Kia Wilmer
Windsor Mill,MD
Summary
Accomplished Correctional Officer at the State of Maryland with a proven track record in emergency response and conflict resolution. Successfully managed high-risk situations, leading to a significant reduction in contraband instances. Renowned for exceptional surveillance skills and fostering a positive work culture through effective communication. Demonstrates sound judgment and strong rapport with both prisoners and colleagues, ensuring adherence to safety and security protocols within detention facilities.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Correctional Officer
State of Maryland
Baltimore, USA
03.2012 - 12.2023
- 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
- Conducted routine and emergency head counts
- Collaborated with fellow officers to maintain a secure environment for staff, visitors, and inmates
- Prevented escapes by diligently inspecting perimeters, doors, windows, gates, fences, and other access points throughout the prison complex regularly
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Learning to Blossom Child Care Center
Baltimore, MD
07.2008 - 03.2012
- Communicated with parents regularly to maintain student progress, schedule meetings, and increase overall student happiness.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to Early Childhood Education topics.
- Adapted instructional techniques according to student learning styles and progress.
- Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, meals and naps.
- Established indoor and outdoor safe play environments for toddler-age children.
- Observed children to record development.
- Developed relationships with families from diverse backgrounds through home visits or open houses.
- Instructed children on basic skills such as color recognition, shape identification, numbers, letters, and early reading skills.
- Maintained records of each child's progress in areas such as language and motor skill development.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Baltimore, MDCertificate - Early Child Care
Baltimore City College
Baltimore, MDSkills
- First Aid Training
- Emergency Response
- De-Escalation Techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Mental health awareness
- Policy Enforcement
- Search and seizure procedures
- Surveillance
- Trained in defensive tactics
- CCTV Monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Patience and empathy
- Child safety procedures
- Early childhood education
- Age-appropriate activities
- Lesson planning
- Student engagement
Certification
- Phlebotomy Technician Certification (CPT), National Healthcare Association
- First Aid Certification, American Red Cross or American Heart Association
- Child Development Associate (CDA) Certificate
- Certified Medication Technician
- 90-hours Maryland Child Day Care Certificate
Timeline
Correctional Officer
State of Maryland
03.2012 - 12.2023
Early Childhood Education Teacher
Learning to Blossom Child Care Center
07.2008 - 03.2012
High School Diploma -
Northwestern High School
Certificate - Early Child Care
Baltimore City College