Martha Speakes
Liberty Township,Ohio
Summary
Motivated professional with a strong background in education support, emergency medical services, and public safety. Proven ability to communicate effectively and exercise sound judgment in high-pressure environments. Committed to fostering safe and positive spaces for diverse populations while embracing organizational growth and change.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Southwest Ohio Council of Government
Lebanon, USA
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, USA
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 correct documentation.
- Increased community awareness of CPR importance through public workshops, presentations, and seminars.
- Promote 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, USA
04.2017 - 01.2021
- Administer essential health services to 2,400 students across K–12 settings, ensuring consistent, high‑quality care.
- Evaluated patients for signs of medical issues—including asthma, high blood glucose, injuries, and medication needs—and initiated appropriate care.
- Promote a safe and clean environment by maintaining strict adherence to infection control protocols, sanitation standards, and inspection of emergency medical equipment.
- Plan, schedule, and perform mandated annual hearing and vision screenings for students.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
Rural Metro Ambulance
Lexington, USA
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 prompt 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, USA
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
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY, US05-2003
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-1996
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Lexington, KY05-1995
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Lexington Community College
Lexington, KY05-1994
Skills
- Independent work
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Adaptability
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Organizational skills
- Leadership
- Conflict resolution
- Sound judgment
Accomplishments
- 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
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Kentucky
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Kentucky
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Lexington Community College