Debbie Schroeder
Tuscola,TX
Summary
Student-centered Professor with expertise in Criminal Justice. Offers 21-years of background supporting students, developing instructional plans and organizing and grading exams and tests. Commended for sustaining effective learning environment through prepared classes and relevant assignments and consistently achieving classroom management and academic goals.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Adjunct Professor
Texas Christian University
01.2004 - Current
- Taught Criminal Justice courses, providing instruction to up to 35 undergraduate students.
- Built relationships with students, mentoring on personal, professional and academic goals while providing coaching on effective study habits.
- Graded quizzes, tests, homework, and projects to provide students with timely academic progress information and feedback.
- Boosted class participation rates by fostering a positive and collaborative learning environment.
- Encouraged class discussions by building discussions into lessons, actively soliciting input, asking open-ended questions and using techniques to track student participation.
- Empowered students to take ownership of their education by facilitating opportunities for independent research projects within specific areas of interest.
- Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
- Developed curriculum standards, lesson plans and syllabi.
- Used exams, quizzes and assignments to assess student comprehension.
- Optimized assessment processes by designing rubrics that clearly communicated expectations for various assignments.
- Increased student retention by providing individualized support and tailored feedback on assignments.
- Facilitated connections between students and professionals in field, organizing guest lectures and networking events that enriched educational experience.
- Taught Criminal Justice courses, providing instruction to up to 35 undergraduate students. Courses with Prior Instruction: Ethics, Critical Issues, Institutional Corrections, Intro. to Criminal Justice, Victimology, Career Planning for Criminal Justice. Specialty: Community Corrections and Sex Crimes
Case Manager (Part Time)
Texas Civil Commitment Center
11.2018 - Current
- Supervised Sexually Violent Predators in the Community.
- Performed routine home searches and drug tests for offenders on TCCO.
- Conducted thorough assessments of client's situations, identifying issues, goals, and necessary interventions.
- Monitored ongoing cases closely, adjusting case management strategies as needed based on evolving circumstances or new information.
- Enhanced communication between clients and providers through consistent follow-ups and progress updates.
- Contributed to team discussions and case conferences actively, sharing insights and expertise with colleagues to optimize client support strategies.
- Developed and implemented comprehensive case management plans to address client needs and goals.
- Assisted clients in navigating housing, legal services and public benefits to gain access to valuable resources.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to address client needs and formulate tailored support strategies.
- Managed crisis situations with empathy and professionalism, ensuring client safety and continuity of care.
- Coordinated with healthcare providers to ensure clients had access to necessary medical services, enhancing their overall well-being.
- Increased client satisfaction through diligent follow-up and personalized support.
- Managed high-risk sex offenders' cases with thorough and exceptional care and vigilance, minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' activities and compliance with court-ordered conditions.
- Conducted regular field visits to verify compliance with curfew restrictions and other court-ordered conditions, as well as home searches.
Curriculum Developer (Contractual)
Criminal Justice Assistance Division
11.2015 - 01.2017
- Was responsible for the rewriting of the Texas State Certification Course, To include the development and implementation of the curriculum.
- Coordinated the piloting pf the curriculum and reworking changes as needed.
- Used Bloom's Taxonomy to write test questions to gauge learners understanding of the subject matter.
- Implemented effective instructional strategies enhancing educational results.
- Developed customized learning experiences by incorporating multimedia elements, interactive activities, and real-world examples.
- Ensured alignment between curriculum objectives, instructional strategies, and assessments, leading to clearer expectations for students and improved learning environment.
Training Officer
Tarrant County Community Supervision
10.2005 - 11.2015
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, prioritizing tasks effectively to meet deadlines without sacrificing quality of workmanship or attention to detail.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Facilitated open communication channels between the trainees and instructors leading to a more cohesive learning experience.
- Implemented post-training surveys and evaluations in order to measure the efficacy of delivered courses.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Developed strong relationships with department managers to align training initiatives with business goals and priorities.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with industry regulations and standards.
- Optimized resource allocation for each training session based on participant needs analysis.
- Delivered high-quality presentations on various topics, using compelling visuals to enhance understanding and engagement among employees.
- Evaluated employee progress and provided constructive feedback, promoting continuous learning and improvement.
- Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop relevant training materials that addressed specific organizational challenges.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
- Increased employee retention rates by implementing ongoing professional development opportunities.
- Provided coaching and mentoring to employees.
- Utilized variety of instructional design methodologies to create effective learning experiences.
- Created and oversaw various training programs for operations.
