Micah Shedrick
Amarillo,TX
Summary
Safety-focused professional with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and experience conducting environmental walk-downs, identifying hazards, documenting conditions, and implementing corrective actions in classroom and school environments. Skilled in developing procedures, delivering safety training, collecting and maintaining accurate records, and communicating findings to supervisors, administrators, staff, students, and other stakeholders. Detail-oriented and compliance-minded, with experience monitoring activities, investigating incidents, assessing risk, and applying safety protocols to protect people and property. Ready to apply strong observation, documentation, training, and procedure-development skills to an Occupational Health & Safety Associate role.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
Canyon ISD
Amarillo, TX
07.2024 - Current
- Conduct daily environmental walk-downs to identify hazards, report unsafe conditions, and stop activities when safety is at risk.
- Perform detailed observations and document processes to inform supervisory decisions and corrective actions.
- Develop and implement safety procedures for classroom activities involving equipment, chemicals, and student movement.
- Create and deliver training on safe work procedures for students and staff.
- Maintain organized materials and workspace readiness, follow written procedures, and complete assigned training.
- Investigate incidents involving students or property and prepare detailed reports documenting findings and recommendations.
- Adapt procedures and controls based on hazard assessments and changing conditions.
- Collaborate with administrators and stakeholders to support compliance with district safety policies.
Student Teacher
Hillside Elementary
Amarillo, TX
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported setup, monitoring, and teardown of hands-on science and mathematics activities; ensured equipment and supplies were stored safely and ready for use.
- Conducted pre-activity hazard assessments for laboratory and construction-style classroom projects.
- Observed work processes and communicated findings to the mentor teacher to improve procedures.
- Collected and recorded assessment data, maintained accurate logs, and communicated results to lead staff.
- Reviewed lesson plans to ensure hazards were identified and mitigating controls were in place.
Math & Science Intern
Hillside Elementary
Amarillo, TX
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Assisted in planning and conducting surveillance of science laboratory processes and student activities.
- Performed classroom and laboratory safety inspections as assigned.
- Participated in readiness verifications and evaluations of classroom operations.
- Maintained documentation of safety procedures and student compliance with safety protocols.
- Involved subject matter experts, including mentor teachers, when necessary for specialized safety concerns.
Literacy & Social Studies Intern
Heritage Hills Elementary
Amarillo, TX
03.2023 - 06.2023
- Reviewed applicable school policies and maintained written procedures to support compliance.
- Conducted hazard briefings before field activities and group projects.
- Monitored student behavior and implemented corrective actions to maintain a safe learning environment.
- Documented incidents and communicated findings to the supervising teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
05-2024
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Amarillo College
12-2018
Skills
- Hazard identification and risk assessment
- Safety inspection and documentation
- Training program development and delivery
- OSHA compliance and workplace safety standards
- Accident investigation and incident reporting
- Detailed observation and data collection
- Safety procedure development and implementation
- Stakeholder communication and collaboration
- Microsoft Office: Word, Excel; accurate documentation and data entry
- Pre-activity hazard analysis and walkthroughs
- Behavior management and corrective actions
- Environmental monitoring and safety protocols
Certification
Phlebotomy Certification — Training in venipuncture techniques, specimen collection, labeling, and chain-of-custody procedures, Emergency Services Training — Coursework in emergency response procedures, tourniquet application, chest seal application, and field response protocols, Seizure Recognition & Response Training — Training in identifying seizure types, providing appropriate first aid, and completing post-event documentation, EpiPen Administration Training — Training in recognizing anaphylaxis and administering epinephrine auto-injectors according to established protocols, First Aid / CPR Certified
Additional Qualifications
- Detail-oriented, dependable, and adaptable professional with the ability to quickly learn new procedures, regulations, and safety requirements
- Strong communicator with supervisors, team members, administrators, and other stakeholders
- Data-driven approach to problem-solving, documentation, and continuous improvement
- Experience providing positive mentorship, instruction, and corrective feedback
- Proven ability to adapt procedures and controls to meet changing needs and conditions
- Committed to maintaining safe, organized, and compliant work environments
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Teacher
Canyon ISD
07.2024 - Current
Student Teacher
Hillside Elementary
01.2024 - 05.2024
Math & Science Intern
Hillside Elementary
09.2023 - 12.2023
Literacy & Social Studies Intern
Heritage Hills Elementary
03.2023 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Fort Hays State University
Associate of Arts - Elementary Education
Amarillo College