1. Andrew Ray Franks
601 N. Colpitts Blvd, Fort Stockton, TX 79735 (432)-266-8282 andrewrayfranks@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Leadership and physical training have been a part of my life since Junior High School. I competed in
athletics from Junior High through my career in the military up until this very day. From my adolescence
through my adulthood I have had experience working with others in the field of physical fitness. I
continue to use my military experience, background in physical fitness, leadership, and my teaching and
coaching abilities to work with athletes in high school and adults outside of school.
Key Strengths
Experience in teaching
youth and adults for 8
years
Strong mathematical,
computer science, and
sports science
background
Strong leadership and
managerial experience
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Fort Stockton Independent School District Aug 2012-Present
Teacher (mathematics, shop), Head Cross Country, Assistant Swimming Coach, Freshman Football
Coach, Assistant Track, Assistant Powerlifting.
As a math teacher I plan lessons for six classes, create tests for assessments, and coordinate with
other teachers and staff to efficiently facilitate the education of students. I collect and analyze
assessment data in order to gauge my teaching effectiveness. I will be applying my capabilities
as a math teacher in the shop this year. As a coach, I have designed and implemented strength
and conditioning program for the high school swim team for the past 3 years. I have been
proactive in the development and procurement of training aids and equipment for athletics. I
have participated in the planning and scheduling of summer football camps and regular season
practices as a freshman football coach. This year I will also be coaching cross country, track, and
powerlifting, and beginning spring semester I will be teaching Kinesiology 1164 for Midland
College WRTTC.
Texas Department of Criminal Justice Aug 2010- July 2012
Maintenance Supervisor III
Respond to emergency maintenance calls during the normal working hours and after hours when
on call. Maintain the overall maintenance of the Fort Stockton N5 unit by responding to work
order requests and being proactive during normal daily walkthroughs. Troubleshoot electrical,
plumbing, AC/HVAC, pneumatic locks, and carpentry issues at the unit while maintaining the
safety of myself, my workers, staff, and inmates at the unit. Supervise 3-8 inmates on a daily
basis while practicing proper safety procedures and extreme tool control. Assigning the priority
and planning of daily work activities and coordinating with the unit supervisors to ensure safety
and security rules and procedures are not interfered with or violated. Coordinating with the
maintenance office clerk in the location of parts and the requisitioning of required parts.
United States Marine Corps, San Diego, CA Aug 2005–Aug 2010
Loadmaster Instructor, Non-Commissioned Officer Aircrew Training
As a loadmaster I was responsible for supervising the loading, positioning, and the safety of all
passengers and cargo carried in a KC-130J cargo aircraft. My responsibility was to ensure that
the aircraft’s stability is maintained before flight operations can take place. As a loadmaster
instructor it was my job to train unqualified Marine loadmasters. I trained these Marines on the

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proper performance of the job and how to become successful, reliable, and independent
loadmasters. I have trained over 20 Marine Loadmasters, 14 of which have become fully
qualified loadmasters. As the Non-Commissioned Officer of Aircrew Training, I directly
supervised four other Marine loadmasters and sometimes up to ten. It was my job to ensure that
all loadmasters are trained in a in a timely manner and qualified loadmasters were assigned to the
proper mission, and coordinate with the pilots and crew chiefs to establish a flight schedule. I
had successfully coordinated over 400 flights and have compiled a total of 2000 hours of flight
time all of which were completed with safety and success.
EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
High School Diploma Fort Stockton High School Fort Stockton, TX August 1995 – May 1999
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science University of Texas at San Antonio San Antonio, TX August
2001- December 2004
Master’s degree in Sports Science with and emphasis in coaching & fitness, United States Sports
Academy Daphne, AL January 2008 – June 2010
Certified in Strength and Conditioning, United States Sports Academy Daphne, AL May 2011
Texas Teachers Certification in Mathematics 8-12 July 2012
Texas Teachers Certification in Health EC-12 December 2013
Texas Teachers Certification in Physical Education EC-12 December 2013
Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, National Strength & Conditioning Association Aug 2014
Texas Teachers Certification in Technology Education 6-12 May 2015
Certified USAW Sports Performance Coach Level 1 July 2015
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
National Strength & Conditioning Association (June 2014-present)
Texas High School Coaches Association (July 2013- present)
Alpha Tau Omega Fraternity (active 2000-2004, currently alumni)
United States Powerlifting League USAPL(September 2001- April 2004)
Texas High School Powerlifting Association (Judge’s certification January 2000-present)
HONORS AND AWARDS
2014-2015 Voted Educator of the Year for Fort Stockton High School
Annual Participant in the Spartan Obstacle Races
2015 completed first Spartan Hurricane Heat
2015 completed second trifecta medal (Spartan Races)
2014 completed first trifecta medal (Spartan Races)
Placed 1st
in division, in Sand hills 10K run January 2011, 2012
Placed 1st
in division, in the Make a Wish Foundation 10K run November 2010
Placed 1st
in the West Texas Tortoise and Hare 5K run September 2010
Graduating from the United States Sports Academy with honors for achieving a 3.89 GPA
Received high Combat Fitness Test (CFT) score award for performance of annual CTF
Recognized for attaining over 1000 mishap free flying hours as a loadmaster Sept 2009
Awarded combat aircrew wings with three silver stars during Operation Iraqi Freedom 2008
Awarded four air strike flight medals for performance during Operation Iraqi Freedom 2008
Awarded good conduct medal for four years of service without incident 2008
Placed 5th
in Martin Luther King 5k run Al Asad Iraq February 2009
Placed 10th
in Army 10 mile run Al Asad Iraq October 2008
Placed 13th
in Air Force Half Marathon al Asad Iraq September 2008

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Recognized for leadership in Loadmaster Shop at VMGR-352 Marine Corps Ball November 2007
Placed 1st
or 2nd
in several local USAPL sanctioned competitions from September 2001- March 2004
Qualified to participate in USAPL State & National competition March 2004
Won 2nd
place Men’s Collegiate Powerlifting State Meet April 2003
Qualified to participate in USAPL State & National competition March 2003
Placed 8th
in National powerlifting meet (USAPL) April 2002
Qualified to participate in USAPL State & National Competition March 2002
Graduated with honors from Fort Stockton High School
Received UIL Powerlifting Scholarship for winning essay contest June 1999
Received four year honor student award May 1999