Darrell Rodeffer
Broadway,VA
Summary
Dedicated professional with a strong background in safety compliance and effective communication, honed at Rockingham County Public Schools. Proven ability to foster positive student interactions and manage behavior, ensuring a secure and respectful environment. Dependable and punctual, with a commitment to enhancing student well-being and promoting a culture of safety.
Overview
48
48
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
School Bus Driver
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
- Completed pre-trip and post-trip bus inspections and documented info in vehicle logs.
- Demonstrated professionalism at all times while engaging with students, parents, colleagues, and administrators alike during daily duties.
- Provided a positive environment for students during transportation, fostering respectful interactions and promoting good behavior.
- Assisted in maintaining bus cleanliness with regular sanitizing and disinfecting.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Enhanced student safety by strictly adhering to bus routes and schedules, as well as enforcing established behavior guidelines.
- Ensured proper bus equipment functionality through regular checks of lights, signals, mirrors, brakes, tires, and other essential components.
- Complied with all relevant state and federal regulations regarding school transportation services, ensuring the safety and well-being of students at all times.
- Developed positive relationships with students, faculty and parents to support continuous rapport and communication.
- Collaborated with school administrators to address any behavioral issues arising during transportation effectively.
- Assisted in emergency preparedness drills, demonstrating appropriate evacuation procedures to students and staff members.
1st Grade Teacher Assistant
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Improved student literacy skills by providing targeted support during reading and writing lessons.
- Played an integral role in the successful implementation of school-wide initiatives such as literacy programs and positive behavior support systems.
- Facilitated small group instruction sessions, enabling more focused attention on individual student needs.
- Contributed significantly to improved classroom organization by maintaining clean spaces and proper storage of resources for easy access during lessons.
- Enhanced student engagement by incorporating hands-on activities and collaborative projects in lesson plans.
- Collaborated with colleagues to develop interdisciplinary units, connecting subjects and enriching the overall curriculum.
- Assisted lead teacher in conducting assessments, gathering valuable data on student understanding of key concepts throughout the year.
- Implemented behavior management techniques successfully, reducing disruptions and fostering a respectful classroom atmosphere.
- Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
- Maintained and operated classroom equipment to maximize use and lifespan.
- Helped teachers manage bus loading and unloading.
- Stepped into non-classroom environments such as libraries to help staff manage demand.
Mental Health Technician
Sentara Rockingham Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2019
- Performed scheduled patient safety checks and documented results to establish patients' well-being.
- Helped patients with meals, activities of daily living (ADLs) and facility transfers to promote security and patient well-being.
- Provided crisis intervention and de-escalation techniques for patients experiencing emotional distress or exhibiting aggressive behaviors.
- Applied de-escalation and limit-setting techniques to promote patient cooperation.
- Observed patient behaviors and mental status and notified RN of unusual or potentially dangerous occurrences.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with clients to create safe and supportive environment.
- Assisted with patient restraint and seclusion scenarios to create safe environment for patient and medical personnel.
- Identified behaviors that necessitated intervention and obtained assistance from qualified personnel to complete intervention.
- Maintained detailed records of patient interactions, ensuring accurate documentation for future reference.
- Developed strong rapport with patients, establishing trust and fostering positive relationships conducive to healing.
- Educated patients on coping strategies and self-help techniques to better manage their mental health symptoms.
- Improved patient well-being by providing compassionate care and support during their mental health journey.
- Implemented group therapy sessions, facilitating open communication and fostering a supportive community among patients.
- Supported patients needing medical care to relieve patient anxiety and promote positive outcomes.
- Engaged with colleagues in treatment team meetings to promote positive patient treatment outcomes.
- Facilitated group therapy sessions to help clients develop coping strategies and social skills.
- Participated in continuous professional development opportunities to stay current with industry trends and advance skillset.
- Conducted thorough assessments upon patient admission, gathering essential background information for accurate diagnosis and effective treatment planning.
- Managed crisis situations effectively, ensuring safety of all involved.
- Utilized de-escalation techniques effectively, reducing instances of patient agitation.
- Took patient blood pressure and pulse rate, reporting findings in health charts.
- Charted on each patient daily.
Hospital Security Lead Officer
Rockingham RMH Medical Center
08.2010 - 10.2017
- Enhanced security measures by implementing access control systems and surveillance equipment.
- Led cross-departmental initiatives to develop and implement comprehensive emergency preparedness plans, enhancing overall organizational resilience.
