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Gary Ellington

New Caney,TX

Summary

Dedicated career peace officer transitioned into education post-retirement, pursuing reentry into law enforcement.

Overview

1
1
Certification
42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Classroom Teacher

Cleveland Independent School District
Cleveland, TX
07.2022 - 06.2026
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to maintain a positive learning environment.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
  • Managed classroom behavior by developing positive relationships with students while enforcing rules fairly and consistently.
  • Integrated technology into lessons to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes.
  • Provided individualized support to students with diverse learning needs.

Law Enforcement Officer

Harris County Sheriff's Office
Houston, TX
02.1989 - 08.2020
  • Began tenure at Harris County Sheriff’s Office in 1989 as county jailer responsible for managing care and custody of approximately 16,000 inmates.
  • Completed Harris County Sheriff’s Academy in 1990; commissioned as deputy thereafter.
  • Worked in inmate housing facility, detention zone patrol, and facilitated new hire training.
  • Transitioned to patrol bureau in 1991; addressed citizen calls and participated in proactive policing efforts.
  • Promoted to detective in 1995, focusing on criminal warrants, narcotics, organized crime, and child protection cases.
  • Advanced to sergeant in 2000; served in both jail system and patrol bureau capacities.
  • Oversaw inmate transport, ensured hospital security, and directed patrol activities to maintain safety and order.
  • Retired after over 31 years of service in 2020.

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps
Camp Pendleton South, California
08.1984 - 05.1988
  • Began career as a United States Marine in August 1984.
  • Graduated from Recruit Training in November 1984.
  • Attended Field Radio Operator School in January 1985-March
  • Served in Fox Battery, 2nd Battalion, 11th Marine Regiment, 1st Marine Division.
  • Operated field radio systems, facilitating communication for Battery Fire Direction Center and Forward Observation teams.
  • Completed training as Field Telegraph Radio Operator and Artillery Forward Observer, enhancing tactical communication skills.
  • Honorably Discharged in 1988.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Houston
Houston, TX
05-2010

Skills

  • Lesson planning
  • Curriculum development
  • Assessment strategies
  • Classroom management
  • Individualized support
  • Technology integration
  • Conflict resolution

Certification

  • Master Peace Officer (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement)
  • Graduate of Leadership Command College (LEMIT)
  • Law Enforcement Instructor (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement)
  • Master Jailer (Texas Commission on Law Enforcement)

Timeline

Classroom Teacher

Cleveland Independent School District
07.2022 - 06.2026

Law Enforcement Officer

Harris County Sheriff's Office
02.1989 - 08.2020

United States Marine

United States Marine Corps
08.1984 - 05.1988

Bachelor of Arts - History

University of Houston
Gary Ellington