Dean Lester

Dean Lester is an experienced education professional with a diverse background in teaching and management. Since August 2016, Dean has worked as a Teaching Professional at Nacogdoches Independent School District, focusing on engineering and manufacturing principles for high school students, while also serving as a bus driver and TSA Club Sponsor. Previous roles include positions as a substitute teacher, technology teacher, and instructor in economics and history across various school districts. Dean's career also spans significant managerial roles in the private sector, including managing airport facilities at Houston Airport System and overseeing satellite communication projects at General Dynamics Mission Systems. Military experience in the US Navy provided extensive leadership and technical expertise in aircraft maintenance and flight operations. Dean holds a Master of Education from Stephen F. Austin State University and a Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering Technology from Southeastern Oklahoma State University.