Dave Coleman

Experience

1. Educator

   Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District

   Sep 2021 — Present · Livermore, CA, US

   I am a seasoned business instructor and coach with over 20 years of experience in the field. I am passionate about helping students achieve their goals. I use my extensive knowledge and expertise to ensure that every lesson plan and curriculum I develop is tailored to each student\'s needs. As an instructor and people manager, I have worked with hundreds of students and employees in various fields. My goal is to help every student become more knowledgeable about the world around them through my lessons.I teach and design comprehensive IB Business Management courses for Standard and Higher Levels, helping students understand essential business concepts and their global applications. My curriculum covers key business functions like marketing, operations, finance, and human resource management, encouraging critical thinking and practical application of theories.Through a combination of real-world case studies, interactive discussions, and project-based learning, I prepare students for the complexities of the global economy. I also guide students through their Internal Assessments and Extended Essays, fostering their research, data analysis, and report-writing skills to meet IB curriculum standards.By integrating real-world business practices and current events into the classroom, I aim to develop the next generation of business leaders equipped with the knowledge, ethics, and skills to thrive in a rapidly evolving business environment.

Education

• University of California, Riverside

  BA, Social Psychology, Business Administration

• 3D Sports

  Certificate in Sports Life Coaching, Athletic Performance

  2012 — 2013

• Southern New Hampshire University

  Master's degree, English Literature

  2012 — 2014