Warren Brown
Miami Gardens
Summary
Dedicated teacher with a proven ability to foster student engagement and motivation. Experienced in creating inclusive lesson plans, enhancing communication with parents, and building strong relationships to support student success.
Overview
46
46
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Broward County Schools
Miramar, FL
08.2012 - Current
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Fostered a positive classroom environment through effective behavior management strategies.
- Collaborated with colleagues to enhance curriculum and instructional practices.
- Assessed student progress using diverse evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Integrated technology into lessons to improve student engagement and learning outcomes.
- Advocated for student needs by collaborating with parents, staff, and community resources.
- 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.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
- Served on school committees focused on curriculum development, teacher evaluations, or community outreach initiatives to contribute positively to the overall school climate.
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
- Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
Police Officer
City of Ocala
Ocala, FL
09.2007 - 12.2011
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order in diverse community settings.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Collaborated with local agencies to develop crime prevention strategies and enhance community relations.
- Trained new officers on department policies, procedures, and effective patrol techniques for operational readiness.
- Reviewed incident reports for accuracy, ensuring compliance with legal standards and departmental protocols.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Enhanced public safety by conducting routine patrols and responding to emergency calls promptly.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Conducted witness interviews and gathered details regarding incidents to determine best course of action.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Maintained accurate case records and documentation, ensuring proper evidence handling and information sharing among relevant parties.
- Patrolled assigned areas to prevent and detect roadway crimes.
- Apprehended offenders and conducted interviews and interrogations.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Enforced traffic laws and ordinances through visual observation and radar speed detection.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
Police Officer
City of Opa-Locka
Opa-locka, FL
12.2003 - 09.2007
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, assessing situations and providing immediate assistance as needed.
- Analyzed crime trends to inform strategic deployment of resources and proactive policing initiatives.
- Led community outreach programs, fostering partnerships that improved public trust and engagement with law enforcement.
- Utilized excellent communication skills when interacting with diverse populations, fostering trust between law enforcement and the community members they serve.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Testified effectively in court, contributing to successful prosecutions of offenders.
- Conducted thorough investigations for various cases, leading to timely resolutions and justice served.
- Conducted preliminary investigations at scenes of major crimes.
- Managed crowd control during events, ensuring public safety while minimizing disruptions to attendees or surrounding communities.
- Assisted in the development of crime prevention strategies, resulting in safer neighborhoods.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Conducted searches of individuals, vehicles and premises.
- Monitored criminal activity in community to identify suspicious activity.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order in diverse community settings.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Effectively diffused potentially dangerous situations through verbal negotiation techniques before escalating force was necessary.
- Built excellent rapport and working relationship with community to build trust and improve upon communication.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
Project Manager
Akal Security Inc.
Miami, FL
12.2002 - 12.2003
- Led cross-functional teams to execute security project initiatives effectively.
- Developed comprehensive project plans, aligning resources and timelines with strategic goals.
- Managed stakeholder communications, ensuring transparency and timely updates throughout project lifecycles.
- Implemented process improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and reduced project delivery times.
- Oversaw budget management, tracking expenses to maintain financial accountability across multiple projects.
- Facilitated training sessions for staff on new security protocols and technologies, enhancing overall compliance and performance.
- Successfully managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing tasks according to urgency, resource availability, and alignment with organizational goals.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Collaborated closely with senior management to align project objectives with strategic company initiatives, ensuring that efforts contributed to overall business growth.
- Negotiated and managed third-party contracts related to project deliverables.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction with detailed project updates and proactive issue resolution.
- Achieved high levels of team engagement and morale by promoting collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Oversaw implementation of new project management software, facilitating more efficient workflow and better project tracking.
- Maintained open communication by presenting regular updates on project status to customers.
- Facilitated workshops to collect project requirements and user feedback.
Contract Detention Officer
MVM Security
Miami, FL
12.2001 - 12.2003
- Supervised inmate behavior to maintain safety and security within detention facilities.
- Conducted regular inspections of facilities and equipment to ensure compliance with safety standards.
- Collaborated with law enforcement agencies during transport and processing of detainees.
- Developed and implemented procedures for managing inmate records and documentation.
- Took custody of prisoners from arresting officers to begin processing into detention facility.
- Transported prisoners throughout facility and off-site to medical appointments and court appearances.
- Maintained a safe environment for inmates and staff through effective communication and adherence to established protocols.
Police Officer
City Of Hialeah Police Department
Hialeah, FL
07.1986 - 11.2002
- Patrolled assigned areas to check homes, businesses, and public roads for signs of disturbance.
