Edna James
Mayo,FL
Summary
Seasoned professional with a proven track record in student engagement and conflict resolution, honed across roles from Enrichment Teacher at Lighthouse Christian Academy to Correctional Lieutenant. Excelled in creating enriching activities and maintaining order, demonstrating a professional demeanor and effective lesson planning. Achieved significant improvements in student assessment accuracy and inmate management.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Enrichment Teacher
Lighthouse Christian Academy Of Mayo, Fl
Mayo, FL
08.2015 - 05.2023
- Coached and assessed student progress during Physical Education for grades K-8.
- Monitor and assess student progress in online courses.
- Assist with special events, such as school programs, assemblies, as needed.
- Fill in as a substitute teacher for grades K-12 as needed.
- Maintain accurate records of student grades and attendance.
- Planned and implemented creative, engaging enrichment activities for students in grades K-8.
- Conduct research to stay abreast of current trends in the field of enrichment education.
- Supervise student behavior during classes, while encouraging positive social interactions.
- Prepare and administer tests and assessments to track and monitor student progress.
Correctional Lieutenant
Department of Corrections
Mayo Correctional Instiution, FL
01.2009 - 03.2015
- Ensured compliance with state and federal statutes regarding treatment of inmates.
- Developed, monitored and revised operational policies and procedures.
- Reviewed daily logs to ensure accuracy of reported information related to inmate activities and personnel issues.
- Implemented appropriate discipline measures following review of investigation results.
- Conducted investigations of inmate disturbances and incidents.
- Maintained order in building and on grounds of prison.
- Provided guidance to staff on proper application of correctional policies and procedures.
- Oversaw assigned court trips for jailers, maintaining security of staff and public.
- Diffused disruptive behavior by verbal interventions.
- Promoted safety, order, and functionality of facility.
- Settled disputes between inmates.
- Assessed staffing needs and implemented appropriate corrective actions when needed.
- Evaluated employee performance, providing feedback as necessary.
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Attended meetings with community partners to discuss collaborative approaches to criminal justice reform efforts.
- Provided leadership and supervision to subordinate staff.
- Supervised and made cell assignments.
- Conducted daily briefings to pass on pertinent info to oncoming shifts.
Correctional Sergeant
Department of Corrections Mayo Correctional Instit
Mayo, FL
02.2000 - 01.2009
- Communicated information regarding security, safety and operations through chain of command.
- Received and inspected mail and property from visitors on behalf of designated inmates.
- Searched building and grounds, living quarters and work areas for contraband.
- Enforced discipline among inmates according to established rules and regulations.
- Reviewed incident reports and other documentation submitted by subordinates.
- Recorded prisoner identification, charges and incidents of inmate disturbance, keeping daily logs of prisoner activities.
- Used weapons, handcuffs and physical force to maintain discipline and order among prisoners.
- Oversaw facility operations when monitoring laundry services, meal preparation and service, prisoner escorting and video surveillance.
- Issued security badges and passes to guests and visitors.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving riots, hostage situations, escapes or other critical events.
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections Mayo Corrections
Mayo, FL
03.1990 - 01.2000
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
- Instructed inmates in work assignments and explained tasks.
- Responded to emergency situations such as riots or disturbances with appropriate force measures.
- Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of facility.
- Conducted searches of inmates, cells, and prison grounds to detect contraband or illegal activities.
- Received property from incoming inmates, provided receipts and inspected items for contraband.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
Medical Receptionist
Mayo Family Medical
Mayo, FL
10.1988 - 02.1990
- Scheduled appointments, optimizing patient satisfaction, provider time and treatment room utilization.
- Took messages from patients and promptly relayed to appropriate staff.
- Adhered to HIPAA requirements to safeguard patient confidentiality.
- Verified insurance coverage for appointments and collected co-payments as required.
- Transmitted medical records and other correspondence by mail, e-mail, or fax.
- Interviewed patients to complete case histories and intake forms.
- Answered phones promptly and directed calls appropriately.
- Informed patients of financial responsibilities prior to rendering services.
- Prepared charts for new patients, ensuring all necessary forms were completed correctly.
- Scheduled patient appointments, verifying accuracy of appointment times with providers.
Education
Corrections Training - Criminology
North Florida Community College
Madison, FL01-1989
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School
Mayo, FL05-1988
Skills
- Student engagement
- Parent-teacher collaboration
- Conflict resolution
- Activity coordination
- Professional demeanor
- Student assessment
- Lesson planning
Timeline
Enrichment Teacher
Lighthouse Christian Academy Of Mayo, Fl
08.2015 - 05.2023
Correctional Lieutenant
Department of Corrections
01.2009 - 03.2015
Correctional Sergeant
Department of Corrections Mayo Correctional Instit
02.2000 - 01.2009
Correctional Officer
Florida Department Of Corrections Mayo Corrections
03.1990 - 01.2000
Medical Receptionist
Mayo Family Medical
10.1988 - 02.1990
Corrections Training - Criminology
North Florida Community College
High School Diploma -
Lafayette High School