Joseph Denby
MIDDLETOWN,DE
Summary
Compassionate Substitute Teacher with distinguished knowledge of child development. Skilled at working closely with students to maintain progression and control behavioral issues. Committed to keeping up with lesson plans while keeping classrooms fun. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Appoquinimink School District
09.2020 - Current
- Possess strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Effectively work with diverse populations; resolving issues and developing creative solutions
- Highly qualified, motivated professional with 15 years' experience in case management, social work, supervision, training and project management
- Effectively communicates with individuals on all levels of management, and internal/external customers
- Investigate and analyze all possible avenues to initiate policies and procedures to maximize productivity and profitability for the company
- Excel at directing a cohesive staff in the successful attainment of objectives
- Experienced Supervisor, Trainer and Speaker
- 16 years' experience in program management, marketing, supervision, and job development for government and social service agency
- Maintained 100% program compliance while supporting the overall mission of company
- 7 years' experience with case management, interviewing, assessment, crisis intervention, and coordination of supportive services
- Work well independently or as an experienced team player - offering innovative and practical suggestions.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
Correctional Programs Specialist
Federal Bureau of Prisons
06.2013 - 12.2019
- Assisted with re writing position descriptions for Senior Secure Institution Manager (SSIM) and Secure Oversight Monitor
- Participated in the development of, and responsibility for, the implementation of national policy for private secure-correctional detention contract services
- Assisted in managing the privatization national initiatives related to contract procurement and administration
- Assisted with writing statements of work
- Prepared technical direction to the contractor regarding PREA
- Prepared analytical reports
- Prepared correspondence in response to governmental concerns about community based correctional activities
- Monitored national trends and issues relating to private secure facilities activities, to determine if their applications in the Bureau would be beneficial
- Provided technical assistance to PMB field staff at all levels in interpretation and coordination of private secure contract correctional programs and activities
- Served on, various committee meetings
- Monitored mandated training requirements
- Developed training agendas and schedules mandated training for private secure-correctional detention contract services
- Prepared the annual budget and coordinated the execution of the current year budget
- Prepared reports evaluating the impact and success of private secure-correctional detention contract services
- Contracting Officer Representative (COR) Level II
- 30 percent of my time is dedicated to reviewing, evaluating, correcting, editing and developing correctional policy and procedures with the Privatization Management Branch (PMB)
- Acted as the Administrator and Assistant Administrator during their absence
- Conducted Operational Reviews, as Reviewer-In-Charge, and prepared a written report for the Executive Staffs review which outlined the deficiencies, significant findings, and advised items
- Implemented procedures and prepared Corrective Actions Report in response to the Operational Review conducted
- Developed training agendas and schedules mandated training for private secure-correctional detention contract services.
Unit Manager
Federal Bureau of Prisons
10.2006 - 07.2011
- Supervised and motivated a team of 6 unit staff members
- Implemented discipline methods to staff whose performance was marginal
- In the absence of the Associate Warden for Programs, assumes full administrative responsibility for the institution
- Directed investigations and prepared final report
- Assigned, directed and reviewed the work of subordinates; evaluated work performance; identified training needs; recommended selections, promotions, awards, disciplinary or other actions; planned, scheduled and coordinated the work of the unit
- Gave advice and counseling to employees; hearing and resolving employee complaints and grievances
- Approved and submitted reports and recommendations to the Warden Associate Warden on such personnel matters as commendations, promotions, reassignments, retention, disciplinary actions, complaints, and grievances in his assigned areas
- Directed and managed inmate housing units of approximately 120 female designated inmates 30 female pre trial and hold over inmates and approximately 200 male pre trial and hold over inmates within a Federal Detention Center
- Corresponded with congressional staff, probation offices, law enforcement agencies, attorneys, judges, and the general public via verbal or written communication
- Implemented and evaluated security procedures, safety and sanitation procedures, recreational programming, and assignment of living quarters
- Investigated inmate protective custody cases, inmate gang assaults, inmate extortion, and abuse of federal funds/tort claims
- Provided training on numerous occasions to United States Probation Offices (Eastern and Western Districts of Washington and District of Oregon) and outside employers on Inmate Skills Development and Offender Workforce Development
- Pubic Information Officer (PIO) responsible for providing the public with information about the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) programs and operations; and public information concerning inmates in BOP custody
- To ensuring that institution security and public safety is not compromised, or inmates' rights to privacy
- Provided interviews with news media and written media releases on several inmates housed within FDC SeaTac
- Provided training to institutional staff for various programs and procedures
- Monitored staffs performance and provided positive/negative feedback with training recommendations and provided training within the unit to enhance the employee's work performance and career opportunities.
