Educational Background
- Master of Arts, Education (Curriculum & Instruction) - University of Phoenix, 2006
- Airframe and Powerplant Certificates - Chandler Gilbert Community College, 2002
- Bachelor of Science, Business Administration - University of Phoenix, 1996
Professional Background
Rhonda is an FAA‑certificated Airframe & Powerplant Technician and Instructional Systems Designer with professional experience across airlines, MROs, and manufacturing. Her technical work in aircraft systems, maintenance operations, and documentation—including support for transport‑category aircraft and large‑scale maintenance environments—provides a strong foundation for her role in aviation maintenance training and curriculum development.
She focuses on creating clear, practical instructional materials that reflect real‑world maintenance practices and help students build confidence in their technical abilities.
Personal Interests
Rhonda is actively involved in national efforts to strengthen aviation maintenance education as a member of the Aviation Technician Education Council's (ATEC) Airman Certification Standards (ACS) Revision Working Group, which aims to modernize training and assessment standards.