Jose Espindola
Team Lead
Jacksonville
Summary
- Former United States Marine Corps 0311 Team Leader with experience leading small teams in high-pressure training and operational environments
- Disciplined leader with strong communication skills, accountability, and the ability to motivate and mentor team members
- Martial arts instructor experienced in teaching fundamental striking, grappling, conditioning, and self-discipline techniques to students of varying skill levels
- Proven ability to remain calm under stress, make quick decisions, and adapt to rapidly changing situations
- Skilled in team coordination, physical training, risk awareness, and maintaining professional standards in demanding environments
- Fluent in English and Spanish with strong interpersonal and leadership abilities
- Experienced working in structured environments requiring attention to detail, discipline, and operational readiness
- Currently pursuing professional development in aviation, security, and leadership-oriented career fields
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages
Work History
Martial Arts Instructor
United States Marine Corps
02.2026 - 10.2026
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
10.2021 - 10.2026
- Set performance expectations for the team, monitoring progress towards goals and providing constructive feedback as needed.
- Developed team members'' skills through targeted coaching sessions, resulting in improved individual performance.
- Enhanced team productivity by implementing efficient work processes and regularly reviewing performance metrics.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their leadership potential and advance in their careers.
Education
High School Diploma -
L7
Santiago, ChileSkills
Team supervision
Teamwork and collaboration
Work planning
Team motivation
Mentoring
Quality improvement
Accomplishments
- Led and supervised a 5-Marine infantry fire team during training operations and overseas deployments, maintaining accountability, discipline, and operational readiness in high-tempo environments
- Completed three overseas deployments, including two deployments to Okinawa and one cold-weather deployment to Norway, adapting effectively to diverse operational and environmental conditions
- Maintained accountability and operational readiness for sensitive equipment including weapons systems, night vision devices, radios, and mission-essential gear
- Served as a Primary Safety Officer (PSO) during live-fire range operations, enforcing weapons safety procedures, supervising personnel, and ensuring compliance with operational safety standards
- Assisted with mission planning, risk management, and safety oversight during field exercises and live-fire training events
- Conducted formal and informal instruction for junior Marines in tactical procedures, leadership, physical readiness, and operational discipline.
- Served as a martial arts instructor responsible for training and mentoring approximately 12 students in defensive techniques, conditioning, discipline, and safety procedures
- Demonstrated strong leadership, communication, and decision-making abilities while operating in physically demanding and high-pressure environments
- Recognized for professionalism and consistent performance through award of the Good Conduct Medal and Arctic Service Ribbon
- Fluent in English and Spanish with experience working in structured, team-oriented environments requiring accountability, adaptability, and professionalism
Timeline
Martial Arts Instructor
United States Marine Corps
02.2026 - 10.2026
Team Leader
United States Marine Corps
10.2021 - 10.2026
High School Diploma -
L7