- Reviewed incident reports thoroughly, taking corrective actions where necessary to improve overall security performance.
- Managed a team of security professionals, ensuring adherence to company policies and procedures for optimal safety standards.
- Monitored daily operations, identifying potential vulnerabilities and addressing them proactively to prevent breaches or incidents.
- Improved employee awareness of safety procedures through the delivery of informative presentations at regular staff meetings.
- Reduced security incidents by conducting thorough risk assessments and recommending appropriate action plans.
- Coordinated with other departments to develop effective communication channels during emergencies, enhancing organizational readiness and resilience.
- Mediated conflicts between employees or customers professionally, deescalating tense situations without resorting to force whenever possible.
- Successfully resolved numerous workplace conflicts through proactive mediation strategies.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to share information and strengthen overall security efforts.
- Recorded incident reports with detailed accounts of occurrences.
- Conducted regular patrols of facility to detect and deter security threats.
- Monitored alarm systems and CCTV footage to enable prompt attention and response.
- Supervised and evaluated security staff performance to determine compliance with safety regulations.
- Greeted guests professionally and courteously to cultivate welcoming atmosphere while making safety top priority.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations to assess and deflect issues.
- Examined doors, windows and gates to verify security.
- Communicated with security team and building supervisors using two-way radios, mobile phones and other technological devices.
- Patrolled internal building spaces and facility grounds to identify and deter threats to assets.
- Investigated suspicious activities and persons to maintain security of premises.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from premises to maintain safe environment.
- Wrote detailed reports of all security breaches and investigations.
- Mentored junior staff members, helping them develop their skills and advance in their careers.
Recruiting and Retention NCO
US Army
05.1991 - 08.2007
- Maintained compliance with federal and state regulations throughout the recruiting process, reducing potential legal issues.
- Enhanced retention rates by developing and administering employee satisfaction surveys.
- Developed training programs for new recruits, resulting in increased job readiness and performance.
- Implemented diversity initiatives within recruiting practices, fostering an inclusive work environment.
- Managed relationships with external partners such as recruitment agencies, colleges, and military transition centers for effective talent sourcing.
- Served as a subject matter expert on military-specific hiring practices, contributing to the success of veteran-focused recruitment initiatives.
- Conducted thorough candidate evaluations to ensure a consistent level of quality in new hires.
- Facilitated smooth onboarding processes for new employees by coordinating orientation sessions and ensuring completion of paperwork.
- Actively participated in community events to promote company brand awareness among potential candidates.
- Maintained recruits in Delayed Entry Program (DEP), educating on military customs and courtesies and administering PT exercises and tests.
- Displayed exemplary personal and professional appearance, attracting local populace to inquire about military experience and opportunities.
- Escorted recruits to Military Entrance Processing Station (MEPS) for evaluation and in-processing.
Personnel Specialist
US Air Force
10.1977 - 10.1981
- Initiated and maintained personnel and employee-related files and records and established archives to support internal audits.
- Facilitated employee termination process and performed employee exit interviews to relay pertinent information to appropriate personnel.
- Researched options and mandates to enable proper implementation of personnel procedures.
- Cross-trained to cover other personnel staff duties to facilitate office management.
Education
Master of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Charles Town WV12-2014
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Leadership
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN02-2013
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA05-2009
Skills
- Dependable and reliable
- Effective communication skills
- Safety-focused
- Safe driving practices
- Behavior management
- Punctuality
- Student supervision
- Verbal and written communication
- Data confidentiality
- Security compliance
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Dependable and responsible
Certification
CDL
Chiefs 50, State of Virginia R&R
Top Recruiter in the State of Virginia, Top High School Recruiter and the Sergeants Majors Award for Top Recruiter
Timeline
School Bus Driver
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2020 - Current
1st Grade Teacher Assistant
Rockingham County Public Schools
08.2019 - 06.2020
Mental Health Technician
Sentara Rockingham Medical Center
10.2016 - 08.2019
Hospital Security Lead Officer
Rockingham RMH Medical Center
08.2010 - 10.2017
Recruiting and Retention NCO
US Army
05.1991 - 08.2007
Personnel Specialist
US Air Force
10.1977 - 10.1981
Master of Arts - Homeland Security
American Military University
Master of Science - Criminal Justice Leadership
Walden University
Bachelor of Science - Multidisciplinary Studies
Liberty University
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