Nedra Philmore
Folkston,GA
Summary
Friendly and energetic Paraprofessional with expertise in assistant teaching in public classroom environment. Motivated to help students learn and be happy, healthy and well-behaved. Calm and effective at mediating student conflicts.
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Over 20 years of experience in Law Enforcement and court room procedures. Skilled in community policing and working to keep communities safe by providing crime prevention strategies to local citizens. Extensive training in crime scene protection and working with at risk individuals.
Knowledge of social work and policies for dealing with individuals in crisis. Maintained Foster Care caseloads for families with substance abuse, mental health issues and health needs.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional/School Bus Driver
Charlton County Board of Education
, GA
08.2024 - Current
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Contributed to a safe and inclusive learning environment for all students.
- Transported students to school in a timely manner while keeping assigned route schedule.
- Followed all safety protocols when transporting students with special needs or disabilities.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding student transportation issues.
- Reported student behavior incidents promptly to the appropriate personnel.
- Assisted in maintaining accurate records of attendance, mileage, and other data related to routes.
- Complied with district policies and procedures concerning student discipline.
- Provided safe and reliable school bus transportation service on fixed routes.
- Complied with local traffic regulations and safety requirements for bus operation.
5th Grade Teacher
Charlton County Board of Education
Folkston
08.2023 - 05.2024
- Developed and implemented lesson plans to meet the needs of all students.
- Organized and maintained a classroom environment conducive to learning.
- Provided instruction in core subjects such as reading, writing, math, science and social studies.
- Assessed student progress by grading tests, assignments and papers.
- Conducted parent-teacher conferences to discuss students' academic performance.
- Encouraged positive behavior through rewards and recognition systems.
- Collaborated with other teachers on curriculum development projects.
- Incorporated technology into the classroom environment for educational purposes.
- Facilitated small group work sessions to provide individualized attention to students' needs.
- Utilized differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Created interactive activities that encouraged student engagement in lessons.
- Established positive relationships with students, parents and colleagues.
- Maintained accurate records of student grades and attendance data.
- Enforced school policies regarding discipline and appropriate conduct.
- Implemented various assessment tools such as quizzes or exams.
- Attended in-service training and professional development courses to stay on top of policy and education changes.
- Involved parents in student education by cultivating strong relationships.
- Created safe, nurturing environment of trust and respect.
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students' varying needs and interests.
- Handled challenging classroom behaviors with positive and affirming techniques.
- Encouraged and supported students in setting and achieving personal and academic goals.
- Maintained accurate and comprehensive records of student performance and attendance.
Paraprofessional
Charlton County Board of Education
Folkston, GA
09.2018 - 02.2023
- Assisted teachers with planning and preparing lessons for students.
- Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
- Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
- Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
- Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
- Monitored student attendance records and reported any discrepancies to appropriate personnel.
- Conducted one-on-one tutoring sessions with struggling students when needed.
- Provided technical assistance to teachers when using new software or technology tools.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
Social Worker
Georgia Department of family and Children
Folkston, GA
02.2022 - 06.2022
- Provided direct clinical social work services to individuals and families in a mental health setting.
- Conducted assessments of client needs, strengths, and resources to develop treatment plans.
- Developed individualized service plans with clients to address their identified goals.
- Provided crisis intervention services for clients experiencing acute distress.
- Assisted clients in accessing community resources such as housing, food pantries, and transportation options.
- Collaborated with family members to provide comprehensive support services to clients.
- Maintained accurate records of client progress and interactions according to agency standards.
- Attended team meetings and provided feedback on case updates and treatment recommendations.
- Advised families regarding guardianship arrangements when appropriate.
- Participated in court proceedings related to cases involving children or vulnerable adults.
- Assessed safety risks for children living at home or in foster care settings.
- Provided supportive counseling services for victims of abuse or neglect.
- Coordinated referrals to outside agencies for additional services such as substance abuse programs or vocational training.
- Engaged with schools and other educational institutions on behalf of students who are struggling academically or socially due to life circumstances.
- Maintained thorough case history records and wrote detailed reports.
- Interviewed clients individually and in family groups to determine services to best address specific needs.
- Developed workable solutions for recurring problems for individuals and families.
Deputy Sheriff
Charlton county Sheriff’s Office
Folkston, GA
05.1996 - 07.2018
- Assisted in the organization and implementation of community outreach programs to raise awareness about public safety.
- Trained new officers on proper patrol procedures and techniques.
- Conducted traffic stops, issued citations, and made arrests when necessary.
- Provided courtroom security for judicial proceedings.
- Maintained order in courtrooms by identifying disturbances and taking appropriate action.
- Investigated criminal activity such as assaults, burglaries, robberies, thefts.
- Gathered evidence from crime scenes to assist with investigations.
- Responded to emergency calls for service involving domestic disputes or other potentially hazardous situations.
- Prepared detailed written reports documenting incident information and investigative activities.
- Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activity and enforce laws and regulations.
- Utilized law enforcement databases to identify suspects or verify information related to investigations.
- Adhered to departmental policies and procedures while performing job duties.
- Interacted with citizens in a professional manner during routine patrols or while responding to calls for service.
- Interviewed witnesses and victims of crimes to obtain additional information regarding incidents under investigation.
- Attended meetings with local officials and representatives from community organizations concerning public safety initiatives.
- Developed relationships with members of the community through participation in various events or activities.
- Performed administrative tasks such as completing paperwork, filing documents.
- Participated in continuing education courses related to law enforcement practices.
- Collaborated with other agencies during multi-jurisdictional operations or investigations.
- Ensured that equipment was properly maintained and operational before each shift.
- Arrested and transported suspects or prisoners to jail or court to maintain custody.
- Drafted incident reports detailing criminal activity, civil proceedings and varied incidents.
- Served warrants, subpoenas, and summonses, encouraging adherence to legal proceedings.
- Collected and preserved evidence associated with crimes, supporting investigations
- Testified in court in connection with criminal prosecutions to support judicial process.
- Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
- Responded to radio messages or telephone instructions to appear at scenes of disorder or crime.
- Maintained safe and secure environments for court proceedings.
- Prepared detailed documentation of felony-level property and violent crimes investigations.
- Regulated vehicle flow, at times of emergency or congestion to reduce accidents.
- Wrote detailed arrest and accident reports.
- Answered calls and complaints while providing community-oriented police services to improve and enhance quality of life community-wide.
Education
Master of Science - Education Specialization in Adult Education
Atlantic Intercontinental University
Atlanta, GA08-2022
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Atlantic Intercontinental University
Atlanta, GA04-2007
High School Diploma -
Charlton County High School
Folkston, GA05-1991
Skills
- Educational assistance
- Special Education Support
- Schedule Management
- Classroom support
- Teacher Support
- Clerical Support
- Crisis Intervention
- Documentation
- Activity Oversight
- Differentiated Instruction
- Small Group Instruction
- Test Proctoring
- Student Records Management
- Reporting Requirements
- Group and individual instruction
- Effective Communication
- Teacher Support and Collaboration
Timeline
Paraprofessional/School Bus Driver
Charlton County Board of Education
08.2024 - Current
5th Grade Teacher
Charlton County Board of Education
08.2023 - 05.2024
Social Worker
Georgia Department of family and Children
02.2022 - 06.2022
Paraprofessional
Charlton County Board of Education
09.2018 - 02.2023
Deputy Sheriff
Charlton county Sheriff’s Office
05.1996 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Education Specialization in Adult Education
Atlantic Intercontinental University
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice
Atlantic Intercontinental University
High School Diploma -
Charlton County High School