Shonda Carter
Lawton,OK
Summary
Experienced leader with strong background in guiding teams, managing complex projects, and achieving strategic objectives. Excels in developing efficient processes, ensuring high standards, and aligning efforts with organizational goals. Known for collaborative approach and commitment to excellence.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Unit Manager
Geo Group Inc
11.2023 - Current
- Responsible for administration of unit programs as well as planning, developing and implementing
- Supervises and evaluates the performance of unit staff members
- Regularly coordinates unit operations with other institution programs and operations
- Acts as a liaison with private and public agencies
- Evaluated employee performance regularly for professional growth opportunities, accountability measures, and feedback-driven improvement strategies.
- Ensured compliance with regulations and standards through regular audits, staff education, and policy updates.
- Led unit to exceed performance goals through strategic planning and effective resource allocation.
- Spearheaded and implemented new projects to expand scope of engagement.
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
01.2020 - 08.2023
- Utilize resources to coordinate educational paths with students, colleagues, and parents; keeping up to date with relevant trends
- Long-term and short-term planning, organizational skills, multi-tasking, written instruction/storytelling
- People management skills through time management, discipline, and audience engagement
- Presenting to large groups; providing appropriate differentiation to English Learners and individuals with Special Needs
- Thorough inspection and feedback on writing assignments with appropriate encouragement and support
Child Support Enforcement Specialist
GPIF
01.2011 - 01.2014
- Enhanced child support enforcement processes by implementing effective case management strategies.
- Achieved successful outcomes by working collaboratively with social workers, probation officers, and other professionals involved in cases
Correctional Sergeant
The GEO Group, Inc.
01.2005 - 10.2011
- Supervised 26 employees and performance of tasks and managed 1600 offenders.
Education
Doctoral degree - Spiritual Formation
Biola University
La Mirada, CA11.2024
Master's degree - Spiritual Formation & Theology
Regent University
Virginia Beach, VA05.2020
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
Cameron University
Lawton, OK05.2004
Skills
- Problem-solving abilities
- Training and mentoring
- Communication
- Policy Development
- Operations Management
- Public Speaking
- Strategic Planning
- Time management abilities
- Quality Assurance
- Project Management
- Performance monitoring
- Facility Management
Certification
- Spiritual Director, 09/01/19, Present, Certified Spiritual Director, Member of ESDA
- Victims Advocate, CLS Certification Oklahoma State University
Accomplishments
Award winning filmmaker with 8 years experience using expert-level graphic industry-leading design tools from Adobe. Successfully managed documentary productions and negotiated distribution deals. Skilled in directing, writing, and producing.
Timeline
Unit Manager
Geo Group Inc
11.2023 - Current
Substitute Teacher
ESS Education
01.2020 - 08.2023
Child Support Enforcement Specialist
GPIF
01.2011 - 01.2014
Correctional Sergeant
The GEO Group, Inc.
01.2005 - 10.2011
Bachelor's degree - Criminal Justice
Cameron University
- Spiritual Director, 09/01/19, Present, Certified Spiritual Director, Member of ESDA
- Victims Advocate, CLS Certification Oklahoma State University
Doctoral degree - Spiritual Formation
Biola University
Master's degree - Spiritual Formation & Theology
Regent University
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