TERESA RAY EL
Chicago,IL
Summary
Public Safety Officer with a strong background in school and campus security, including patrols, access control, alarm response, and incident reporting. Handles visitor screening, conflict de-escalation, and facility checks while maintaining order and supporting a safe environment for students, staff, and property.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Unarmed Security Officer
HALO Security Systems
Chicago, IL
02.2026 - Current
- Deterred criminal activity, vandalism, and misconduct through proactive and visible security presence at facilities.
- Monitored Halo Security Systems panels, patrolled client properties, and identified access point issues to enhance security.
- Reviewed visitor credentials and updated entry records at secured locations.
- Responded to alarms and informed supervisors through Halo Security Systems procedures.
- Applied property rules and kept order during sensitive situations.
- Inspected buildings periodically for signs of intrusion or damage.
- Documented incidents with detailed reports to ensure thorough follow-up on security breaches and safety concerns.
Security Officer
Board of Education/Chicago Public Schools
Chicago, IL
11.2012 - Current
- Patrolled school building to ensure safety and security of students and staff Scan items and check students while entering school building Resolved student disputes through effective communication, fostering a positive school environment Protect students and staff Supervised students during lunch and recess. Write referrals for bad behavior of students Facilitated safety drills to enhance preparedness and response capabilities for Levy Security/Illinois Institute of Technology
- Patrol Chicago Public Schools hallways, entrances, and grounds for safety concerns.
- Monitor visitor access and verify identification at school entry points.
- Secure doors, gates, and restricted areas during school operations.
Armed Public Safety Officer
Apex 3/SOS Security/Illinois Institute of Technology
Chicago, IL
07.2014 - 12.2018
- Patrolled campus area to maintain safety and security.
- Patrolled Illinois Institute of Technology campus for safety and policy compliance.
- Monitored access control points and secured building entrances for Apex 3/SOS Security.
- Responded to alarms, disturbances, and medical emergencies across campus grounds.
Service clerk
Truman College
Chicago, IL
03.2001 - 12.2006
- Traveled to college fairs and community organizations to represent Truman College, setting up booths to inform high school and returning adult students about programs and services Answer phones, assist students during and after registration. Answer any questions that students have pertaining to admissions and college policies Entered data for mailing admissions information to prospective students Guided visitors during open house events, providing information about programs and services. Assisted with large admissions mailing projects, ensuring timely delivery of information Possess the ability to speak to large groups Assist with testing at selective high schools.
- Greeted students and visitors at Truman College service desk
- Answered phones and directed campus inquiries to proper offices
- Processed mail, forms, and office paperwork for college departments
Dental Assistant
Dr. R.D. Collins
Chicago, IL
07.2002 - 07.2003
- Maintained dental instruments and equipment to ensure readiness for procedures Assisted in four-handed dentistry Prepared dental materials cements, amalgam, composite, impression materials Supported dental professionals by accurately charting patient information in clinic settings Assisted with inventory management to ensure adequate supply levels Collected and recorded patient health histories.
- Assisted Dr. Collins with chairside support during dental examinations and procedures.
- Prepared treatment rooms with sterilized instruments and clean dental supplies.
- Sterilized dental tools using proper infection control and safety procedures.
Education
Associate - Criminal Justice
Harry S. Truman College
Chicago, IL05-2028
Certification - Armed Security
Security Learning Center
Chicago, IL04-2010
Diploma Certification - Dental Assistant
Illinois School of Health Careers
Chicago, IL07-2002
Skills
- Incident Management
- Emergency Response
- First Aid Training
- Incident Reporting
- Incident Documentation
- Safety Protocols
- Monitoring
- Patrol procedures
- Customer Service
- Customer follow-up
- Problem Solving
- Organization skills
- Time Management
- Microsoft Office Suites
- PeopleSoft
- Purchasing (Supplies/Equipment)
- Non-lethal Defense
- Report writing
Timeline
Unarmed Security Officer
HALO Security Systems
02.2026 - Current
Armed Public Safety Officer
Apex 3/SOS Security/Illinois Institute of Technology
07.2014 - 12.2018
Security Officer
Board of Education/Chicago Public Schools
11.2012 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dr. R.D. Collins
07.2002 - 07.2003
Service clerk
Truman College
03.2001 - 12.2006
Associate - Criminal Justice
Harry S. Truman College
Certification - Armed Security
Security Learning Center
Diploma Certification - Dental Assistant
Illinois School of Health Careers