Deron Reinders
Georgetown
Summary
Passionate Teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering all areas of the criminal justice field. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher Criminal Justice
Georgetown Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
- Subjects Taught: Principles of Law Enforcement, Public Safety & Corrections. Law Enforcement I. Law Enforcement II. Court Systems & Practices. Forensic Science. Business Law. Criminal Justice Practicum.
- Curriculum Development: Designing lesson plans that cover topics such as law enforcement, the court system, corrections, and the rights of citizens.
- Instruction: Delivering engaging lectures and facilitating discussions that help students understand complex concepts related to criminal justice.
- Assessment: Creating and grading assignments, tests, and projects to evaluate student understanding and progress.
- Classroom Management: Maintaining a positive learning environment by managing student behavior and fostering respectful interactions.
- Career Guidance: Providing information about career opportunities in the criminal justice field and helping students prepare for post-secondary education or vocational training.
- Collaboration: Working with other educators and community organizations to enhance the learning experience and provide real-world context to the curriculum.
- Professional Development: Staying updated on current trends in criminal justice and education to continuously improve teaching practices.
- Advisor: Advisor to students in the Criminal Justice Club and Georgetown Teen Court. Fill in as judge when the Honorable Judge Stump is unavailable.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Williamson County Juvenile Services
11.2009 - 08.2019
- Supervision: Monitoring the behavior and progress of juveniles on probation. Supervised a team of four professionals to include a case manager, probation officer and two counselors.
- Assessment: Evaluating the needs and risks of each individual to tailor appropriate interventions.
- Counseling: Providing guidance and support to help juveniles make positive choices.
- Collaboration: Working with schools, families, and community organizations to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
- Reporting: Keeping accurate records and reporting on the juveniles' progress to the court.
- Teaching: Taught the following classes to juveniles and/or parents. Drug Education, Trauma Informed Care and Parenting Classes.
- Court Professional: Wrote social history repots and arrest warrants for court. Testified as an expert witness.
Children's Protection Worker
Michigan Department of Human Services
11.2008 - 10.2009
- Investigating: Investigated allegations of abuse or neglect of children.
- Assessment: Assessed the safety and welfare of children by overserving their living conditions and completing risk/needs assessments.
- Collaboration: Worked closely with families and other community professionals to create safe living environments.
- Supportive: Provided support services to families to help them address any challenges they faced.
- Court Professional: Wrote court petitions and reports. Testified a s an expert witness.
Case Manager
Lake Michigan College
11.2007 - 10.2008
- Assessing: Completing assessments on low income individuals and adult parolees to identify strengths and areas for improvement to assist them in gaining employment.
- Teachings: Providing personalized career counseling and skill development workshops.
- Collaborating: Working with individuals in the community to assist clients with training programs and resources to eliminate employment barriers. Networking with local employers to facilitate job placements.
- Job Coaching: Assisting with resume writing and interview preparation. Providing objective feedback on strengths and areas of improvement.
Case Manager
Ross Innovate Employment
09.2006 - 10.2007
- Assessing: Completing assessments on low income individuals identify strengths and areas for improvement to assist them in gaining employment.
- Teachings: Providing personalized career counseling and skill development workshops.
- Collaborating: Working with individuals in the community to assist clients with training programs and resources to eliminate employment barriers. Networking with local employers to facilitate job placements.
- Job Coaching: Assisting with resume writing and interview preparation. Providing objective feedback on strengths and areas of improvement.
Juvenile Probation Officer
Williamson County Juvenile Services
12.2002 - 02.2006
- Supervision: Monitoring the behavior and progress of juveniles on probation. Supervised a team of four professionals to include a case manager, probation officer and two counselors.
- Assessment: Evaluating the needs and risks of each individual to tailor appropriate interventions.
- Counseling: Providing guidance and support to help juveniles make positive choices.
- Collaboration: Working with schools, families, and community organizations to ensure a holistic approach to rehabilitation.
- Reporting: Keeping accurate records and reporting on the juveniles' progress to the court.
- Teaching: Taught the following classes to juveniles and/or parents. Drug Education, Trauma Informed Care and Parenting Classes.
- Court Professional: Wrote social history repots and arrest warrants for court. Testified as an expert witness.
Education
Master of Arts - Political Science
Texas State University
San Marcos, TX05.2016
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
San Marcos, TX12.1999
Skills
- Professionalism
- Communication
- Networking
- Classroom Management
- Critical Thinking
- Lesson Planning
Timeline
Teacher Criminal Justice
Georgetown Independent School District
08.2019 - Current
Juvenile Probation Officer
Williamson County Juvenile Services
11.2009 - 08.2019
Children's Protection Worker
Michigan Department of Human Services
11.2008 - 10.2009
Case Manager
Lake Michigan College
11.2007 - 10.2008
Case Manager
Ross Innovate Employment
09.2006 - 10.2007
Juvenile Probation Officer
Williamson County Juvenile Services
12.2002 - 02.2006
Master of Arts - Political Science
Texas State University
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Southwest Texas State University
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