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
09.1999 - 09.2006
- Maintained security of the institution as well as the custody and correctional treatment of the inmate population
- Respond and direct staff during emergencies and institution incidents and disturbances
- Conducted daily inspections of all areas of the institution to ensure established procedures concerning security, safety, and sanitation being followed
- Assisted in maintaining the orderly process of furnishing meals to the inmate population
- Inspected area tool boards for compliance of tool accountability, control, and correct identification and markings
- Supervised and verified institution inmate counts, and oversaw inmate accountability on a daily basis
- Supervised inmates in housing units and instructing them in proper housekeeping and sanitation
- Initiated and participated in searching of inmates, inmate housing units and work area to prevent the introduction of contraband
- Secured and inventoried inmate property
- Supervised and instructed inmates in the proper use and care of tools and equipment
- Provided constant supervision of inmate items that can be used to affect an escape or cause injury to staff and/or inmates
- Escorted and transported inmates to the local hospital and on occasions transport Federal Prisoners on a Bureau of prison's bus to the airlift
- Prepared written reports, contraband sheet, inmate property form, minor work orders, memos of involvement in specific incidents and accident/injury reports
- Maintained good sanitation and security on the compound by communicating fairness and speaking appropriately to inmates on my work detail
- Responsible for the preparation of newly arrived or departing inmates ranging from 50-100, Lieutenants logs, fence log, running count sheet and Control Center Officer
- Maintained strict control over hazardous tools and locks
- Special Housing Unit Officer responsible for 30 minute cell checks ensuring there is no harm done to the inmates, daily cell search and cell changes are conducted
- All daily activities are documented in the proper log books
- Ensure mail is checked for contraband or any unauthorized items, anything not authorized will be returned to the mail room to be forwarded to its original sender
- The mail is sorted and properly distributed to its destination.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology
Rowan University
Glassboro, NJ05.2006
Associate's Degree - Labral Arts
Camden County Community College
Blackwood, NJ05.2006
Skills
- Possess strong communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
- Effectively work with diverse populations; resolving issues and developing creative solutions
- Highly qualified, motivated professional with 15 years' experience in case management, social work, supervision, training and project management
- Effectively communicates with individuals on all levels of management, and internal/external customers
- Investigate and analyze all possible avenues to initiate policies and procedures to maximize productivity and profitability for the company
- Excel at directing a cohesive staff in the successful attainment of objectives
- Experienced Supervisor, Trainer and Speaker
- 16 years' experience in program management, marketing, supervision, and job development for government and social service agency
- Maintained 100% program compliance while supporting the overall mission of company
- 7 years' experience with case management, interviewing, assessment, crisis intervention, and coordination of supportive services
- Work well independently or as an experienced team player - offering innovative and practical suggestions
Military Service
US Air Force, 03/01/83, 08/31/92, Security Police Supervisor
Personal Information
Title: Addictions Counselor
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Appoquinimink School District
09.2020 - Current
Correctional Programs Specialist
Federal Bureau of Prisons
06.2013 - 12.2019
Unit Manager
Federal Bureau of Prisons
10.2006 - 07.2011
Correctional Officer
Federal Bureau of Prisons
09.1999 - 09.2006
Bachelor's Degree - Sociology
Rowan University
Associate's Degree - Labral Arts
Camden County Community College
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