Stefano OMETTO
Vetralla
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, social and learning skills. Industrious educator with solid history of successfully stepping into diverse classroom environments and supporting students with solid lectures, discussions and activities. Implement intervention strategies and discipline management techniques to enhance student success. Trained in attendance, assessment and grading requirements.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Military Teacher
Italian Army NCO Academy
09.2020 - Current
- Teacher in Command and Control, Military Land Symbols, Tactics, and Planning Processes.
- Teacher in "Political Science 2" at the Tuscia University in Viterbo.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Developed and administered tests for students to measure academic proficiency and understanding.
- Participated in department meetings to provide input to colleagues about student achievement and improvement.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
- Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
- Created lessons and online testing materials to facilitate remote learning.
Concept Development & Experimentation Section Head
NATO COUNTER INTELLIGENCE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
08.2016 - 08.2020
- Responsible for identifying organizational gaps and for applying Concept Development and Experimentation processes in order to find and implement solutions in the fields of Education and Training, Technologies, Doctrine and Standards.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Collaborated with Doctrine, Education and Training, Analysis and Lessons Learned departments to support projects, identify issues and implement improvement activities.
Head of WMD Section
Defense General Staff - Intelligence And Security
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Responsible for evaluations concerning the export, import, and tracking of all dual use materials possibly used for the production of Weapons of Mass Destruction.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Head of Secretariat
Head Of Military Intelligence And Security
07.2015 - 07.2016
- Personal assistant to the Italian Defense General Staff Head of Intelligence and Security department.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Arms Import/Export Control Section Chief
Defense General Staff - Intelligence And Security
09.2010 - 07.2015
- Responsible for control on compliance for Arms and Dual Use goods Export and Import.
- Defense national representative in the 'Wassenaar Arrangement' technical group.
- Defense national representative in the 'MissileTechnology Control Regime' Expert Group.
- Defense national representative in the 'Nuclear Suppliers Group'.
Helicopter Battalion Commander
Special Operations Aviation Battalion
08.2008 - 09.2010
- Commander of the Aviation Unit.
- Responsible for providing Aviation Support to national and non-national Special Operations Forces.
- CH47-C Pilot in Command;
- NH-90 Pilot;
- AB-412/AB-212 Pilot in Command.
- Maintained high levels of discipline within the battalion by enforcing standards and addressing issues promptly.
- Directed security operations during overseas deployments, ensuring the safety of personnel and assets in challenging environments.
- Implemented comprehensive training operations, inspections and performance evaluations.
- Established a positive command climate, fostering teamwork and collaboration among soldiers.
- Supported humanitarian relief efforts during natural disasters, providing critical aid to affected communities quickly and efficiently.
- Coordinated, scheduled and maintained team resources to achieve top levels of operational readiness.
- Mentored junior officers, promoting professional development and career advancement opportunities.
Helicopter Pilot - Squadron Commander
Italian Army Aviation
07.1999 - 08.2008
- Military Helicopter Pilot
- Certified on CH47-C, AB412, AB212, AB206, OH58-C, NH90
- Deployed as Pilot/Squadron Commander in Iraq, Afghanistan, Kosovo, Macedonia.
- Assisted law enforcement agencies with aerial surveillance during high-profile operations, providing crucial situational awareness.
- Streamlined standard operating procedures by implementing process improvements based on best practices within the industry.
- Practiced and drilled for numerous wartime and peacetime emergency situations requiring rapid response.
- Provided reliable transportation for VIP clients, ensuring punctual arrival at destinations and delivering exceptional customer service.
- Operated under challenging weather conditions while maintaining the highest standards of safety and performance.
- Exemplified professionalism and dedication to excellence by maintaining an impeccable safety record throughout the duration of career as a helicopter pilot.
- Collaborated effectively with ground crew personnel to ensure seamless coordination during mission execution.
- Operated aircraft at high-density altitudes, mountainous terrain and extremely cold flight conditions.
- Enhanced operational efficiency with meticulous flight planning and effective communication with air traffic control.
- Supported firefighting efforts by accurately executing aerial water drops on wildfires.
- Participated in humanitarian relief efforts by transporting essential supplies to disaster-stricken areas in a timely manner.
- Assessed and coordinated crew handling of passengers with special needs.
