instructional Systems Development, TESOL Concentration

University of Wisconsin 4.0

K-12 ESOL Certification

Wisconsin State Department of Education

Bachelor of Arts in Linguistics

University of Wisconsin at Madison