1. D. Preston Harris, Sr.
Address: 432 Fisher St.
West Columbia, Texas 77486
Phone: (409) 455-4643
Email: DPHS1906@yahoo.com
Objective
To obtain a professionalposition where utilization of my experience, education, strong organizational skills, and
ability to work well with people will provide not only growth, opportunity and challenge, but where I can maximize
my training experience, program development skills and teaching abilities in achieving the company’s goals based
upon quality assurance,program development, and training experience.
Professional Experience
BASF Freeport July 28, 2014 – Current
 Process Technician
Beaumont ISD
Principal Experience Aug. 2009- Aug. 2014
 Principal South Park Middle School Feb. 2013 – July 2014
 Asst. Principal West Brook High School Aug. 2012 – Feb. 2013
 Asst. Principal J.J. Vincent Middle School Aug. 2009- Aug. 2012
 Principal Summer School Summer 2010/ 2012
 Asst. Summer School Summer 2009/2011
Teacher/Coach Experience Aug. 2004 – Aug. 2008
 Dr. Martin Luther King Middle School
 Central Medical Magnet High School
Youth Guidance Experience March 1997-July 2004
 Caseworker, Spindletop MHMR, BMT, Texas
 Caseworker/Juvenile Correctional Officer
 Texas Youth Commission, Al Price State Juvenile
Correctional Facility
Education/ Honors
Region 5 Asst. Principal of the Year Middle School. 2010/2011
Prairie View A&M University
 Master of Education in Education Administration. 2008
 Master of Arts in Counseling. 2004
Lamar University-Beaumont
 Superintendent Program. 2013
 Bachelor of Science in Sociology. 2001
Lamar University Institute of Technology
 Associate of Science Process Operations. 2000

2. Key Qualifications
I have over 15 years of extensive background in supervising, monitoring, training, educating and promoting
the aims and objectives in various organization. My roles as a mentor, teacher, trainer, principal, and process
operator have given me the experience to be a dynamic team leader, ability to bring energy, enthusiasm, and
humor to motivate team members to achieve potential and meet objectives. My background coupled with
various degrees including: an associate’s degree in process operations, a bachelor’s degree in Sociology, a
master’s degree in Counseling, and a master’s degree in Education Administration has afforded me the
opportunity to incorporate various proven educational, social, and behavioral philosophies within a company.
In doing this, I have gained the experience to oversee and assist peers in methods of reaching success,
provide management, coach and develop training classes, evaluate trainings and others, as well as provide
and receive feedback.
As a supervisor,I believe to help others meet their fullest potential it is important to provide an environment that
purposefully engages themin active relevant learning and implement strategies to collaborate and to continuously
improve on a day-to-day basis.
RELEVANT SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* Conduct dynamic and enjoyable training for staff.
*Self-Motivated, detail-oriented, organize and prioritize work assignments and work independently or teamwork
while being flexible and adapt to various situations.
* Knowledge of Business English, skills in public and human relations, accurate record maintenance. Compose
and/oredit correspondence with the use of standard office equipment. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
* Skill in supervising others while practicing effective interpersonal communication skills effectively both orally
and in writing. Ability to establish and maintain confidentiality and effective working relationships.
* Establish and promote the maintenance of a safe, accident free, and healthy work environment.
* Planned and structured resources,and managed a budget.
Computer Skills
 Software (IBM and MAC environments): Microsoft Windows® and DOS, WordPerfect, Lotus123,
Microsoft Word, PageMaker, AutoCAD, Books in Print, Excel, Powerpoint, and Publisher.
 Wide spread use of varying technology in the classroom including: projectors, white boards, smart boards,
Professional Affiliations
 Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity
 Prince Hall F&AM
 National Alliance of Black School Educators (NABSE)
 National Association for the Advancement of Colored People (NAACP)
 Chi Sigma Iota Honor Society
 Mentor Program –South Park Middle School, Central High, West Brook High, Columbia-Brazoria ISD
 TSTA/NEA
 Texas Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP)
 Mentor IEA/Ben’s Kids
 Mentor: Big Brothers/Big Sisters
 Little Dribblers
 CAC Legacy CommunityHealth Services
 Amelia Little League
 Parent Teacher Association