Lacey Flying Hawk
Northglenn,CO
Summary
Early Childhood Educator: Experienced with early childhood education, focusing on creating inclusive and stimulating learning environments. Utilizes creative teaching methods and behavioral management strategies to engage young learners. Knowledge of developmental milestones and effective communication with parents and colleagues.
Special Education Paraprofessional: Special education professional with proven ability to assist in creating inclusive learning environments. Background includes implementing tailored teaching strategies and supporting student development. Recognized for effective collaboration and adaptability, ensuring smooth classroom operations and positive student outcomes.
Correctional Officer: Detail-oriented Correctional Officer with proven expertise in safety awareness, inmate supervision, and emergency management. Committed to creating secure environments through effective conflict resolution and de-escalation techniques.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Correctional Officer
Justice for the People
Pine Ridge, SD
07.2022 - 03.2024
- Enforced security protocols to maintain safety within facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of inmate housing and common areas.
- Monitored inmate behavior to prevent disturbances or altercations.
- Responded swiftly to emergencies, ensuring proper procedures were followed.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and support staff on incident reports.
- Trained new officers on operational procedures and safety measures.
- Implemented conflict resolution techniques to de-escalate tense situations.
- Developed and maintained effective communication with inmates and staff members.
- 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.
- Assisted in the training of new correctional officers, providing guidance on best practices and procedures.
- Prepared, processed and maintained forms, reports, logs, records, and activity journals.
- 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.
- Tracked inmates through head counts, visitor logs, and scheduled activities.
- Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
- Improved communication between staff members by participating in daily briefings and sharing critical information about inmate activities.
- Implemented effective emergency response plans during crises situations, minimizing harm to staff and inmates.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies governing correctional facilities.
- Enhanced facility security by conducting regular inspections and addressing potential risks.
- Contributed to a positive work culture among colleagues by utilizing effective communication skills both verbally and in writing.
- Conducted efficient inmate transfers, adhering to strict security protocols while maintaining order and control throughout the process.
- Observed behavior of residents individually and in groups.
- Completed intake paperwork, fingerprints, and searches.
- Booked new inmates into facility and processed inmates for release.
- Reduced inmate altercations through proactive conflict resolution strategies.
- Coordinated with law enforcement agencies to ensure smooth transfer of inmates.
- Maintained detailed records of inmate behavior and activity, contributing to facility security.
- Prepared reports to document incidents and violations.
- Made rounds at specified intervals and conducted head counts and roll calls.
- Supervised inmates during meals, recreation and other activities.
- Transported inmates to and from court hearings, medical appointments and other locations.
- Assisted in intake and release of inmates.
Early Childhood Educator
Oglala Lakota College Head Start and Early Head Start Program
Kyle, SD
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Developed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum for diverse learning styles.
- Promoted social, emotional, and cognitive development through engaging activities.
- Collaborated with families to support children's individual needs and progress.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Monitored and assessed student development using observational techniques.
- Facilitated parent-teacher conferences to discuss child growth and strategies.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive interactions among children.
- Supported children with special needs, creating customized learning strategies to accommodate various abilities.
- Maintained and fostered positive and constructive interactions with staff, families, and children.
- Boosted children''s social skills development through group projects and collaborative games.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Communicated with parents and other staff about student progress.
- Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.
- Cultivated a safe and inclusive classroom environment that fostered respect, empathy, and cultural awareness among students.
- Fostered creativity in the classroom through art projects, dramatic play, storytelling exercises, and other imaginative pursuits.
- Observed children to identify individuals in need of additional support and developed strategies to improve assistance.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Established ongoing professional development goals, participating in workshops and conferences to stay current on emerging trends in early childhood education.
- Strengthened parent-teacher relationships through consistent communication, increasing parental involvement in the educational process.
- Enhanced sensory and perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory development, by employing both traditional and modern educational strategies and techniques.
- Implemented evidence-based behavior management systems to maintain a positive atmosphere conducive to learning for all students.
