Vanessa Rose Duenas
P.O. Box 3418
Summary
Results-driven professional with a unique blend of educational leadership, program coordination, and military logistics experience. Proven track record of managing complex programs, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and ensuring seamless operations in both academic and high-stakes military environments. Proficient at organizing resources, tracking metrics, and improving processes to drive success.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Department of Education
07.2001 - Current
- Develop lesson plans and activities that are aligned with the district’s adopted curriculum recognizing the needs, learning styles, and performance of diverse learners
- Lead classroom instruction and coordinate grade-level planning for integrated curriculum delivery
- Develop and manage enrichment programs to support student learning and engagement
- Serve as liaison between faculty and administration on school initiatives and student progress
- Analyze student data to inform instruction and implement targeted interventions
- Coordinate with parents, specialists, and external partners to support student development and achievement
- Assess individual and group performance in order to design instruction that meets learners’ current needs
- Engage students in active learning that promotes critical thinking, problem solving, and competence
- Use a variety of assessment techniques to enhance knowledge of learners, evaluate student progress and performance, and modify teaching and learning strategies
- Maintain complete records of student work and performance and communicates student progress responsibly to students, parents/guardians, and colleagues
Air Transportation Supervisor
USAF Reserve, 44th Aerial Port Squadron
01.2010 - 02.2025
- Lead and supervise aerial port operations and personnel across multiple sections (cargo, passenger service, and special handling)
- Manage and mentor teams of Airmen, NCOs, and junior SNCOs
- Conduct performance evaluations, discipline, and career development
- Direct air cargo and passenger operations in support of global missions
- Oversee all phases of cargo preparation, load planning, and aircraft loading/unloading
- Review and enforce compliance with air transportation directives, safety regulations, and hazardous material handling
- Develop and manage training programs to ensure readiness and certification of personnel
- Ensure unit compliance with customs, HAZMAT, and mobility requirements
- Oversee the coordination and execution of global cargo and personnel movement operations
- Conduct joint inspections to verify air worthiness of cargo and equipment IAW defense transportation regulation (DTR) and air force manual
Wing Plans and Programs
USAF, 36th Wing
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Provide general oversight, strategic direction, synchronization and deconfliction for all exercises and major training evolutions at AAFB proper
- Represent 36 WG at concept development/planning conferences for exercises that affect AAFB or 36 WG assets to ensure wing objectives and priorities are incorporated into planning
- Coordinate with JRM for on-island exercise synchronization and integration
- Develop and maintain the wing’s strategic planning calendar (SPC)
- Coordinate with 36 WG unit POCs, Protocol, and the Installation Deployment and Reception Center (IDRC) to ensure exercises, inspections, deployments, redeployments, “DV” visits, and other major base events allow for commitment to operational tasking
- Present post-decisional SPC updates at the weekly wing staff meeting
- Attend weekly Reception Working Group (RWG) meetings
- Coordinate inputs from 36 WG GP/CCs and draft the Wing Activity Report (WAR) for 36 WG/CC
Unit Deployment Manager
USAF Reserve, 44th Aerial Port Squadron
01.2018 - 03.2023
- Serve as the primary point of contact for all unit deployment operations, to include planning, tasking, and execution
- Coordinate with the Installation Deployment Officer (IDO), Logistics Plans, and other functional areas to ensure successful deployment execution
- Interpret and implement guidance from Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) taskings, Time-Phased Force Deployment Data (TPFDD), and deployment orders
- Track and ensure unit personnel are qualified, trained, and equipped for deployment (medical, legal, training, and equipment readiness)
- Monitor and update deployment status in the Deployment Management System
- Conduct pre-deployment briefings and post-deployment reintegration support in coordination with leadership
- Ensure mobility bags, weapons, and other deployment equipment are accounted for, serviceable, and properly issued
- Coordinate equipment and cargo processing with the Logistics Readiness Squadron (LRS) and Cargo Deployment Function (CDF)
- Manage deployment operations for over 100 personnel; ensure compliance with Air Force readiness protocols
- Develop and maintain detailed tracking systems for training, equipment, and movement timelines
- Coordinate across departments and with senior leadership to streamline deployment processes and resolve logistical issues
- Maintain and submit accurate reports on deployment readiness, status of tasked personnel, and unit posture to higher headquarters
- Maintain deployment folders, checklists, recall rosters, and supporting documentation in compliance with inspection standards
- Prepare the unit for deployment inspections and readiness evaluations
Education
Associate in Applied Science Transportation -
Community College of The Air Force
Gunter AFB, Alabama04-2012
Master of Public Administration -
University of Guam
Mangilao, Guam05-2004
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Guam
Mangilao, Guam05-2001
Skills
- Friendly, positive attitude
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Excellent communication
- Attention to detail
- Flexible and adaptable
- Dependable and responsible
- Computer skills
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Problem resolution
Certification
Master Educator – Elementary Education (K-5) with a Professional Endorsement in Secondary Education (Social Studies and Physical Education)
Affiliations
- MWR Reserve Association 2009 - 2011/President
- Family Readiness Group (Air National Guard) 2012 – 2014 / 2019 - 2020/Secretary
- Key Spouse Program (Air National Guard) 2022 - 2023/Member
Additional information
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suites
- Security Clearance - SECRET/Active
- Airman of the Quarter (2008)
- Airman of the Year (2009)
- Airman Leadership School (2010)
- NCO Leadership Development Course (2012)
- NCO Academy (2015)
- Senior Enlisted Joint Professional Military Education (2015)
- HAZMAT Inspector Course (2010/2024)
- Joint Inspector Course (2010)
- Aerial Port Operations Course (2012)
- Operation Enduring Freedom (2014 - 2015)
- AMC Equipment Planners Course PHASE I (2015)
- AMC Airlift Load Planners Course PHASE II (2015)
- Defense Security Cooperation Agency Course (2024)
Timeline
Wing Plans and Programs
USAF, 36th Wing
04.2023 - 09.2023
Unit Deployment Manager
USAF Reserve, 44th Aerial Port Squadron
01.2018 - 03.2023
Air Transportation Supervisor
USAF Reserve, 44th Aerial Port Squadron
01.2010 - 02.2025
Educator
Department of Education
07.2001 - Current
Associate in Applied Science Transportation -
Community College of The Air Force
Master of Public Administration -
University of Guam
Bachelor of Arts - Elementary Education
University of Guam
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