Michael Sode Email & Phone Number

Texas, United States

Grapevine, Texas, United States

Elementary School Physical Education

Plano, Texas, United States

Hurst, Texas

Greater Los Angeles Area

As a Regional Manager, I'm responsible for the safety of our students and instructors during a behind the wheel lesson. In order to achieve that I must focus on two main areas. The Fleet Vehicles and Teaching Curriculum. Managers need to have patience and good people skills. Staying calm and giving constructive advice that is delivered in a friendly fashion is most important. You also need a good sense of humor.Here are just a few examples of my responsibilities and skill sets:• Monitor preventive maintenance and repair programs for 12 vehicles• Present CEO and Co-Founder weekly updates of fleet performance and costs • Contribute to the development and success of warranty/recall and policy programs• Development and implementation of standard operating procedures for vehicle maintenance • Manage automotive damage and repairs • Verify that all repairs are in accordance with damage appraisals and company standards• Extensive knowledge of Toyota & Ford Hybrid vehicles longevity over the course of ownership• Provide one on one defensive driving instruction to students and new instructors • Vehicle operation – explain orientation of vehicle gauges and controls on our hybrid vehicles• Safety instruction on various driving techniques to various conditions and traffic patterns• On the road training with either a Toyota Prius and or Ford Escape• Department of Motor Vehicles test preparation for obtaining ones state license• Make available for parents written progress reports of their child’s progression• Train and work with over 20 instructors on course curriculum, teaching techniques • Management & supervisory experience • Problem solving skills• Analytical and detail oriented• Excellent customer service skills• Ability to work independently and under pressure• Automotive knowledge and skills• Strong ability to assess individual client needs• Excellent written and verbal skills• Innovative instructional method

California

Automotive Auction Buyer: Dealers License Certificate-2009* Dealer Auction Access* Monitored used automobile market for trends in vehicle values* Purchase on-line and at live auctions utilizing vehicle condition reports and visual inspection* Communicates with various buyers in the field and online* Stays abreast of new products, features and on-line auction platforms* Maintains ongoing customer relations with auction personnel* Dealer License Certificate-2009

Studio City, Ca

As a Production member I worked directly with the film/tv crew on location and was resposible for various aspects of the production depending on the show assigned to me. The job also varied greatly depending on the budget, location and specific requirements of a production.Job Positions include:Production AssistantLocation Coordinator2nd Assistant DirectorShows Include:More Than Human 2003Made in America 2002-2008Return to Area 51 2002Extreme Rides 2003Unsolved History 2004

Oak Brook, Il

The Clubhouse is an upscale two level restaurant with banquet facilities. • Managed and trained over one hundred full and part time wait, banquet and bar staff• Prepared work schedules, conducted team meetings and handled workplace issues • Trained new managers and employees on company policies and procedures• Prepared end of day financial statements • Handled on the spot customer issues/feedback

Bloomindale, Il

Working with park districts for 10 years allowed me to move from various youth programing positions. So my experiences in various departments is quite vast. • Prepare class schedule for participants and coordinate events for facility members• Manage and coordinate field trips and sports events • Location set up and coordination • Prepare end of day financial statements

Performing Arts

Activities and Societies: Theater, Speech, DanceSummer Intensive Program

Theater

Activities and Societies: Film/TV/ Studies

Associate Of Arts - Aa, Theater

Associate Of Applied Science (A.A.S), Automotive Technology

Toyota Technician Training Program (T-Ten)