- Served as an integral member of emergency response teams during natural disasters, providing life-saving support to affected communities through rapid deployment capabilities.
- Trained new pilots in helicopter operation techniques, resulting in increased competency levels among staff members.
Student Pilot
Italian Army Aviation Training Centre
09.1998 - 06.1999
- Completion of Training as Army Pilot
Student Pilot
US Army Aviation Center
09.1997 - 08.1998
- Euro-NATO Pilot License - Initial Entry Rotary Wing Course.
Rifle Company Commander
Mountain Infantry
02.1996 - 09.1997
- Officer in charge of the 22nd Mountain Rifle Company.
- Maximized resource utilization by overseeing budget planning, allocation, and execution in line with organizational goals.
- Maintained high levels of discipline within the unit by enforcing standards consistently while providing constructive feedback for personal development.
- Devised and implemented battle plans to achieve tactical objectives.
- Safeguarded personnel welfare by proactively addressing concerns and establishing robust support networks within the unit.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Collaborated with adjacent units to share best practices, enhancing overall effectiveness across the organization.
- Monitored and assessed mission progress and provided updates to command.
- Planned and coordinated tactical movements of personnel and equipment.
- Evaluated personnel performance regularly, identifying areas for improvement while recognizing achievements through appropriate reward mechanisms.
- Mentored junior officers and enlisted personnel, contributing to their professional growth and career progression.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
Rifle Platoon Commander/Deputy Company Commander
Mountain Infantry
07.1993 - 02.1996
- Officer in charge of the Rifle Platoon (35 men);
- Officer in charge of supervising the junior Platoon Commanders in the Rifle Company as a deputy to the Company Commander.
- Oversaw platoon administrative tasks, ensuring accurate records management and timely submission of reports.
- Maintained health, welfare and combat readiness of personnel within platoon.
- Coordinated activities of subordinate personnel to support mission success.
- Trained and mentored personnel in combat operations and tactics.
- Integrated intelligence activities into other military operations, plans and programs.
- Enforced technical and tactical training standards to accomplish unit mission objectives.
- Advocated for soldier welfare initiatives, improving morale within the platoon significantly over time.
- Communicated with command centers to develop and execute tactical plans.
- Managed personnel, ensuring timely completion of tasks and proper allocation of resources.
- Evaluated soldier performance through regular assessments, providing constructive feedback for personal development.
- Conducted thorough after-action reviews to identify areas for improvement following training events or missions.
Education
MBA - International Strategic And Military Studies
CASD/Guido Carli University
Rome, Italy06.2008
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Science
Unuversity of Modena And Reggio Emilia
Modena, Italy01.2016
Skills
- Teamwork
- Problem-Solving
- Leadership
- Public speaking
- Handling conflict
- Mentoring
- Intelligence
- Counter Intelligence
- Security
- Governance
- Assignment Grading
- Interpersonal and Social Skills
- Curriculum Development
- Audio-Visual Aids
- Growth Mindset
- Test Grading
- Creative Instruction Style
Languages
Francese
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 12/28/69
Timeline
Military Teacher
Italian Army NCO Academy
09.2020 - Current
Concept Development & Experimentation Section Head
NATO COUNTER INTELLIGENCE CENTRE OF EXCELLENCE
08.2016 - 08.2020
Head of WMD Section
Defense General Staff - Intelligence And Security
07.2015 - 07.2016
Head of Secretariat
Head Of Military Intelligence And Security
07.2015 - 07.2016
Arms Import/Export Control Section Chief
Defense General Staff - Intelligence And Security
09.2010 - 07.2015
Helicopter Battalion Commander
Special Operations Aviation Battalion
08.2008 - 09.2010
Helicopter Pilot - Squadron Commander
Italian Army Aviation
07.1999 - 08.2008
Student Pilot
Italian Army Aviation Training Centre
09.1998 - 06.1999
Student Pilot
US Army Aviation Center
09.1997 - 08.1998
Rifle Company Commander
Mountain Infantry
02.1996 - 09.1997
Rifle Platoon Commander/Deputy Company Commander
Mountain Infantry
07.1993 - 02.1996
MBA - International Strategic And Military Studies
CASD/Guido Carli University
Bachelor of Science - Strategic Science
Unuversity of Modena And Reggio Emilia
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