Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Nailah Boone

Nailah Boone

Suffolk,VA

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience as a Correctional Officer at Indian Creek Correctional Center, adept in emergency response and conflict resolution. Proven track record in training staff and maintaining compliance with regulations, while fostering a positive work environment. Skilled in records management and committed to enhancing team performance through mentorship.

Developed exceptional crisis management and conflict resolution skills in high-security environment. Proficient in maintaining order and ensuring safety through effective communication and attention to detail. Seeking to transition into new field leveraging these transferable skills to contribute to dynamic team.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Correctional Officer

Indian Creek Correctional Center
10.2024 - Current
  • Managed high-risk situations with professionalism and composure, ensuring the safety of all involved parties.
  • 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.
  • Maintained accurate records of inmate incidents or infractions using electronic databases or written logs as required.
  • 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.
  • 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.

Teacher

Apostles Preschool
10.2022 - 03.2024
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, modeling appropriate conduct, and consistently enforcing established rules and consequences..
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior to facilitate ongoing communication with parents about their child''s educational journey.
  • Integrated cultural awareness into lessons by incorporating diverse perspectives and materials into the curriculum.
  • Continuously pursued professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences to stay current in educational trends.
  • Enhanced students' critical thinking and problem-solving skills through project-based learning.

Education

Biology

Woodrow Wilson High School
Portsmouth, VA

No Degree - Biology

Howard University
Washington, DC

Skills

  • First aid training
  • Emergency response
  • De-escalation techniques
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Policy enforcement
  • Stress tolerance
  • Observation techniques
  • Booking procedures
  • Search procedures
  • Mentorship
  • Staff management
  • File and record maintenance
  • Records management
  • Background investigations
  • Product knowledge
  • Program coordination

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.

Certification

  • First Aid Training
  • CPR Training

Timeline

Correctional Officer

Indian Creek Correctional Center
10.2024 - Current

Teacher

Apostles Preschool
10.2022 - 03.2024

Biology

Woodrow Wilson High School

No Degree - Biology

Howard University