Ashante Sharp
Sicklerville
Summary
A highly professional educator prepared for demands of teaching English. Demonstrates expertise in curriculum design and classroom management, with focus on interactive and student-centered learning. Emphasizes collaboration and adaptability, ensuring effective teamwork and positive outcomes.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
01.2025 - Current
- Developed innovative lesson plans to engage students in English language learning.
- Prepared and implemented lesson plans covering required course topics.
- Assessed student progress and provided feedback to improve performance and establish academic success.
- Improved classroom management by implementing consistent routines and clear expectations for behavior.
- Utilized multimedia strategies and technology to convey information in fresh and interesting ways.
- Encouraged active participation in class activities by creating a supportive atmosphere that valued each student''s contributions.
Direct Support Professional
Heart 2 Heart Home Care
10.2023 - Current
- Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
- Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
- Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
- Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
- Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
- Assisted disabled clients to support independence and well-being.
Resident Assistant
Echo Lake Senior Living
03.2023 - 10.2023
- Developed personalized care plans, significantly enhancing residents' quality of life
- Managed daily activities and schedules, maintaining strict health and safety compliance
- Monitored residents' health conditions, addressing concerns promptly to improve overall care
- Enhanced resident engagement through creative activities, boosting participation and satisfaction
- Provided emotional and practical support to residents, significantly enhancing their overall well-being and satisfaction
- Conducted meticulous record-keeping of residents' daily activities, ensuring compliance with health regulations and enhancing care quality
- Coordinated with medical staff to address residents' health needs, fostering a team environment that improved care efficiency
- Streamlined daily schedules and activities, ensuring 100% compliance with health and safety regulations, and improving operational efficiency
- Maintained accurate and detailed records of residents' activities and health conditions, ensuring regulatory compliance and high-quality care
- Attended, participated, and contributed to monthly staff meetings addressing resident needs.
- Served as an approachable resource for residents seeking advice or assistance with personal or academic issues.
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft School
03.2022 - 02.2023
- Provide daily living assistance to individuals with disabilities, enhancing their independence and quality of life
- Develop personalized care plans, resulting in improved client satisfaction and well-being
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care, fostering a supportive environment
- Monitor and document client progress, enabling data-driven adjustments to care strategies
- Implement safety protocols, reducing incidents and ensuring a secure living space for clients
- Engage clients in recreational activities, promoting social interaction and improving mental well-being
- Maintain accurate records of client activities and health changes, ensuring precise data for informed care decisions
- Facilitated communication between residents and families, building trust and ensuring smooth updates
Juvenile Detention Officer
Camden County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Established rapport with juvenile detainees through respectful communication that fostered trust-building relationships necessary for effective rehabilitation.
- Conducted room searches for contraband items to maintain a safe environment within the facility.
- Worked with juvenile offenders to help in development of decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Completed incident reports when disorder or violence occurs.
- Documented inmate behavior and activities in logbooks.
- Responded to emergency situations and de-escalated hostile confrontations.
Juvenile Detention Recruit
Camden County Police Academy
11.2020 - 01.2021
- Completed coursework on laws, ethics, and fitness for correctional officers
- Developed skills in handling juvenile detainees
- Ensured readiness for physical job demands
- Facilitated teamwork and ethical discussions among recruits, fostering a cooperative and morally responsible juvenile detention environment
- Achieved 100% recruit readiness through rigorous coursework, fitness programs, and simulated scenarios
- Implemented new training modules that integrated technology and real-life simulations, significantly improving recruit preparedness and response times
Constituent Advocate Intern
Senator Cory Booker
01.2020 - 03.2020
- Handled constituent communications, ensuring timely responses and accurate record-keeping
- Served as primary contact for casework, resolving issues through coordination with government agencies
- Processed inquiries and complaints, updating tracking database and facilitating agency referrals
- Met with walk-in constituents and returned calls, addressing concerns and providing solutions
- Collaborated with internal staff to ensure comprehensive and prompt responses to constituent needs
- Managed high volumes of cases, prioritizing urgent matters for immediate attention and resolution.
- Provided exceptional customer service, handling sensitive situations with empathy and professionalism.
- Coordinated with local government to provide resources to clients.
Bank Teller
Police and Fire Federal Credit Union
05.2019 - 01.2020
- Balanced cash drawers accurately at the end of each shift, minimizing discrepancies in financial records.
- Managed high-volume transactions during peak hours while maintaining attention to detail, ensuring seamless customer experience.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
- Established trust with clients by maintaining confidentiality and protecting sensitive financial information.
- Educated customers on use of banking website and mobile apps.
- Provided customer records, account statements and copies of checks.
- Identified fraudulent activities by diligently monitoring transactions and reporting suspicious activity to management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ12.2024
Skills
- Leadership
- Communication
- Organization
- Collaboration
- Problem-solving
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Cultural Diversity
- Officer Response
- Classroom management
Timeline
English Teacher
School District of Philadelphia
01.2025 - Current
Direct Support Professional
Heart 2 Heart Home Care
10.2023 - Current
Resident Assistant
Echo Lake Senior Living
03.2023 - 10.2023
Direct Support Professional
Bancroft School
03.2022 - 02.2023
Juvenile Detention Officer
Camden County Juvenile Detention Center
01.2021 - 04.2021
Juvenile Detention Recruit
Camden County Police Academy
11.2020 - 01.2021
Constituent Advocate Intern
Senator Cory Booker
01.2020 - 03.2020
Bank Teller
Police and Fire Federal Credit Union
05.2019 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Law & Justice
Rowan University
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