Chloe Castagna
Colorado City,Colorado
Summary
Dynamic educator with extensive experience in correctional facility education, specializing in Colorado Technical Education (CTE). Proven ability to enhance student engagement through customized learning assessments and effective communication strategies. Committed to fostering personal growth and rehabilitation while mentoring staff and residents to improve leadership skills in challenging environments. Passionate professional with excellent presentation, research and communication skills. Organized and driven with impressive list of achievements and history of excelling in high-pressure environments. Skilled at applying various learning methods and tools to optimize student experience and academic journey.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
State Teacher I - CTE - CSA/AAA/GED Proctor
La Vista Correctional Facility
Pueblo , CO
09.2020 - Current
- Tailored individualized instruction to meet diverse educational needs of all students.
- Coordinated educational programs with community organizations to secure essential resources.
- Mentored students in vocational skills to enhance personal development and rehabilitation.
- Prepared classroom environments to support student learning in virtual settings and emotional growth.
- Enforced school rules to maintain a conducive learning atmosphere for all participants.
- Posted weekly course updates and announcements to keep students informed.
- Assessed educational needs of inmate students and established tailored learning goals.
- Maintained accurate records of grades, attendance, and training activities for accountability.
Visiting Sergeant
Trinidad Correctional Facility
02.2020 - 09.2020
- Supervised two correctional officers to ensure safety protocol adherence and security compliance.
- Executed thorough background checks for civilian visitors requesting access to inmate population.
- Collaborated with intel lieutenant and OIG coordinator to address security concerns and enhance safety measures.
- Monitored scheduled video visits to identify and mitigate inappropriate behavior.
- Conducted intake processes for new residents, including orientation and inventory of property.
- Created staff schedules for assigned area while managing mailroom and property operations.
- Assisted with legal services by coordinating attorney visits, notarizations, and media requests.
- Provided customer service to public, legal representatives, and facilities to resolve inquiries.
1st Shift Housing Sergeant - K-9 Liaison
Trinidad Correctional Facility
04.2019 - 02.2020
- Proven ability to manage a living unit with up to 100 residents, 24 k-9’s and 24 k-9 handlers.
- Managed up to 500 minimum restricted residents, including overseeing medium overrides to ensure compliance with facility regulations.
- Engaged with public to effectively communicate details of Colorado Correctional Industries K-9 Program, enhancing community understanding and support.
- Committed to encouraging residents with a positive attitude in their journey of rehabilitation.
- Mentored staff by providing guidance and support to enhance their leadership skills.
- Monitored subordinate behavior to ensure professionalism and courtesy towards residents, staff, visitors, and the public.
- Ability to accept and retrieve constructive criticism with open-mindedness/optimism.
- Performed monthly life safety inspections within the unit, checking fire extinguishers, outlets, ventilation systems, exit and entrance signs, doorways, and porter closets.
- Conducted monthly cell inspections in accordance with safety, security or damages to state property.
- Proofreading the incident reports of housing and security staff before being sent to appointing authority.
Third Shift Security Sergeant
Trinidad Correctional Facility
10.2018 - 03.2019
- Trained and oversaw 15 officers to enhance team readiness and effectiveness.
- Conducting nightly security checks to ensure operations remain smooth and effective.
- Managed quarterly emergency door checks throughout the facility.
- Delegated daily assignments to staff, ensuring operational efficiency and clarity in task execution.
- Coordinated subject matter expert (SME) drills per shift commander's directives to maintain high readiness levels.
- Presented Roll Call and monthly AR reviews for staff updates.
- Verified signatures on Tool Accountability Logs and legal documents.
- Verifying K-9 pill count with Housing staff nightly.
Correctional Officer I
Centennial Correctional Facility/Colorado State Penitentiary
02.2016 - 10.2018
- Managed level 1-5 residents in mental health environment to ensure safety and stability.
- Followed policies to guarantee security for high-risk residents.
- De-escalated situations involving self-harm or harm to others.
- Maintained order within facility by adhering to established protocols.
- Monitored resident behavior to prevent dangerous activities.
- Escorted restrained residents to hearings, recreation, and medical appointments.
- Documented behaviors in de-escalation room and created incident reports.
- Conducted thorough searches of facility for contraband to enhance security.
Education
Division of Extended Studies - Enhancing Education in Corrections
Colorado State University Pueblo
Pueblo, CO01-2025
Masters Degree - Business Administration/Human Resources
Colorado State University - Global Campus
Denver, CO12-2024
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
Colorado State University - Global Campus
Denver, CO04-2019
Associates of General Studies -
Pueblo Community College
Pueblo, CO01-2014
Skills
- CTE instruction
- GED proctoring
- Curriculum development
- Competency-based teaching
- Performance assessment
- Lesson planning
- Learning assessments
- Classroom management
- Microsoft Office
- Google Platform
- Team collaboration
- Mentorship
- Effective communication
- Conflict resolution
- Virtual teaching
- Mentorship skills
- Course evaluation
- Academic advising
- Faculty collaboration
- Curriculum creation
- Industry partnerships
- Subject matter expertise
- Student performance evaluation
Certification
• Certified Colorado State Board CTE Credential, DOC082023165 EX, 09/17/28
• Certified Crisis Negotiation Team Member, 08/01/22, Present
• Certified Employee Support Member Colorado Statewide, 08/01/22, Present
• Certified Recovery Coach Mentor, 01/01/21, Present
• Certified Pearson VUE Test Administrator; GED Proctor, 01/01/20, Present
• Certified Completion: Crisis Negotiation Response Team Academy
• Vice President on the CSA/BUSINESS Advisory Board for CTE.
• Certified Crisis Negotiation Team Member, 08/01/22, Present
• Certified Employee Support Member Colorado Statewide, 08/01/22, Present
• Certified Recovery Coach Mentor, 01/01/21, Present
• Certified Pearson VUE Test Administrator; GED Proctor, 01/01/20, Present
• Certified Completion: Crisis Negotiation Response Team Academy
• Vice President on the CSA/BUSINESS Advisory Board for CTE.
Timeline
State Teacher I - CTE - CSA/AAA/GED Proctor
La Vista Correctional Facility
09.2020 - Current
Visiting Sergeant
Trinidad Correctional Facility
02.2020 - 09.2020
1st Shift Housing Sergeant - K-9 Liaison
Trinidad Correctional Facility
04.2019 - 02.2020
Third Shift Security Sergeant
Trinidad Correctional Facility
10.2018 - 03.2019
Correctional Officer I
Centennial Correctional Facility/Colorado State Penitentiary
02.2016 - 10.2018
Division of Extended Studies - Enhancing Education in Corrections
Colorado State University Pueblo
Masters Degree - Business Administration/Human Resources
Colorado State University - Global Campus
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration
Colorado State University - Global Campus
Associates of General Studies -
Pueblo Community College