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Curriculum Vitae
1. DAVID A. VAZQUEZ, J.D.
CURRICULUM VITAE
16011 Whitespring Drive ● Whittier, CA. 90604●562.676.7363●davidvazquez.ed@gmail.com
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PROFILE
Experienced hardworking academic leader with a practical hands-on approach who continually strives for
the improvement of faculty and curricular performance through coordinated best practices. Entrusted with
the implementation and operation of the institution’s academic vision and mission to ensure student
persistence, satisfaction, and academic achievement in compliance with the U.S. Department of
Education, CA – Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, and the Accrediting Commission of Career
Schools and Colleges. Demonstrated ability to compile and analyze information, digest facts/figures and
complex technical issues while identifying potential liabilities to minimize exposure and develop
contingencies. Exceptional negotiation and problem solving skills to swiftly identify root causes to develop
effective solutions. Extensive experience and proven success in leading new initiatives while maximizing
profits. Proven aptitude to lead, coach, and motivate a diverse team to complete projects and initiatives to
the highest standards, with a meticulous attention to detail.
EDUCATION
University of La Verne, College of Law
Juris Doctorate 2007
Moot Court honors
California Polytechnic State University, Pomona
Bachelors of Science, Hospitality Management 1996
Thesis: “Market Confusion in Las Vegas”
EDUCATION LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
ICDC College, Corporate Headquarters, Los Angeles, CA
Corporate Director of Education 2011 to 2013
Academic administrator entrusted with the effective implementation and operation of the academic
vision and institutional mission to ensure a high level of academic integrity and excellence in
compliance with the U.S. Department of Education, CA Bureau for Private Postsecondary
Education and the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges.
RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Instructor management, development, assessment, and/or evaluation in adherence to
academic polices and curriculums.
Maintained compliance with Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
(ACCSC), US. Department of Education (DOE), and Bureau of Private Postsecondary
Education (BPPE).
Monitor and audit campus activities involving the education function and standards of
accreditation for BPPE & ACCSC.
Program curriculum and course management.
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New program development, applications, and implementation for Residential and
Online Campuses.
Redevelopment of previously closed Paralegal Diploma and Associate Degree
programs.
Development, planning, and maintenance of Continuing Education and Professional
Development courses for Residentialand Onlinecampuses.
Instructor In-Service Training for Residential and Onlinecampuses.
Learning Resource Center development, implementation and operation.
Integration of Learning Resources into curriculum.
Implementation of new technologies and maintenance of the institution’s Learning
Management System (LMS).
Instituted and integrated Coursesmart EBook initiative into Moodle LMS.
Redevelopment of curriculum to ensure consistency between Residential and Online
presentations.
Lesson Plan, Syllabus, Examinations, and Outside Class Preparation / Homework
creation and implementation for compliance with U.S. Department of Education (DOE)
and Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) regulations for
clock hour to credit hour conversions.
Distance Education definitions of Didactic, Supervised Laboratory and Outside
Classwork Hours for submission to the ACCSC.
Operation and distribution of all textbooks through third party distributor and EBooks
through Coursesmart.
Cost effectiveness in the implementation of Coursesmart EBook initiative (first year
savings projected at $1.8 million).
Cost effectiveness in the creation of Custom Textbooksfor use institution wide
(savings of $250,000 for year 2012).
Negotiation of contracts with third party vendors for services and products.
Project Management of Online course curriculum and Continuing Education course
development, production and revisions.
Management and support of Online Course Production team, six (6) team members.
Management and support of Program Directors, six (6) team members.
Oversight and support for five (5) Campus locations.
Supervision of “Elements of Addiction”live professional development seminars.
Instructional and curricular design for 3,000 online students and 106 instructors.
Recruitment, hiring and management of faculty teaching multiple disciplines.
Provide pedagogical and distance-learning guidance to course development staff and
independent contractor online faculty and course developers.
Collaboration with the IT department in the implementation of application and
technologies to create an innovative and engaging online learning environment.
Student Retention scheduling of Faculty and Program Directors.
Student Retention scheduling and remediation – Student Services.
Developed memorandums of understanding with institutions.
Developed short term and long term strategic plans for Online and Residential
education.
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Metric analysis of student performance, instructor performance, and curricular
performance.
Administration of Program Advisory Committee meetings and minutes for institution’s
programs and campuses.
Implementation of faculty accountability standards.