Resource Operation Manager
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
10.2001 - 01.2005
- Cross-trained existing employees to maximize team agility and performance.
- Developed and maintained relationships with offenders and employees through professional development.
- Developed curriculum for ongoing learning of offenders.
- Performed job recruiting tasks.
- Developed a strong department culture focused on employee engagement, collaboration, and continuous learning opportunities.
- Managed budgets effectively, ensuring optimal financial performance while investing in necessary resources for business growth.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Developed detailed plans for all aspects of learning, offender workshops and training, employee trainings and volunteer trainings.
- Streamlined and monitored quality programing for offenders.
- Supervised 11 employees, 50-65 volunteers, 1-5 interns a semester and clerical staff.
- Keep accurate records for state reporting.
- Conducted Victim Impact panels and training.
- Served as liaison between the community and the Parole Division.
Training Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
10.1999 - 10.2001
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Assessed skill gaps for employees and developed training courses to meet identified needs.
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Maintained accurate records of all completed trainings, ensuring compliance with division standards.
- Delivered high-quality presentations on various topics(defensive tactics, firearm retention and disarming, OC Spray, Applied Suicide Intervention, Real Colors, Team-building, Verbal De-escalation, Mental Health First Aide to name a few). using compelling visuals to enhance understanding, learning and engagement among employees.
- Maintained employee records on the State Database.
- Conducted New Hire Training Academy.
Parole Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
07.1993 - 10.1999
- Managed high-risk cases with exceptional care and vigilance, minimizing potential threats to public safety.
- Testified in revocation proceedings as an expert witness on behalf of assigned caseloads, providing valuable information for parole decisions.
- Enhanced public safety by effectively supervising and monitoring parolees'' activities and compliance with parole-ordered conditions.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies to apprehend violators, leading to a significant decrease in recidivism rates.
- Conducted regular field visits to verify compliance with curfew restrictions and other parole-ordered conditions.
- Conducted thorough pre-release investigations, ensuring seamless transition from incarceration to community reintegration.
- Caseload supervision: Halfway House (sex offenders), Terminally Ill Physically Handicapped, High Risk(Super-intensive Supervision-SISP)
- Developed comprehensive case plans for parolees, resulting in improved rehabilitation outcomes.
- Improved overall agency effectiveness by participating in regular training programs focused on evidence-based practices.
- Leveraged strong communication skills to maintain rapport between parole officers, offenders, and community partners throughout the supervision period.
- Facilitated cognitive-behavioral therapy groups for offenders, promoting positive behavioral change and reducing the risk of future offenses.
- Provided ongoing guidance and coaching to parolees, contributing to their long-term success and reduced likelihood of recidivism.
- Served as a liaison between parolees and treatment providers to ensure adherence to program requirements.
- Reported violations of parole conditions to appropriate authorities and maintained record of case activity.
- Performed routine home inspections and drug tests for offenders on parole.
- Arranged substance abuse rehabilitation for offenders.
- Conducted quality assessments to ensure appropriate referrals to treatment.
Education
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice/Professional Development
Dallas Baptist University
Dallas, TX12.2003
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Pre-Law
The University of Texas At Arlington
Arlington, TX12.1986
Skills
- Instructional Design
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Active Listener
- Adaptable
- Excellent Leadership and management skills
- Mediation Certification
- PPCT Certified
- Texas Risk Assessment Trainer Certified
- Real Colors Certified
- NIC-Management Trainer Certified
- ASSIST-Applied Suicide Intervention Certified
- AVADE certified Trainer - work place violence and aggression
- Excellent classroom management skills
- Highly Motivated
- Proficient in Microsoft Office
- Works hard at the success of others and consistently remains student driven
Accomplishments
Excellence In Training Award
Criminal Justice Assistance Division 2017
Resource Training Officer Of The Year
Correctional Management Institute/Sam Houston State University 2015
Outstanding Adult Parole Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice/Parole Division
1998
Timeline
Case Manager (Part Time)
Texas Civil Commitment Center
11.2018 - Current
Curriculum Developer (Contractual)
Criminal Justice Assistance Division
11.2015 - 01.2017
Training Officer
Tarrant County Community Supervision
10.2005 - 11.2015
Adjunct Professor
Texas Christian University
01.2004 - Current
Resource Operation Manager
Texas Department of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
10.2001 - 01.2005
Training Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
10.1999 - 10.2001
Parole Officer
Texas Department Of Criminal Justice - Parole Div
07.1993 - 10.1999
Master of Arts - Criminal Justice/Professional Development
Dallas Baptist University
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/Pre-Law
The University of Texas At Arlington
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