Career Day

Nixon’s 2010 Career Day Participants

On Friday, March 12th, 2010, from 9:15 A.M. to 12:00 P.M., Nixon is hosting the annual Career Day for students in grades 2-6. The day is designed to encourage students to start thinking about their futures.

We asked parents to share information about their careers/jobs on this special day.

Here are this year's participants.

Thank you to all of our Speakers!!

Mr. Markus Law
Preschool Director / Professional Puppeteer / Professional Musician

My name is Markus Law and I have a few things that I do. I am a Director of a Licensed Preschool. I supervise a staff of 6 teachers and a Site Supervisor. I direct the staff on how to work with children and families. I run a professional puppet show that performs for schools, libraries and family events. I have also been a professional musician for over 20 years. I play drums and guitar.

   
  Mr. Todd Leigh
Project Manager

Hello, I’m Todd Leigh and I am currently a project manager at Chevron. I manage capital projects ranging from $10 million to $100 million. I have managed many engineering projects during my career including equipment automation, plant expansions and building construction projects. I have undergraduate degrees in Physics & Mechanical Engineering and a Masters Degree in Project Management.
   
  Ms. Jamie Durity
Real Estate Broker

My name is Jamie Durity and I am a Real Estate Broker for Century 21 Astro. I assist qualified people in locating real estate properties to purchase.  I market and negotiate the sell of real estate properties.  I also assist people in finding loans to finance the purchase of real estate properties.  I analyze and counsel people on their finances and credit to enable them to qualify to purchase real estate properties. 

   
  Mr. Rommel Reyes
District Service and Parts Manager

My name is Rommel Reyes and I am the father of Kainoa, who is in third grade, and Kylie, in Kindergarten.  I am a District Service and Parts Manager for the Los Angeles Regional office of Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A., inc.  I cover District 1, which is the local 7 ealerships of South LA and North Orange County.  As a factory representative my focus is fixed operations (parts and service).  I monitor items such as marketing, warranty and customer satisfaction.  I also meet with customers and inspect vehicles.  Toyota is a great company with great people and a dynamic environment to work in.

   
  Ms. Yvette Merriman-Garrett
Senior Contract Administration Manager

My name is Yvette Merriman-Garrett and my current position is Senior Contract Administration Manager and I’m responsible for executing all formal construction contracts and pre-qualifying contractors and subcontractors to ensure that they meet the District’s experience and safety requirements.

   
Mr. Parag Havaldar
Software Supervisor for Movie Visual Effects

Hello, I’m Parag and I work with Sony Pictures Imageworks. I create visual effects for movies like Spider-Man, Monster House, Beowulf, and Surf’s Up. I have to use plenty of mathematics, physics, and computer programming to make Spiderman spin his web and fly in the air and to make monster house come alive!

   
  Ms. Sylvia Files
Professional Organizer

As a professional organizer, I coach clients to regain control of their schedules and lives. I help relive the stress that is caused by clutter and disorganization. I love organizing things and helping people so I followed my passion and started this business.

   
  Mr. Erik Schulte
Information Technology (IT) Director

Hello, I am Erik Schulte and I am currently the Information Technology (IT) Director for DHX – Dependable Hawaiian Express. I manage the long-term strategy and daily operations of the IT department serving offices across the mainland US, Hawaii, and international offices. This encompasses all aspects of telecommunications and computers including internet lines, telephone lines, servers / server room, desktop PCs, and applications.

   
Ms. Margo Gravely
Disney Special Event Reservationist Coordinator

I work with Special Events at the Disneyland Resort.  My job is to get the invited guest to the event; booking their hotel, air, transportation and more.  I also have the pleasure of working with high profile celebrities as well.

   
Ms. Cyndi Watts
Forensic Specialist

My name is Cyndi Watts and I am Forensic Specialist for the Long Beach Police Department. I am responsible for photographing crime scenes and collection of fingerprints in order to figure out who committed the crime.

   


Ms. Barbara Klyde
Physician's Assistant
   
Mr. Jeff Wojciechowski
Hydrogen Powered Cars at University of California Irvine
   
Mr. Melbourne Gonsalves Delaney
Librarian

My name is Melbourne Gonsalves Delaney and I am a librarian. Not only do I help people find information, I also plan programs and events; order books, DVDs and Compact Discs for the library's collection; and design informational brochures and presentations for the public. I currently work at the Cerritos Library.

   
Mr. Alan Whiteman
Web Designer

Alan C. Whiteman owns and operates Visualis Web Design. He developed Pat Nixon's current site and is serving as the school's webmaster this year.

   
Mr. JK Fujimoto
Pharmacist

Pharmacists provide expertise in drug delivery and ensure medication is used in a safe and efficacious manner.  Pharmacists are also the most readily available healthcare professional for patients to reach out to for medical advice. 

   
Our Special Thanks to our Speakers from:

Cerritos Sheriff Station

Cerritos Olympic Swim Center