ROBERT KITCHEN
ASHLAND
Summary
Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments. Reliable worker with excellent communication, time management, and computer skills. A driven and detail-oriented individual with a desire to use analytical and problem-solving skills to meet goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Carter Christian Academy
10.2024 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
Driver
Tri State Enterprises
05.2019 - 03.2020
- Maintained clean driving record and obeyed traffic laws and regulations.
- Provided excellent customer service throughout delivery process.
- Maintained a clean driving record with no violations or citations on file.
- Completed daily routes in accordance with customer delivery expectations.
- Demonstrated knowledge of local roads, traffic laws and regulations.
Sanitation Truck Driver
Hart Sanitation
03.2017 - 05.2019
- Demonstrated ability to work independently without supervision for extended periods of time.
- Inspected truck before leaving terminals to ensure mechanical fitness.
- Checked tire pressure, fluid levels, brakes, lights.
- Inspected vehicles before trips to locate and eliminate potential mechanical problems.
- Completed pre-trip inspections in accordance with Department of Transportation regulations.
- Adhered to all applicable laws, regulations, and safety procedures while operating vehicles.
Tri Axle Dump Truck Driver
Olive Hill Trucking
05.2015 - 03.2017
- Navigated through congested city streets efficiently without compromising safety standards.
- Safely operated Tri Axle Dump Truck in accordance with local and federal laws.
- Complied with applicable traffic laws while driving long distances across state lines.
- Performed pre-trip inspections on Tri Axle Dump Truck and ensured compliance with safety regulations.
Semi Truck Driver
LR Daniels
03.2005 - 05.2015
- Experienced in utilizing GPS, log books, and other navigation tools to ensure safe travel.
- Knowledgeable about pre-trip inspections which include checking lights, brakes, fuel levels, tires.
- Skilled in completing paperwork accurately including bills of lading, shipping orders, and trip reports.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage time with tight delivery deadlines.
- Successfully operated semi-truck and trailer to transport freight across multiple states.
- Strong background working independently or part of a team environment depending on job requirements.
- Proficient in inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and safety issues before and after trips.
Youth Worker
Ashland Group Home Dept of Juvenile Justice
01.2005 - 05.2015
- Communicated with fellow workers, supervisors, and security to maintain safety of youth and staff.
- Developed and implemented program plans to support youth in developing social-emotional skills, self-regulation strategies, and conflict resolution techniques.
- Assisted in organizing and supervising indoor and outdoor recreational and sports activities for youth and adults.
- Organized events such as field trips, team building exercises, and outdoor recreation activities for youth groups.
- Mentored and motivated youths to overcome daily obstacles and barriers.
- Served as liaison to help children dealing with abuse, poverty, and other problems.
- Helped families identify and utilize community resources and services to support youth.
- Supervised youth in activities to observe changes in social behavior.
Deputy Jailer
Boyd County Detention Center
02.1994 - 04.1997
- Enforced security policies and regulations through visual inspections, searches and patrols.
- Coordinated transportation plans for inmates being transferred between jails or released from custody.
- Displayed strong communication skills when interacting with inmates, supervisors and other law enforcement personnel.
- Monitored video surveillance systems to detect any suspicious activity within the facility.
- Processed paperwork associated with incoming prisoners, verifying accuracy before entering information into computer system.
- Performed booking and releasing of inmates, utilizing knowledge of proper procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess current conditions in the jail environment and develop solutions that were both practical and compliant with departmental standards.
- Maintained order in the jail by monitoring inmate behavior and intervening as necessary to ensure safety.
Education
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Law Enforcement Technology
Ashland Community College
Ashland, KY06.2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Morehead State University
Morehead, KY05.2001
High School Diploma - undefined
Boyd County High School
Ashland, KY01.1987
Skills
- Equipment Operation
- Vehicle Maintenance
- DOT Compliance
- Commercial driving
- Vehicle Inspection
- Time Management
- Confidentiality understanding
- Problem-Solving
- CDL License
- Clean Driving Record
- Processes and procedures
- Relationship Building
- Staff Development
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Interpersonal Skills
- Self Motivation
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Teacher
Carter Christian Academy
10.2024 - Current
Driver
Tri State Enterprises
05.2019 - 03.2020
Sanitation Truck Driver
Hart Sanitation
03.2017 - 05.2019
Tri Axle Dump Truck Driver
Olive Hill Trucking
05.2015 - 03.2017
Semi Truck Driver
LR Daniels
03.2005 - 05.2015
Youth Worker
Ashland Group Home Dept of Juvenile Justice
01.2005 - 05.2015
Deputy Jailer
Boyd County Detention Center
02.1994 - 04.1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Sociology
Morehead State University
High School Diploma - undefined
Boyd County High School
Associate in Applied Science (A.A.S.) - Law Enforcement Technology
Ashland Community College
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