Anjanell Langston-Knox
Brooklyn
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Officer
ACS
10.2022 - 09.2025
- Assisted in crisis situations by diffusing conflicts among inmates.
- Conducted searches of cells for contraband items such as drugs, weapons or other prohibited materials.
- Provided support and assistance to fellow officers during emergency situations.
- Escorted inmates from one area of the detention center to another safely and securely.
- Subdued and restrained resisting inmates using hands and feet while employing defensive tactics and approved non-lethal weapons.
- Maintained records of incident reports and daily logs to document inmate activity.
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Supported classroom instruction by collaborating with teachers to implement individualized education plans.
- Assisted students with academic tasks, enhancing comprehension and promoting engagement in learning activities in a group or a one on one support.
- Monitored student behavior, maintaining a safe and productive learning environment conducive to educational support.
Direct Support Professional
JUF
04.2018 - 09.2019
- Accompanying them to different jobs and trips
- Supported clients in developing social and communication skills during group activities.
- Collaborated with team members to create personalized care plans for clients.
Direct Support Professional
Young Adult Institute
11.2017 - 04.2018
- Provided individualized support to clients, enhancing daily living skills and fostering independence, as well as doctors appointments.
- Facilitated communication between clients and families, promoting understanding and engagement in care processes.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
School Safety Agent
New York Police Department
06.2016 - 09.2017
- Maintained daily logs of shift activity.
- Uses minimal force necessary to effect arrest; interprets and reviews metal detectors
- Appears at specified time and location, is alert and prepared for post assignment; regulates flow of students at entrances and maintains order of school interior.
- Monitored school premises to ensure student safety and security.
- Responded promptly to incidents, providing support and assistance as needed.
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2014 - 06.2016
- One-on-one or small group instruction as outlined by the teacher.
- Guiding and assisting students in small group instruction settings with class routines and in transitioning from one activity to the next.
Education
High School Diploma -
City As High School
Manhattan, NYSkills
- Microsoft Word
- PowerPoint
- Outlook Express
- Windows XP
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Influencing skills
- Conflict de-escalation
Summary
Seeking a growth position in an industry where my work skills and experience can be utilized. Hardworking and focused on completing work quickly to consistently exceed targets. Accustomed to taking on challenging tasks.
Timeline
Special Officer
ACS
10.2022 - 09.2025
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2021 - 09.2022
Direct Support Professional
JUF
04.2018 - 09.2019
Direct Support Professional
Young Adult Institute
11.2017 - 04.2018
School Safety Agent
New York Police Department
06.2016 - 09.2017
Paraprofessional
Department Of Education
09.2014 - 06.2016
High School Diploma -
City As High School