Virginia Heesch - Academics and Life Skills - Hubert H. Humphrey Job Corps Center

Virginia Heesch

has over 35 years of experience in education, teaching in both the United States and China, and now serves as a Math instructor at Hubert H. Humphrey Job Corps Center. She previously held various administration positions as an executive and assistant director of schools, educational consultant, and startup coordinator. Virginia enjoys the opportunity to teach and interact with students at Job Corps, passing along her wisdom to the next generation.

Patrick Puskala - Academics and Life Skills - Hubert H. Humphrey Job Corps Center

Patrick Puskala

taught science for over 20 years and is now a Math instructor at Hubert H. Humphrey Job Corps Center. He strives to make math enjoyable by adding fun, hands-on activities that incorporate math skills to his curriculum. Patrick encourages his students to focus on what they are capable of and to not worry about making mistakes.

Carlos Smith - Materials Handling and Distribution - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Carlos Smith

is the Materials Handling and Distribution instructor at Montgomery Job Corps Center. He has over 20 years of work experience in inventory supplies, manufacturing shipment, inventory product cycle counting, data entry inventory, bill of lading, and product material handling in both warehouse and retail stores, as well as OSHA10, FMOM and CLA certifications. Carlos enjoys using his life and work experiences as an instructor to give back to his students and help them be successful in their careers and lives.

Nikita Johnson - Medical Administrative Assistant - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Nikita Johnson

, the Medical Administrative Assistant instructor, brings experience as a certified medical administrative assistant and nationally certified allied health instructor to her role at Montgomery Job Corps Center. Nikita has over 20 years of professional experience as a patient care coordinator and allied health program director, and she enjoys preparing young people to be successful.

Terry Kirkland - Electrical - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Terry Kirkland

is the Electrical instructor at Montgomery Job Corps Center and has over 40 years of experience in the electrical industry. Terry previously worked as an apprentice, journeyman, master electrician and contractor, and he has served as an instructor for over 15 years. Terry has been involved in a wide variety of projects, including custom homes, restaurants, schools, churches, hospitals and more. Terry is a state-certified electrical contractor, NCCER-certified Electrical instructor, and OSHA outreach trainer.

Reatha Young - Clinical Medical Assistant - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Reatha Young

worked as an allied health professional and clinical medical assistant instructor for over 30 years before joining Montgomery Job Corps Center as the Clinical Medical Assistant instructor. She brings 16 years of experience instructing future health care professionals to Job Corps. Reatha has a genuine love for health care and her students, and she loves leading students to success.

Herman Dunn - Carpentry - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Herman Dunn

is a Carpentry instructor at Montgomery Job Corps Center. He worked with the United Brotherhood of Carpenters for over a decade and has 28 years of experience in building residential homes. Herman is a journeyman carpenter at Local 318 and is certified in OSHA 500 Construction and Green Building Awareness. All these work experiences equip Herman to lead his students to success in the field.

Winifred Horn - Certified Nuse Assistant - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Winifred Horn

Winifred Horn, Certified Nuse Assistant instructor, brings nearly 40 years of experience as a registered nurse to her Montgomery Job Corps classroom. Winifred enjoys preparing students for their careers and helping them understand employers’ expectations in the health care industry by sharing her wisdom and experiences working in various hospitals and health care facilities. Winifred extends compassion to her students while teaching them how to succeed.

Marcus Buentello - Building Construction Technology, Pre-Apprentice - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Marcus Buentello

is the Building Construction Technology instructor at Montgomery Job Corps Center and has nearly 35 years of experience in the construction industry. Marcus has worked as a master cabinet-maker for over 18 years on a variety of projects, including custom homes, restaurants, schools, churches, hospitals and banks. He is also a certified OSHA 10/030 trainer. As a Job Corps instructor, Marcus believes that building positive relationships and giving students opportunities to be successful in their careers are most important. 

Brian Clark - Maintenance - Light Repair - Montgomery Job Corps Center

Brian Clark

joined Montgomery Job Corps in 2009 as the Automotive instructor through UAW-LETC. He brings nearly 30 years of industry experience, along with nine ASE certifications and 85 General Motors certifications. Brian uses his professional and personal background to prepare students for a successful career and life.