POLICY AND PROCEDURE MANUALS AUTHORED
Education Department Policies and Procedures – Residential and Distance
Education
Faculty Handbook - Residential and Online
New Course Development Procedures Manual - Residential and Distance Education
New Program Development Procedures Manual - Residential and Distance
Education
Continuing Education Strategic Plan – Distance Education
Continuing Education Catalog and Template Models – Distance Education
ContinuingEducation Course development, procedures, and strategic plan - Distance
Education
Online Classroom Instructional Quality Evaluation Form
Residential Classroom Instructional Quality Evaluation Form
New Faculty Training Course
Academic Freedom Policy
Faculty Code of Ethics
Student Copyright Infringement &Deterrence Policy
Student and Employee Substance Abuse Awareness & Deterrence Policy
Redevelopment of Institutional Assessment and Improvement Plan
Faculty Improvement Plan
INSTITUTION APPLICATIONS AND SUBMISSIONS
Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC) Self Evaluation
Report for Reaccreditation- Van Nuys Campus
Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE) CA, Policies and Procedure
Manuals
BPPE Campus Name Change
Security and Crime PreventionSpecialist Program Application to ACCSC, U.S.
Department of Education (DOE), and BPPE (Residential and Distance Education)
Addictive Disorders Counseling, Bachelors of Science Degree Application to ACCSC
(Residential and Distance Education)
Healthcare Administration, Bachelors of Science Degree application to ACCSC
(Residential and Distance Education)
Accounting and Finance, Bachelors of Science Degree Application to ACCSC
(Residential and Distance Education)
California Tax Education Council (CTEC) Approved Provider Application (Residential
and Distance Education)
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California Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counseling (CAADAC)
Approved Provider Application (Residential and Distance Education)
National Association of Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counseling (NAADAC) Approved
Provider Application (Residential and Distance Education)
California Association of Addiction Recovery Resources (CAARR) Approved Provider
Request for Listing (Residential and Distance Education)
Alabama Approved Education Provider Application (Distance Education)
Louisiana Approved Education Provider Application, DegreeLevel (Distance
Education)
Request for exemption to State Approval Illinois (Distance Education)
Request for exemption to State Approval Louisiana Diploma Level (Distance
Education)
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS
AND SUBMISSIONS – RESIDENTIAL and DISTANCE EDUCATION
CTEC Continuing Education Provider Application
CAADAC Continuing Education Provider Application
California State Bar Association, MCLE Continuing Education Provider Application
Bureau of Security and Investigative Service, CA – Private Patrol Operator
Application for Continuing Education
CAARR Continuing Education Approved Provider Application
NAADAC Continuing Education Provider Application
Board of Behavioral Sciences, CA – Application for ContinuingEducation Provider
INSTRUCTIONAL EXPERIENCE
ICDC College, Corporate Headquarters, Los Angeles, CA
Corporate Director of Education – Faculty In-Service Trainer 2011-2013
Provide Faculty In-Service training on new and emerging technologies,
retention efforts, professional development, policies and procedures, and new
instructor training and orientation.
ICDC College, Southbay, CA
Faculty – Paralegal Studies Program 2008-2010
Provide Instruction to diverse non-traditional student population. Developed
Syllabus and overall course structure. Administered all grades and
attendance. Maintained Student Classroom Evaluations 95% Satisfaction
Rate.
ICDC College, Huntington Park, CA
Faculty – Paralegal Studies Program 2007-2008
Provide Instruction to diverse non-traditional student population. Developed
Syllabus and overall course structure. Administered all grades and
attendance.
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Cal Poly Pomona, Student Disability Services
Spanish Language Tutor 1995-1996
Provided tutorial assistance in Spanish for students with disabilities.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
IN-SERVICE(ADMINISTERED AND/OR ATTENDED):
Taking Student Retention Seriously 2013
Student Centered Learning 2013
The Importance of Informational Literacy for our Students 2012
Working With at Risk Students and Employment Preparation 2012
Faculty Best Practices – Online (Distance Education) 2012
Homeland Security and Student Persistence 2012
Forensic Science and Student Persistence 2012
Business Management and Accounting and Student Persistence 2012
ADC Program and Student Persistence 2012
Healthcare Management and Student Persistence 2012
Paralegal Program and Student Persistence 2012
Building Student Engagement 2012
Academic Integrity and Faculty Handbook 2012
Student Learning and Assessment – MaxKnowledge 2012
ACCSC Clock Hour Standards 2012
ACCSC Standards of Accreditation 2012
ACCSC Continuing Education Courses 2012
Library Management 2012
Academic Freedom 2012
