Ashley Welte
Stafford,VA
Summary
Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience as a Marine Corps Instructor Trainer of Water Survival and Military Police Officer. Excelled in curriculum design and law enforcement, enhancing student comprehension and base security. Proven track record in collaborative teamwork and effective communication, significantly improving safety and operational efficiency. Skilled in conflict de-escalation and classroom management, with a commitment to continuous professional development.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marine Corps Instructor Trainer of Water Survival
United States Marine Corps
11.2022 - Current
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Promoted classroom safety, collaboration, and best practices.
- Initiated new learning methods, eliminating instructional gaps and improving comprehension.
- Tested students to assess progress and adapted learning plans in alignment with performance.
- Evaluated equipment regularly, identifying necessary repairs or replacements promptly to maintain optimal safety conditions at all times.
- Provided mentorship to junior lifeguards, guiding their professional growth throughout their employment.
- Contributed to a safer swimming environment by maintaining clean, organized, and hazard-free pool areas.
- Reduced rescue response times by conducting regular lifeguard drills and training sessions.
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices in lifeguarding and water safety education.
- Trained and mentored over 1,000 students in water survival training.
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
07.2018 - 11.2022
- Maintained strict adherence to military law enforcement standards, resulting in a safe environment for personnel and civilians.
- Manned base entry points to provide 24/7 force protection, reviewing identifications, searching vehicles, and verifying deliveries prior to entrance to secure areas.
- Developed and maintained cooperative relationships with local, state and federal law enforcement agencies to support communication.
- Secured restricted areas and enforced limited access for civilians and military members in order to provide force protection and property security.
- Patrolled base facilities and housing areas to deter crime, monitor activities, and provide force protection.
- Trained new Military Police Officers on proper procedures and protocols, improving overall unit readiness and effectiveness.
- Conducted thorough investigations into criminal activity on base, leading to successful apprehension and prosecution of offenders.
Education
Associate of Arts - Environmental Health
University of Maryland Global Campus
Hyattsville, MD08-2024
Skills
- Collaborative team player
- Curriculum design
- Class instruction
- Continuous professional development
- Strong communication skills
- Group and individual instruction
- Public speaking
- Law enforcement
- Interrogation techniques
- Witness interviewing
- Conflict de-escalation
- Vehicle inspections
- Physical security
- Self-defense training
Certification
- First Aid Certification
- CPR/AED Certification
- 30-hour Construction Safety and Health
Timeline
Marine Corps Instructor Trainer of Water Survival
United States Marine Corps
11.2022 - Current
Military Police Officer
United States Marine Corps
07.2018 - 11.2022
Associate of Arts - Environmental Health
University of Maryland Global Campus