Lonnie Smithey
Retired After 25 Years Of Military Service
Elizabeth City,NC
Summary
Goal-oriented Substitute Teacher driven to help students focus on learning by maintaining discipline. Help students understand learning objectives through 1 on 1 attention.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Educational Service Center Of Central Ohio
Columbus , Ohio
2022.04 - 2022.05
- Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
- Collaborated with teaching staff to implement coordinated educational strategies and student support networks.
- Integrated existing and new technology into classroom to help provide creative and fun learning environment.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Provided instruction for students in core subject areas.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to primary teacher.
- Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Administered and graded tests and quizzes and reported performance to primary teacher.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
Volunteer Assistant Wrestling Coach
Canal Winchester Middle School
Canal Winchester , OH
2021.11 - 2022.02
- Individually coached struggling players to help boost confidence and meet personal goals.
- Maintained comprehensive knowledge of athletic medicine as related to common injuries and conditions across sport.
- Assisted head coach by overseeing practice warmups, conditioning and daily exercises while modeling technique.
- Demonstrated proper technique for penetrating, lifting and pinning for team and coaching staff.
- Educated individuals on importance of proper nutritional and sleep habits, demonstrating impact on physical performance.
- Increased player strength, agility and game skills through successful practices.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Bus Driver
Canal Winchester Local School District
Canal Winchester , Ohio
2021.05 - 2022.04
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Performed bus driving duties while keeping student safety in mind to maintain good safety record.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained Ohio driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Obeyed federal, Ohio and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Operated bus and navigation equipment in alignment with company safety, DOT and local traffic standards and regulations.
- Followed schedules precisely to completely daily routes.
- Checked vehicle daily for maintenance needs, personally handled common upkeep and reported serious concerns to supervisor.
Charter Bus Driver
James River Transportation
Norfolk , VA
2019.08 - 2020.04
- Conducted pre-trip inspections of bus for safe operation.
- Transported passengers safely along prescribed routes according to tight schedules.
- Adhered to scheduled routes and accomplished timely drop-offs and pick-ups to comply with preset route criteria.
- Maintained Virginia driver's license to enable legal operation of school buses for student transport, field trips and other purposes.
- Assisted passengers with disabilities and other physical issues in boarding and exiting bus to promote passenger safety.
- Obeyed federal, Virginia and local traffic laws and regulations to enable safe transportation outcomes for participants.
- Maintained impeccable records of daily drives, vehicle maintenance and notable incidents.
- Read maps and followed written and verbal geographic directions.
Truck Driver
J. B. Hunt INC
Lowell , AR
2015.05 - 2016.05
- Operated with safety and skill to avoid accidents and delays.
- Demonstrated safe driving by following regulations and safety procedures, resulting in zero accidents.
- Inspected trucks for malfunctions and reported vehicles to management for corrective action.
- Maintained daily, legible DOT log book and submitted corresponding documents.
- Clearly communicated with dispatchers to give updated information on estimated times of arrival and latest road conditions.
- Completed regular inspections and maintenance actions, as well as basic equipment repairs, to keep equipment operating at peak levels.
Detachment Sergeant
U.S Army
Columbus , OH
2013.07 - 2015.05
- Maintained records on personnel and operations for reporting purposes.
- Updated commander on status of personnel and administrative activities.
- Provided leadership and training to 100 personnel.
- Oversaw subordinates' health, well-being and morale.
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
Jolon , CA
2011.07 - 2013.07
- Handled administrative requirements, maintained records and submitted operational reports.
- Oversaw teams planning, implementing and realigning field and base operational strategies.
- Ordered, unloaded, sorted and tracked supplies and equipment needed for unit activities.
- Managed all aspects of administrative and personnel needs of ground supply operations.
- Conducted and oversaw interrogations, briefings and debriefings.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Performed duties in accordance with applicable standards, policies and regulatory guidelines to promote safe working environment.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Volunteer Head Football Coach
San Antonio Local School District
Jolon , CA
2011.08 - 2013.07
- Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
- Worked with offensive and defensive coaches to develop cohesive football program.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Established clear benchmarks for performance and monitored individual and team progress.
- Implemented exercise programs and training strategies to bolster individual and team performance.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
- Recruited athletes by attending games, meeting with families, and presenting scholarship offers.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Instilled discipline and principles of good sportsmanship in players.
- Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
- Trained athletes in proper use of equipment for safety and maximum results.
- Developed game plans and adjusted to meet various game situations.
- Educated players on nutrition and positive life choices for better health and performance.
Truck Master
U.S. Army Active Duty
Franklin , PA
2007.09 - 2011.06
- Worked closely with personnel, customers and contractors to resolve problems.
- Motivated workers to exceptional performance through implementation of new strategies.
- Maintained safe work environment and confirmed current compliance with OSHA and other governmental regulations.
- Balanced schedule and customer demands against team capabilities and available resources to meet performance objectives.
- Managed labor assignments and equipment allocations and met transportation, operations and production goals.
- Oversaw preventive maintenance and scheduled repairs to maximize vehicle and equipment performance.
- Coordinated responses to emergencies by dispatching vehicles and bringing in additional personnel.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Worked flexible hours; night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
Training NCO
U.S. Army Active Duty
Fort Dix , NJ
2005.05 - 2007.09
- Developed and implemented effective lesson plans to cover necessary material.
- Identified training needs and planned classes accordingly.
- Trained and licensed 400 employees to enhance success in field operations.
- Trained over 100 students with graduation rate of 100%.
- Evaluated success of training programs and recommended improvements to upper management to enhance effectiveness.
- Adjusted instructional strategies according to student needs and understanding of material.
- Acted as training subject matter expert and provided extensive technical support to different departments.
Volunteer Head Basketball Coach
San Antonio Local School District
Jolon , CA
2011.08 - 2013.07
- Acted as positive role model for team participants and in community.
- Promoted good sportsmanship with competing teams on- and off-field.
- Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
- Directed ambitious practice sessions to boost athletic abilities and teamwork.
- Prepared athletes for special competitions and tournaments.
- Readied athletes for tough games by implementing coordinated regimens of practices and physical conditioning.
- Conveyed rules and regulations clearly, promoting better understanding among players and decreasing fouls during games.
- Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
Education
No Degree - History
University of Arizona Global Campus
Chandler, AZSkills
- Understanding of Content
- Enforcing Classroom Rules
- Infection Prevention and Control
- Instructional Strategies
- Positive Reinforcement Strategies
Timeline
Substitute Teacher, K-12
Educational Service Center Of Central Ohio
2022.04 - 2022.05
Volunteer Assistant Wrestling Coach
Canal Winchester Middle School
2021.11 - 2022.02
Bus Driver
Canal Winchester Local School District
2021.05 - 2022.04
Charter Bus Driver
James River Transportation
2019.08 - 2020.04
Truck Driver
J. B. Hunt INC
2015.05 - 2016.05
Detachment Sergeant
U.S Army
2013.07 - 2015.05
Volunteer Head Football Coach
San Antonio Local School District
2011.08 - 2013.07
Volunteer Head Basketball Coach
San Antonio Local School District
2011.08 - 2013.07
Operations Sergeant
U.S. Army Active Duty
2011.07 - 2013.07
Truck Master
U.S. Army Active Duty
2007.09 - 2011.06
Training NCO
U.S. Army Active Duty
2005.05 - 2007.09
No Degree - History
University of Arizona Global Campus
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