[Trainer-talk] job in computer or AT field

[Josh]

Hello,

I am interested in getting a  job in the computer help desk or support field or assistive technology field. I will paste my resume below. Can you please send suggestions for improvements to jkenn337 at gmail.com . Also if you could tell me how to get into the AT field or help desk and support field that would be appreciated. 

Joshua Paul Kennedy

1052 Spruce Street

Reading, PA 19602

(610) 373-1245

email: jkenn337 at gmail.com





Skills

friendly

approachable

resourceful

know some Spanish

able to work in a group

able to work alone

able to work as part of a team

experience with Windows95 through the Windows XP Operating system

some experience with mac OS 10.5

moderate experience with Ubuntu Linux and GRML Linux

able to reformat computers and reinstall operating systems from scratch

able to install sound, video, and other device drivers

feel confident in replacing ram in desktop computers

able to learn new operating systems quickly and easily

able to learn new software easily and make suggestions for improving accessibility

familiar with user accounts under windows 

proficient with software installation and removal

familiar with Linksys WIFI routers, their setup and configuration

enjoy learning about all features of my WIFI router and modem

can use braille embossers

can use various types of braille displays

can use braille translation software

rread and write braille

can teach people how to use Jaws, Window-eyes (basics of), NVDA, and System Access Screen readers

Can set up computers from scratch and customize them for the individual blind person's needs

can set up, use, and teach various scanning and reading technology

can use Vinux in a virtual machine

can use Microsoft Word and Excel







Employer/Volunteer Experience

helped translate and proofread electronic braille books

helped Business Enterprise Program at Colorado Center for the Blind in preparing food and cleaning up

taught Tech class 

updated computers at the Colorado Center for the Blind with latest software

installed GRML Linux onto an older computer with almost no assistance

gave instruction on useing GRML Linux 

set up computers with free assistive technology (NVDA) for blind individuals

assist people with tech issues on email lists

use Jaws tandom to give remote tech support for free to friends



interests

customer service

help desk

remote help desk

tech support

assistive technology

apple mac and accessible apple produccts

Linux including Ubuntu, GRML, and other accessible Linux distributions

using skype

chatting on IRC and msn using Miranda Instant Messenger



Education





Graduated Williams Valley high School 2002 

Some college, Completed four years at Kutztown University. no degree (majored in Spanish from fall 2002 to Spring 2006)



Josh Kennedy



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