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Shirlanda Standfield

Gary,IN

Summary

Seasoned Building Substitute Teacher with strong background in classroom management, curriculum development and student relations. Skilled at fostering inclusive educational environments, promoting student engagement and adapting teaching methods to suit individual needs. Known for ability to maintain positive relationships with students, parents and faculty. Confident in making significant contributions to any school environment.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education

Work History

Full time Building Substitute teacher

Merrillville Community School
Merrillville, Indiana
08.2021 - Current

Coverage for absent teachers. And bus duty before and after school. Basically covering wherever I am needed throughout the building for support.

  • Guided students in daily lessons and activities to support learning objectives.
  • Maintained classroom order and discipline to create a positive learning environment.
  • Assisted in the implementation of individualized education plans for diverse learners.
  • Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of all students.
  • Facilitated small group activities that promoted collaboration among peers.

Security Officer

LCJC
Crown Point, Indiana
06.2023 - 10.2023
  • Monitored premises to ensure safety and security for staff and visitors.
  • Conducted regular patrols to detect and prevent unauthorized access.
  • Responded swiftly to emergencies, providing assistance and coordinating with authorities.
  • Guarded restricted areas to prevent unauthorized entry.
  • Confirmed visitor identification prior to granting entry into the building.
  • Monitored surveillance cameras and responded to suspicious activity.
  • Provided escorts for visitors as needed throughout the facility.
  • Provided assistance to other departments as needed such as deliveries from vendors or contractors.
  • Screened visitors and employees for weapons and contraband with hand wands and metal detectors.
  • Monitored CCTV systems to ensure safety and security of premises.

Armed Security Officer

Midwest Security
Chesterton, Indiana
08.2019 - 09.2020
  • Monitored security systems to detect and respond to unauthorized access.
  • Conducted regular patrols to ensure safety of personnel and property.
  • Collaborated with law enforcement during incidents and emergencies.
  • Prepared detailed reports on security incidents and daily activities.
  • Trained new security personnel on protocols and emergency procedures.
  • Communicated effectively with team members to coordinate security efforts.
  • Conducted security checks on personnel entering and exiting the premises.
  • Maintained logs of all security-related incidents and submitted reports regularly to supervisor.
  • Patrolled assigned areas to detect suspicious activities and persons.
  • Interacted with customers in a professional manner while providing directions or responding to inquiries.

Production Worker

Lear Corporation
Hammond, IN
04.1995 - 04.2016
  • Operated machinery to assemble automotive components efficiently.
  • Ensured product quality by conducting regular inspections on assembly line.
  • Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean and safe work environment.
  • Assisted in training new employees on production processes and equipment use.
  • Loaded materials onto production lines for timely assembly operations.
  • Cleaned up work area at end of shift to maintain safe working environment.
  • Communicated with team members regarding tasks assigned during shift.
  • Followed safety protocols while operating machines and equipment.
  • Reported any issues to supervisor immediately for resolution.
  • Inspected product quality prior to packaging and shipment.
  • Identified defective parts or components and removed them from production line.
  • Ensured proper labeling of completed products before shipping out.
  • Monitored production line operations to ensure efficiency and accuracy.
  • Attended regular training sessions to increase machine operating skills.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Brown Mackie College
Merrillville , IN
08.2001 - 09.2003

Westside Leadership Academy
Gary, IN

Skills

  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Individualized instruction
  • Educational technology
  • Security monitoring
  • Effective communication
  • Flexibility
  • Parent-teacher communication
  • Student engagement
  • Oral communication
  • Organization
  • Disciplinary procedures
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Group instruction
  • Proctoring
  • Proficient in [software]
  • Reporting and documenting

Timeline

Security Officer

LCJC
06.2023 - 10.2023

Full time Building Substitute teacher

Merrillville Community School
08.2021 - Current

Armed Security Officer

Midwest Security
08.2019 - 09.2020

Associate of Applied Science - Computer And Information Sciences

Brown Mackie College
08.2001 - 09.2003

Production Worker

Lear Corporation
04.1995 - 04.2016

Westside Leadership Academy
Shirlanda Standfield