Dynamic educator with a proven track record at Hermiston School District, excelling in classroom management and relationship building. Enhanced student engagement through innovative lesson planning and collaborative learning. Committed to fostering a supportive environment, I effectively differentiated instruction to meet diverse needs, ensuring every student thrived academically.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Teacher
Hermiston School District
08.2021 - Current
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.
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.
Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
Assessed student performance regularly using both formative and summative assessments to inform future lesson planning.
Collaborated with other teachers to plan interdisciplinary units that connected subjects and promoted deeper understanding among students.
Correctional Officer
Two Rivers Correctional Institution
03.2015 - 05.2020
Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
Searched cells of inmates to identify and confiscate contraband and other prohibited items.
Maintained inmate safety through vigilant monitoring of behavior and swift intervention during conflicts.
Reduced instances of contraband by thoroughly searching inmates, cells, and common areas.
Observed and supervised inmates throughout visits, meal time, recreation, phone calls, and showers.
Escorted inmates to and from cells, court, hospitals, and medical appointments.
Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates.
Conducted security checks of inmates and living areas.
Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
Enforced rules and regulations to maintain order among inmates.
Supervisor
Conagra Brands
10.2008 - 03.2015
Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
Applied strong leadership talents and problem-solving skills to maintain team efficiency and organize workflows.
Improved customer satisfaction with timely response to inquiries, addressing concerns, and finding effective solutions.
Increased team productivity by implementing efficient workflows and setting clear expectations for staff members.
Resolved conflicts among team members promptly, maintaining a harmonious working environment conducive to productivity.
Collaborated with other departments to achieve organizational goals, fostering teamwork across various functions.
Reduced employee turnover by fostering a positive work environment and providing ongoing feedback to staff members.
Optimized scheduling to ensure full coverage during peak hours without overstaffing, balancing customer service with cost efficiency.
Maintained overall safe work environment with employee training programs and enforcement of safety procedures.
Gathered, organized and input information into digital database.