JOSHUA C JAMES
Humble,TX
Summary
Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Business Teacher at Hampton County School District, adept at mentoring 150 students and fostering leadership development. Proven track record in case management and exceptional problem-solving skills, integrating evidence-based practices to enhance student outcomes and community engagement. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Teacher
Hampton County School District
Varnville, South Carolina
08.2024 - Current
- Maintained student records including attendance and grades according to district policies and procedures.
- Evaluated student progress using grading rubrics.
- Developed course syllabi and lesson plans for teaching business principles.
- Integrated project-based learning into instruction where appropriate.
- Provided instruction in business and financial management, economics, accounting, marketing, and business law.
- Served as advisor for student organizations focused on leadership development or entrepreneurship.
- Counseled students on college entrance requirements related to business studies.
- Actively participated in faculty meetings, professional development sessions and other school events.
CPS Investigator
Texas Department of Family Protective Services
Houston, TX
07.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided education on parenting skills such as discipline methods and healthy communication habits.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all investigations including statements from witnesses and victims.
- Ensured child safety by interviewing and documenting interactions between alleged victims of abuse, alleged perpetrators of abuse, and collaterals associated with families.
- Referred families to community resources and programs that would enrich their day to day lives.
- Testified in court proceedings when necessary
Field Investigator
SC 14th Circuit Public Defender's Office
Hampton, South Carolina
07.2021 - 07.2023
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Maintained organized records of all information and material pertinent to open investigations.
- Completed comprehensive face-to-face interviews with subjects, neighbors and employers to generate reports to document investigative findings.
- Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
- Analyzed and evaluated information to determine appropriate course of criminal prosecution.
- Conducted background investigations for personnel security clearances.
- Collaborated with legal staff, Attorney General's office and other law enforcement agencies to accomplish proper representation of our clients.
Student Achievement Advocate Supervisor
Hampton County School District 1
Hampton, South Carolina
08.2018 - 06.2021
- Recommended coping mechanisms and offered guidance to individuals dealing with intense problems
- Kept all information confidential except in cases pertaining to abuse, neglect or threats
- Talked with individuals, sharing positive life experiences to encourage improved self-esteem and boost socialization
- Monitored and provided assistance with such activities as homework, fitness and sports, art and literacy
- Addressed absenteeism and combated truancy
- Collected and entered statistical data into databases
- Identified appropriate community resources and provided referrals for services.
- Completed reports, paperwork and documentation accurately and on time.
Probation And Parole Agent
South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services
Columbia, SC
08.2016 - 08.2018
- Presented probation violations in General Sessions Court
- Managed a caseload of 150 or more offenders at any given time
- Devised supervision plans that would benefit clients and reduce recidivism rates after leaving the Department of Corrections
- Special Operation Response in State of Emergencies
- Referred clients to outside organizations to benefit their well being
- DNA Extraction
- Performed community outreach programs to establish a connections with members of the community
- Processed and served warrants as needed for the Department
- Investigatory skills
- Transported offenders to and from multiple jurisdictions to include out of state extraditions.
- Fingerprinting
Detention Officer
Beaufort County Detention Center
Beaufort, SC
07.2015 - 09.2016
- Provide supervision and security for 30-60 inmates at any given time.
- Booked new offenders into the jail
- Removed warrants from NCIC
- Transported inmates to and from legal visits
- Access and Secure all entry and exit points within the facility
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
SC. DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
07.2014 - 07.2015
- Providing safety and security by managing the movements and actions of inmates throughout the institution.
- Transferring inmates to other areas such as other prisons, hospitals, and court rooms.
- Providing care and custody to all inmates in the care of S.C.Department of Corrections.
Night Audit/ House Attendant
Walt Disney's H.H.I. Resort
06.2012 - 04.2013
- Processed guest calls and requests for the 20 building resort area.
- Checked Rooms to see how many were available selling condition.
- Emceed on site events for adolescent guest
STUDENT ATHLETE BOARD COMMITTEE PRESIDENT
JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY
08.2010 - 05.2012
- Served as a liaison between the university's student athletes and the athletic department.
- Oversaw the implementation of new student athlete stipends.
- Responsible for the concerns and necessities for the 200 Athletes enrolled at the University.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
2015
Skills
- Experienced Supervisor
- Responsible for the mentor-ship of 150 students throughout the District
- Great Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Motivator
- Experience in Evidence Based Practices
- Case Management Skills
- Video Surveillance
- Interpersonal Communication Skills
- Community Outreach Specialist
- Presented Criminal Cases in a Court Room Setting
- Exceptional Problem Solver
- Trained in Risk Management
- Conflict Resolution
- Firearm training specialist
- Defense and Arrest Tactics
Accomplishments
Received Employee of the Month (January 2019) for Wade Hampton High School
Received a Certificate of Appreciation from Director Adger while with the SCDPPPS.
Can Do Award recipient for assisting in a stabbing incident while with SCDC.
Employee of the month December 2014 (A.C.I.)
Helped to develop a new marketing strategy while interning at Stroud's Florist
Formally commended by superiors for bravery.
Additional Information
- STRENGTHS: Solid Educational Background, Dedicated Team Player, Proactive Problem Solver, Great Communicator, Well Developed Interpersonal Skills
Timeline
Business Teacher
Hampton County School District
08.2024 - Current
CPS Investigator
Texas Department of Family Protective Services
07.2023 - 07.2024
Field Investigator
SC 14th Circuit Public Defender's Office
07.2021 - 07.2023
Student Achievement Advocate Supervisor
Hampton County School District 1
08.2018 - 06.2021
Probation And Parole Agent
South Carolina Department of Probation, Parole and Pardon Services
08.2016 - 08.2018
Detention Officer
Beaufort County Detention Center
07.2015 - 09.2016
CORRECTIONAL OFFICER
SC. DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS
07.2014 - 07.2015
Night Audit/ House Attendant
Walt Disney's H.H.I. Resort
06.2012 - 04.2013
STUDENT ATHLETE BOARD COMMITTEE PRESIDENT
JOHNSON C. SMITH UNIVERSITY
08.2010 - 05.2012
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH CAROLINA, SCHOOL OF BUSINESS
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