Martha Speakes
Liberty township
Summary
Dedicated professional seeking a position with an innovative and progressive organization that offers opportunities for advancement and impactful work. A driven professional with experience in education support, emergency medical services, and public safety. Recognized for effective communication, sound judgement, and the ability to excel in fast-paced and high-pressure environments. Overall, committed to supporting diverse populations and maintaining safe, structured, and positive environments.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Southwest Ohio Council of Government
Lebanon, OH
06.2022 - Current
- Over 10+ years, delivering instructional content and activities planned by the absent teacher to ensure curriculum continuity.
- Creating and sustaining a positive, secure, and effective learning environment by implementing school, classroom, cafeteria, and recess regulations, as well as overseeing student conduct in accordance with established school policies.
- Record attendance, maintain accurate grade records, document any incidents or concerns, and provide a comprehensive report for the regular teacher at the conclusion of the day.
- Providing support to students with assignments, addressing inquiries, and adjusting instructional strategies to accommodate the diverse learning requirements of all students.
- Provide support to students in meeting their academic, social, and behavioral needs.
- Upholding professional ethical standards, ensuring student confidentiality, and communicating effectively with school staff and administrators.
CPR Instructor
First Response of Bluegrass, Inc.
Lexington, KY
11.2005 - Current
- Cultivated a positive learning environment for over 20 years in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillation (AED) techniques, ensuring adherence to the latest American Heart Association guidelines.
- Managing class schedules, tests, and other administrative work while maintaining and submitting required and accurate documentation.
- Increased community awareness of CPR importance through public workshops, presentations, and seminars.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by maintaining proper equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and usage protocols during practice sessions.
- Collect examinations and course materials upon completion of each session and provide feedback.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to align training content with current guidelines.
Paraprofessional/Nursing Assistant (K–12)
Trotwood Madison City Schools
Trotwood, OH
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Deliver essential medial services to students across elementary through high school.
- Observed and examined patients to detect symptoms that required medical attention such as asthma, high blood glucose levels, open cuts, bruises, medication administration and more.
- Promoted a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols, sanitation standards and inspection of emergency medical equipment.
- Conduct and schedule required annual screenings for student hearing and vision testing.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Rural Metro Ambulance
Lexington, KY
08.2000 - 08.2014
- Deliver critical and non-emergency out of hospital care, including vital sign assessment, management of strokes, fractures, burns, oxygen administration, and other medical conditions.
- Safely moved, lifted, and secured patients onto stretchers and into ambulances, ensuring continuous monitoring and high-quality care during transport to appropriate medical facilities.
- Maintain clear and professional radio communication with dispatchers and receiving hospitals, providing timely updates and accurate patient care reports.
- Performed regular inspections of ambulances and medical equipment, ensuring cleanliness, safety, and full operational readiness.
- Provide specialized transportation services tailored for medical helicopter transfers, secure federal inmate transport, and standby coverage for community events.
Corrections Officer
Lexington Fayette Urban Co. Government
Lexington
07.2004 - 07.2006
- Supervised adult and juvenile incarcerated individuals, enforcing facility policies, preventing safety and security incidents, conducting thorough searches, and escorting inmates and trustees to approved locations.
- Performed specialized criminal-justice operational duties, including master control monitoring, booking and release processing, along with secure inmate transport.
- Prepared and maintained accurate documentation such as activity logs, disciplinary reports, incident records, and inmate count sheets to support legal and facility compliance.
- Produced detailed written reports and communicated effectively with officers, supervisors, and command staff.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
Richmond, Kentucky05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky05-1995
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Lexington Community College
Lexington, Kentucky05-1994
Skills
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently with minimal supervision
- Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills
- Exhibits adaptability and flexibility in challenging environments
- Effectively manages multiple assignments and competing priorities
- Exercises sound judgment in high-pressure situations
- Time management and organizational skills
- Leadership and conflict resolution
Certification
- Correctional Facility Corporal Rank
- Adult Correctional Facility Employee of the Month
- Substitute Teacher Commendation
- Preferred Substitute Teachers List
- Certified Emergency Medical Technician
- Certified CPR/First Aid Instructor
- Licensed Substitute Teacher
- United States Army Reserve
Timeline
Substitute Teacher
Southwest Ohio Council of Government
06.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional/Nursing Assistant (K–12)
Trotwood Madison City Schools
04.2017 - 01.2021
CPR Instructor
First Response of Bluegrass, Inc.
11.2005 - Current
Corrections Officer
Lexington Fayette Urban Co. Government
07.2004 - 07.2006
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Rural Metro Ambulance
08.2000 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Eastern Kentucky University
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Lexington Community College