- Promoted physical health by incorporating movement breaks and outdoor play opportunities into each day''s schedule.
- Developed comprehensive assessments to measure student progress effectively and adjust teaching methods accordingly.
- Improved literacy rates by implementing targeted reading interventions and guided reading sessions.
- Utilized creative arts to enhance children's expressive abilities and creativity.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share teaching strategies and resources, improving overall teaching quality.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Oglala Lakota County School District
Pine Ridge, SD
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Supported individualized education plans by assisting students with diverse learning needs.
- Implemented behavior management strategies to promote positive student engagement and participation.
- Collaborated with teachers to develop instructional materials tailored for special education programs.
- Monitored student progress and provided feedback to educators on academic performance and social skills.
- Assisted in classroom organization, ensuring a conducive learning environment for all students.
- Facilitated communication between students, parents, and staff regarding educational activities and progress.
- Adapted teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles and abilities among students.
- Assisted in the implementation of effective behavior management techniques, resulting in a more focused and positive classroom environment.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Developed strong rapport with students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding during daily interactions both inside and outside the classroom setting.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Enhanced students'' learning experiences by implementing individualized educational plans and adapting teaching methods for special needs students.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Encouraged students to participate in school activities and programs to promote well-roundedness and increase confidence.
- Coordinated with teachers to create inclusive lesson plans that addressed the diverse needs of all learners within the classroom setting.
- Developed tailor-fit lesson plans to cater to individual needs of each student.
- Supported faculty in implementing behavioral intervention plans to address challenging student behaviors.
- Collaborated with teachers and specialists to assess student progress.
- Helped feeding and daily living skills to support physical and emotional well-being.
- Maintained classroom equipment and work area to promote safe learning environment and meet mandated requirements.
- Worked with students to promote learning and pro-social development.
- Observed individuals or groups of students in variety of settings to maintain safe and positive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Christian University
Denver, CO04-2026
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oglala Lakota College
Kyle, SD05-2019
Skills
- First aid training
- Emergency response
- De-escalation techniques
- Conflict resolution skills
- Inmate supervision
- Correctional facility procedures
- Policy enforcement
- Restraint techniques
- Inmate monitoring
- Self-defense tactics
- Search and seizure procedures
- Observation
- Surveillance
- Self-defense techniques
- Security procedures
- Safety
- Trained in defensive tactics
- Relationship building and management
- Weapons training
- Prisoner transport
- Observation techniques
- Booking procedures
- Suicide prevention
- Gang awareness
- Search procedures
- Emergency management
- Mentorship
- File and record maintenance
- Evidence preservation
- Records management
- Physical fitness
- Inmate rights
- Perimeter control
- First aid and CPR certified
- Conflict resolution
- Play-based learning
- Problem-solving
- Classroom management
- Relationship building
- Parent-teacher communication
- Lesson planning
- Gross motor skills
- Sensory activities
- Curriculum planning
- Fine motor skills
- Classroom organization
- Behavioral modeling
- Safety awareness
- Circle time management
- Motor skill development
- Dramatic play
- Artistic activities
- Leading activities
- Storytelling techniques
- Creative expression
- IEP compliance
- Teacher assistance
- Learning disabilities support
- Collaboration with teachers
- Progress monitoring
- Verbal and written communication
- Teaching and instruction
- Student advocacy
- Instructional support
- Lesson plan implementation
- Student supervision
- Behavioral plan management
- Nonverbal communication
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Special needs
- Feeding assistance
- Visual schedules
- Emotional regulation
- Heavy lifting
- Sensory integration
- Seizure management
Timeline
Correctional Officer
Justice for the People
07.2022 - 03.2024
Early Childhood Educator
Oglala Lakota College Head Start and Early Head Start Program
08.2019 - 05.2021
Special Education Paraprofessional
Oglala Lakota County School District
08.2019 - 05.2021
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Colorado Christian University
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Oglala Lakota College