Taylor Peterson
Mora,MN
Summary
Proactive professional with a strong background in administrative support and corrections. Skilled in maintaining accurate records, preparing reports, and effectively communicating with a diverse population and client base.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Dining Coordinator
Catholic Charities
Hinckley, Minnesota
04.2026 - Current
- Assisted in organizing community outreach events to promote available resources.
- Coordinated client intake processes to ensure timely service delivery.
- Managed scheduling for staff and volunteers to optimize support services.
- Maintained accurate records of client interactions and resource allocations.
- Collaborated with local agencies to enhance service offerings and referrals.
- Supported case managers by preparing necessary documentation and reports.
- Communicated effectively with clients to address inquiries and provide assistance.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered additional supplies.
- Researched and prepared reports required by management or governmental agencies.
- Computed meal balances to support district office.
Correctional Teaching Assistant
Minnesota Department Of Corrections
Rush City, Minnesota
10.2024 - 10.2025
- Supported classroom activities by managing student behavior and engagement.
- Assisted educators in developing lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Organized classroom resources and maintained a clean learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one assistance to students with diverse learning needs.
- Facilitated communication between teachers and students for effective learning.
- Monitored student progress and reported observations to instructors.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Instructed students individually or in groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Maintained a safe environment for all students while adhering to school policies and procedures.
- Enforced rules for behavior and established expectations for student conduct in accordance with school guidelines.
- Utilized technology resources such as computers, tablets, projectors and interactive whiteboards.
- Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional, and intellectual development.
- Chief GED/HISET Test Administrator, managed in-coming and outgoing transcripts and certificates.
- Developed and produced engaging video content for in-house closed circuit TV system.
- Complete data entry of student payroll, attendance and academic scores for record keeping.
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
Sandstone, Minnesota
08.2023 - 03.2024
- Maintain security in a Correctional Facility by preventing disturbances, assaults, escapes, and de-escalating situations between inmates.
- Search inmates and cubes for contraband, such as drugs and weapons.
- Monitored inmate movements throughout the compound to ensure safety and compliance with facility rules.
- Completed regular breathalyzers on inmates and pat searches.
- Maintained room awareness to make sure inmates are abiding by rules and keeping a safe environment.
- Communicating with coworkers via radio, telephone, and email.
- Completed well-being checks and did formal inmate counts.
- Write reports and document inmate behavior.
- Respond to any and all emergencies.
Administrative Assistant
East Central Mechanical Services
Mora, Minnesota
09.2020 - 01.2023
- Coordinated scheduling for service appointments and team meetings.
- Assisted in preparing project documentation and reports for clients.
- Managed office supplies and inventory to ensure efficient operations.
- Supported customer inquiries with timely and accurate information.
- Organized files and maintained electronic records for easy access.
- Communicated with vendors for service requests and procurement needs.
- Streamlined office procedures to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
- Facilitated all permit applications.
Correctional Officer
Pine County Sheriff's Office
Pine City, Minnesota
01.2018 - 08.2020
- Supervised inmate activities to maintain safety and order within the facility.
- Conducted regular inspections of prison cells and common areas for contraband.
- Managed inmate intake and release processes according to established protocols.
- Collaborated with law enforcement and mental health professionals on inmate care.
- Enforced facility rules and regulations to ensure compliance among inmates.
- Monitored security cameras and alarm systems for potential security breaches.
- Trained new correctional staff on procedures and emergency response protocols.
- Responded promptly to incidents, de-escalating situations and ensuring safety.
- Observed inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities.
- Employed de-escalation techniques, verbal commands, and physical and mechanical restraints to address unruly inmates.
- Maintained clear and open communications with facility areas to support safe operations.
- Prepared detailed reports documenting all relevant information related to daily operations at the correctional facility.
- Transported prisoners between facilities or court hearings using secure vehicles equipped with restraints.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
Hamline University
Saint Paul, MN05-2017
Skills
- Document preparation
- Data entry
- Problem solving
- Communication skills
- Report writing
- Time management
Timeline
Senior Dining Coordinator
Catholic Charities
04.2026 - Current
Correctional Teaching Assistant
Minnesota Department Of Corrections
10.2024 - 10.2025
Senior Officer Specialist
Federal Bureau Of Prisons
08.2023 - 03.2024
Administrative Assistant
East Central Mechanical Services
09.2020 - 01.2023
Correctional Officer
Pine County Sheriff's Office
01.2018 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Legal Studies
Hamline University