Sexual Harassment Training for Managers 2012
Improving Retention through Timely Intervention – MaxKnowledge 2011
New Online Instructor Training 2011
Corporate Academic Faculty Policies and Procedures 2011
Copyright Infringement and Deterrence 2011
Academic Freedom and Code of Ethics 2011
The Adult Learning Curb 2010
Professionalism and Behavior in the Classroom 2010
Personal Development Plan 2009
The Motivating Instructor 2009
Strategies for Student Retention 2008
New Instructor Training 2007
PROGRAM ADVISORY COMMITTEES:
Homeland Security, CJ 2011-2013
Forensic Science, CJ 2011-2013
Cyber Security/Networking Technology 2011-2013
Paralegal 2007-2013
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Business Management and Accounting 2011-2013
Addictive Disorders Counseling 2011-2013
Medical Assisting 2011-2013
Healthcare Management 2011-2013
Physical Therapy Aide 2011-2013
Dental Lab Technician 2011-2013
Pharmacy Technician 2011-2012
Graphic Web Design 2011-2013
HVAC Technician 2013
Electrician Apprentice 2013
Human Resource Assistant 2013
CONTINUING EDUCATION:
English Composition I: Achieving Expertise, Duke University, MOOC 2013
Gratification, University of Pennsylvania, MOOC 2013
An Introduction to Operations Management,
University of Pennsylvania, MOOC 2013
The McGraw Hill 36-Hour Course: Project Management 2013
Six Sigma White Belt 2013
ACCSC Monograph Series- Learning Resource Systems 2013
ACCSC Monograph Series- Institutional Assessment and
Improvement Planning/Implementation 2012
Forensic Science Lab Materials 2012
ACCSC Monograph Series- Self Evaluation Processes and Practices 2012
Loss Prevention 2012
Handling Difficult People 2012
Starting an Addiction Treatment Center 2012
ACCSC Monograph Series- Faculty Improvement
Planning/Implementation 2012
Substance Abuse in the Workplace 2012
ACCSC Monograph Series –Maximizing Program Advisory Committees 2011
Domestic Violence and Co-Occurring Disorders 2012
Sexual Violence on Campus- Joe Biden, Vice President of the United States 2011
Sexual Addiction Treatment Planning 2011
Criminal Justice and Psychology of Addiction 2011
Addiction and Criminal Thinking 2011
Sober Living Housing 2011
Westlaw Classic Fundamentals 2009
Westlaw Litigation Research 2009
Westlaw Statutes Research 2009
Westlaw Case Law Research 2009
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PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITIES:
CAADAC Conference, San Diego, CA. 2012
IC&RC Conference, Orlando, FL. 2011
CAARR Conference, Palm Springs, CA. 2011
NAADAC Conference, San Diego, CA. 2011
MANAGERIAL / LEADERSHIPEXPERIENCE
Sabor Restaurant, Glendale, CA.
General Manager (Contract Position) 2008
Contract Position to turn around fledgling operation through implementation of
effective cost controls, customer service standards, employee training, and
negotiations with vendors.
Employment Gap
University of La Verne, College of Law
Law Student 2004 to 2007
The Cellar Restaurant, Fullerton, CA
Wine Apprenticeship 2003
Management and Inventory of Wine Spectator Grand Award Winning
Wine List
Copacabana Restaurant and Banquet Facility, Pomona, CA
General Manager 2003
Management of a staff of over 100 employees.Implemented change of
Company’s culture. Implemented cost controls and inventory management
resulting in first profitable quarter in operation’s existence.
21 Oceanfront and Doryman’s Inn, Newport Beach, CA
General Manager 2002 – 2003
Implemented organization techniques resulting in profits and record sales figures.
Madre’s Restaurant, Pasadena, CA
General Manager (Contract Position) 2002
Opened Jennifer Lopez’ restaurant from inception to completion in aggressive
12 week period. Successfully planned and managed the opening star
studded gala event.
Rosa’s Fine Italian Dinning Restaurant, Ontario, CA
Wine Purchasing Agent / Server Trainer 1994 – 2002
Inventory management and purchasing of wine. New hire trainer.
RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE
Pro-Bono Social Security Administration, Whittier, CA.
Claimant Representative 2007 – present
Assist claimants with petitions for Social Security Disability benefits.
Pomona Courthouse, Family Self Help Law Center, Pomona, CA.
Volunteer 2006 – 2007
Assist clients with Dissolution and Paternity suits. Assist clients with
Unlawful Detainers.
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Law Offices of Martin Taller, Anaheim, CA.
Intake Coordinator 2005 – 2006
Composition of documents for claimants seeking benefits from Social
Security and Workers’ Compensation. Evaluate client eligibility. Conduct
Legal Research.
Workers’ Rights Self Help Law Center, Sylmar, CA.
Volunteer 2004 – 2005
Assist clients in drafting letters to EDD for unpaid wage claims. Assist
clients with criminal expungements.
COMPUTER SKILL SETS
Coursesmart integrationthrough BLTI plug-in
Publisher Content Integration of General Education Courses
Moodle Rooms
Blackboard
WebEx
Microsoft Office
Presentation Plug-in for Power Point
Westlaw
Lexis/Nexis
Smartsheets – project management software
AtTask – project management software
LANGUAGES
English – native language
Spanish – speak fluently and read/write with high proficiency
REFERENCES
Excellent references available upon request.