Kaylynn Hoppe
Seymour,TN
Summary
Vigilant School Safety Officer known for high productivity and efficient task completion. Possess specialized skills in emergency response coordination, conflict resolution, and surveillance technology management. Excel in communication, problem-solving, and teamwork, ensuring a safe educational environment for staff and students alike.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
School Safety Officer
Knox County Schools
09.2025 - Current
- Monitored school premises to ensure a safe environment for students and staff.
- Responded promptly to safety incidents and emergencies, ensuring student and staff safety.
- Responded quickly to any medical emergencies on school grounds by providing first aid until paramedics arrived.
- Performed regular emergency drills with students, faculty, and staff to ensure proper responses in the event of an emergency.
- Conducted regular safety drills and training sessions, enhancing preparedness among faculty and students.
- Patrolled hallways, parking lots, playgrounds, cafeterias, libraries, and auditoriums while on duty.
- Patrolled crowds during events to preserve order and promote security.
- Provided support to students in creating a safe and encouraging learning environment. to help foster positive and safe learning environment.
- Developed and implemented strategies to strengthen overall security measures at the school.
- Monitored security cameras and alarms to detect suspicious activity on school property.
- Greeted parents arriving at the school each morning and provided directions when needed.
Hospital Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
- Functioned as a deterrent to criminal activity, vandalism, and misconduct, which helped businesses maintain a secure environment.
- Ensured security by actively monitoring entrances and exits, contributing to a safer environment.
- Enforced security policies and removed violators and unauthorized individuals from the premises to maintain a safe environment.
- Used a handheld metal detector and other surveillance devices to screen individuals entering the facility.
- I checked the identification of everyone who entered and exited the facility to eliminate unauthorized visitors.
- Patrolled interiors and grounds to proactively identify and deter potential threats to facility assets.
- Responded to alarms, investigated disturbances, and coordinated with law enforcement to effectively manage crises.
- Updated shift logs and wrote daily reports to keep track of security activities and incidents.
- Used two-way radios, mobile phones, and other technological devices to communicate with the security team and building supervisors.
- I remained calm, assertive, and mindful to think critically and solve problems during stressful situations.
- Followed established procedures and posted orders to enforce company rules, policies, and regulations to the general public.
- Welcomed guests professionally while ensuring safety protocols were followed to maintain a secure environment.
- I maintained my flexibility and adapted to new situations in rapidly changing environments.
- I showed visitors around the building and answered questions about accessibility.
Production Technician
Baxter Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
- Set up and operated production equipment according to daily work orders and safety procedures.
- Assisted machine operators with the setup and operation of production equipment, which resulted in more efficient runs.
- Monitored and adjusted production processes or equipment for quality and productivity.
- Evaluated finished products to ensure compliance with standards for quality and compliance with customer requirements.
- Troubleshot equipment, device, and product issues to minimize downtime.
- Organized, scheduled, and assigned production work to ensure efficient workflow.
- Planned staffing to ensure optimal coverage in order to meet challenging daily goals.
- Kept track of employee actions to ensure that they followed safety procedures.
- Documented and reported unsafe conditions and defective equipment.
- Read and interpreted standard operating procedures to complete work accurately and efficiently.
- Used hand trucks and powered industrial trucks to complete tasks and transport items.
Cafeteria Assistant
McDowell County Schools
11.2021 - 08.2022
- Cooked food in large batches according to recipe instructions for school breakfasts, lunches, and special events
- Followed temperature, safety, and presentation guidelines when serving food
- Monitored food temperatures to ensure compliance with safety regulations
- Disinfected kitchen area, including floors, work tables, tools, and equipment, to maintain sanitation standards
- Made sure that the kitchen was kept clean and free of debris and water
- Kept a high level of cleanliness and sanitation
- Provided attentive service to enhance dining experiences for students, staff, and visitors
- Prepped ingredients and recipe components in advance
- Alerted management to product and supply shortages in order to avoid service interruptions.
Material Handler
Baxter Healthcare
02.2017 - 07.2021
- Transported inventory items to designated locations, ensuring efficient organization
- Ensured safe operation of equipment by following standard safety procedures.
- Alerted supervisors and coworkers to safety issues, promoting a safer work environment.
- Tracked item movements using handheld scanners and physical logs, maintaining accurate inventory records
- Cleared jams and unblocked conveyor system, facilitating uninterrupted goods flow
- Used safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
- Cleaned warehouse areas to maintain safety and efficiency
- Led a team of 16-20 skilled workers to ensure quality, compliance, and safety
- Double-checked the documentation and work order specifications
- Detected malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
Operator
Janesville Acoustics
08.2015 - 06.2016
- Used safe lockout-tagout procedures to prevent injury to personnel during maintenance procedures
- Supported technicians in machine setup and handling to ensure efficient operation
- Inspected parts for cleanliness and contamination, safeguarding product quality
- Verified documentation and work order specifications to maintain compliance and accuracy
- Packaged completed products and moved them to staging areas.
Cook
Hardee's
09.2014 - 06.2015
- Made food according to recipes, portioning, cooking, and waste management guidelines
- Received food orders from cashiers and efficiently cooked items to ensure timely service of hot meals
- Maintained stocked stations with supplies and spices to support uninterrupted kitchen operations
- Kept well-stocked stations with supplies and spices for maximum productivity
- Sanitized food preparation areas, grills, and equipment to avoid cross-contamination from raw foods
- Enforced proper sanitation practices to keep food from spoiling or becoming contaminated.
- Made sure that proper work flow and quality controls were in place for food quality and temperature
- Prepared cooking supplies, ingredients, and workstations when opening and closing the kitchen
- Collaborated with team members to pinpoint process improvement opportunities and enhance team efficiency
- Clean the kitchen and wash the dishes before and after cooking
Cashier
Burger King
09.2013 - 08.2014
- Greeted customers with a smile and offered prompt and dedicated assistance
- Guided customers and answered questions to enhance their shopping experience
- Efficiently and accurately processed a large number of transactions
- Counted cash in the register drawer to keep the register balanced at the start and end of each shift
- Resolved customer complaints effectively, ensuring satisfaction and loyalty
- Maintained accurate and secure cash drawers by verifying bills and managing change
- Gathered and scanned coupons to deduct automatically from the total
- Maintained clean and orderly checkout areas and mopped floors.
- Adheres to procedures, rules, and regulations to ensure a safe and clean working environment
- Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mcdowell High School
Marion, NC06.2015
Skills
- Emergency response
- Incident reporting
- Safety monitoring
- Behavioral assessment
- Community relations practices
- Crisis planning experience
- First aid and CPR
- School safety
- De-escalation techniques
- Student engagement
- Relationship building
- Quick response time
- Law enforcement
- Threat assessment
Certification
CPR Certified
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
School Safety Officer
Knox County Schools
09.2025 - Current
Hospital Security Officer
Allied Universal Security Services
08.2023 - 08.2024
Production Technician
Baxter Healthcare
08.2022 - 06.2023
Cafeteria Assistant
McDowell County Schools
11.2021 - 08.2022
Material Handler
Baxter Healthcare
02.2017 - 07.2021
Operator
Janesville Acoustics
08.2015 - 06.2016
Cook
Hardee's
09.2014 - 06.2015
Cashier
Burger King
09.2013 - 08.2014
High School Diploma -
Mcdowell High School