- Trained new officers on department policies and procedures, fostering a professional work environment focused on public service.
- Responded immediately to reports of automobile accidents and criminal activity, calling for additional support as necessary.
- Mentored junior officers on the importance of ethical behavior, accountability, and professionalism in their role as public servants.
- Utilized clear communication and interpersonal skills to build relationships with citizens.
- Provided testimony in court proceedings.
- Identified, pursued and arrested suspects and perpetrators of criminal acts.
- Participated in continuous firearms proficiency, defensive driving and arrest technique training.
- Monitored traffic violations, issuing citations as necessary.
- Obtained information from arrested subjects to conduct debriefings.
- Thoroughly analyzed criminal information and processed crime scenes.
- Trained other officers in firearms and self-defense tactics.
- Trained new officers on department policies, procedures, and effective patrol techniques for operational readiness.
- Participated in ongoing training opportunities to stay current on best practices, maintaining a high level of expertise within the field of law enforcement.
- Displayed sound judgment under pressure when making critical decisions that impact public safety during emergency situations.
- Secured crime scenes, gathered evidence, and questioned witnesses.
- Investigated and reported crimes, accidents, offenses, and damage to property.
- Enforced traffic laws diligently, promoting road safety and reducing accident rates.
- Developed strong rapport with local businesses owners to address concerns about crime or vandalism affecting their establishments.
- Handled citation and traffic violation paperwork.
- Answered emergency calls for help from citizens and business owners.
- Reduced criminal activity in assigned areas through proactive policing and community engagement.
- Supported supervisors with administrative tasks such as scheduling shifts and managing equipment inventory, increasing department efficiency and organization.
- Served as a school resource officer, improving relationships between youth and police through positive interactions and educational programs.
- Responded to emergency calls to provide assistance to citizens in need.
- Monitored crowded public areas and events to mitigate risk and promote safety.
- Enforced laws and regulations to maintain public safety and order in diverse community settings.
- Conducted thorough investigations, gathering evidence and interviewing witnesses to support case resolution.
- Handled domestic disputes tactfully, de-escalating tensions while providing appropriate support to affected individuals.
- Apprehended suspects, read Miranda Rights, and transported offenders to jail.
- Collaborated with other law enforcement agencies to solve complex cases and apprehend dangerous criminals.
Teacher
Miami Dade Public Schools
Miami, FL
08.1980 - 08.2002
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and pedagogy.
- Led professional development workshops focused on innovative teaching techniques.
- 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.
- Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
- Identified struggling students early on and provided additional support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as clubs or field trips that enriched students' learning experiences outside traditional classroom settings.
- Mentored new teachers, sharing best practices and providing guidance to help them adapt to their new roles successfully.
- Enhanced literacy skills with targeted reading programs.
- Improved student engagement by incorporating interactive learning technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented classroom management plan that reduced disruptions, creating more conducive learning environment.
- Coordinated with language specialists to support English Language Learners, fostering more inclusive classroom.
- Led professional development workshops for peers on effective classroom management techniques.
- Organized and led educational field trips that complemented classroom learning, broadening students' real-world understanding.
- Guided students through college application process, increasing number of students accepted into their first-choice institutions.
- Shifted between formal and informal methods of teaching to keep students engaged.
- Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
- Completed student progress reports mid-term to notify students and parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
- Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
- Boosted cultural awareness by incorporating children's literature from world cultures.
- Improved students' analytical skills by introducing state-of-the-art computer program technologies.
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with state standards.
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
Education
Ph.D. - Dispute Resolution
Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL01-2000
High School Diploma -
Eastside
Paterson, NJ06-1970
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Florida International University
Miami, FL09-1989
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
St Thomas University
Miami, FL06-1974
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Miami Dade College
Miami, FL06-1972
Skills
- Relationship building
- Critical thinking
- Lesson planning
- Behavior management
- Student engagement
- Motivating students
- Parent-teacher communication
Timeline
Teacher
Broward County Schools
08.2012 - Current
Police Officer
City of Ocala
09.2007 - 12.2011
Police Officer
City of Opa-Locka
12.2003 - 09.2007
Project Manager
Akal Security Inc.
12.2002 - 12.2003
Contract Detention Officer
MVM Security
12.2001 - 12.2003
Police Officer
City Of Hialeah Police Department
07.1986 - 11.2002
Teacher
Miami Dade Public Schools
08.1980 - 08.2002
Ph.D. - Dispute Resolution
Nova Southeastern University
High School Diploma -
Eastside
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Florida International University
Bachelor of Arts - Public Administration
St Thomas University
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
Miami Dade College