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Theodore Gerald Penn Jr

Theodore Gerald Penn Jr

Gary,IN

Summary

I am an energetic innovator and solution-oriented professional with exceptional programming expertise and a forward-thinking attitude. I have adeptly integrated technology into both curriculum implementation and assessment strategies. My dedication as an educator is to ensure the academic success and development of every student.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Direct Support Professional

Paladin
01.2025 - Current
  • Maintained clean, safe, and well-organized patient environment.
  • Documented progress notes thoroughly to track client achievements, concerns, or changes in behavior patterns that may need attention from the interdisciplinary team.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Assisted with crisis intervention to de-escalate challenging behavior and maintain peaceful encounters.
  • Enhanced quality of life for individuals with disabilities by providing compassionate and consistent direct support.
  • Assisted clients in achieving personal goals through tailored care plans and daily skill-building activities.
  • Provided ongoing communication between clients, families, and other service providers to enhance overall care coordination efforts.

Substitute Teacher

Sub Teacher Source/Kokua Education
01.2024 - Current
  • Increased student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction methods tailored to individual learning styles.
  • Enhanced classroom management by implementing positive reinforcement strategies and maintaining clear expectations for behavior.
  • Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
  • Boosted student engagement with interactive lessons, incorporating real-world examples and hands-on activities.
  • Contributed to school-wide improvements in standardized test scores by aligning lesson plans with curriculum standards and objectives.
  • Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.

Lawn Care Technician

Forever Green
03.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced lawn health by implementing customized care plans and treating specific issues such as weeds, pests, and diseases.
  • Boosted customer satisfaction by providing timely and efficient lawn care services tailored to individual needs.
  • Reduced callbacks by ensuring thorough completion of all assigned tasks, including mowing, trimming, edging, and debris removal.
  • Increased customer retention through exceptional communication skills and dedication to addressing concerns promptly.
  • Streamlined operations by maintaining equipment in optimal working condition, minimizing downtime for repairs.
  • Educated clients on best practices for maintaining their lawns between service visits, fostering long-term relationships.
  • Collaborated with team members to complete large-scale projects on time and within budget constraints.
  • Safely applied fertilizers, herbicides, and pesticides according to company guidelines and industry standards to ensure environmental compliance.

Machinery Operator

Camaco Manufacturing
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Complied with company and OSHA safety rules and regulations.
  • Identified malfunctions or failures by routinely monitoring and analyzing equipment operations.
  • Assessed equipment after each production run and performed preventive maintenance to keep machines running smoothly.
  • Kept detailed production records and identified hold-ups.
  • Followed tooling instructions and product specifications to determine and implement operational sequences.

Teacher

Thea Bowman Leadership Academy
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers and course work.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Designed dynamic lesson plans based on student interests to increase overall student GPA.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.

Teacher

Lighthouse Charter School
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Communicated frequently with parents, students and faculty to provide feedback and discuss instructional strategies.
  • Instructed students in core educational principles, concepts and in-depth subject matter.
  • Collaborated with faculty to develop after-school tutoring program for struggling students.
  • Supervised learning groups of students in classroom stations.
  • Promoted physical, mental and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Evaluated and revised lesson plans and course content to achieve student-centered learning.
  • Reviewed curriculum and devised alternate approaches to presenting lessons to increase student understanding.

Data Entry Clerk

Linc
08.2019 - 08.2020
  • Added documents to file records and created new records to support filing needs
  • Kept optimal quality levels to prevent critical errors and support team performance targets
  • Organized, sorted and checked outbound and inbound input data against original documents
  • Obtained scanned records and uploaded into database
  • Verified accuracy and validity of data entered in databases
  • Entered client information into databases quickly and with minimal errors
  • Managed approximately 30 incoming calls, emails and faxes per day from customers

Childcare Provider

St. Joseph Carmelite
01.2019 - 01.2020
  • Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction
  • Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement
  • Prepared group activities to enhance socialization, communication, and problem-solving skills for children
  • Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development
  • Created and implemented diverse educational strategies to boost development
  • Developed lessons and activities to promote children's physical and emotional development
  • Worked with children individually and in groups to teach social, communicative and problem solving skills

Package Handler/Driver Helper

UPS CC
11.2017 - 01.2018
  • I stacked the ups trucks with packages in numerical request for drivers to convey
  • I worked the assembly line in a sequential construction system arranging boxes, and pulled bundles off the transport line to circulate
  • In addition, I helped run deliveries with the driver to convey bundles to either private or business while doing pick-ups

Education

Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology

Purdue Northwest University
Hammond, IN

High School Diploma - undefined

Westside High School
Gary, IN

Skills

  • Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, StarRez (Housing Operations Software)
  • Computer Graphic Technology (Illustrator, Strong organizational skills -Active Listening
  • Adobe Creative Cloud understanding
  • Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite

Certification

  • CPR certified
  • Osha 40 certified
  • Substitute Teacher License

January 2022 to January 2025

SPN:17235294

License Number:10285007

Accomplishments

  • Curriculum Implementation - Taught reading, language arts, social studies, mathematics, science, art and physical education to pupils utilizing course of study adopted by the Board of Education.
  • ESL Literacy - Increased ESL students' reading levels by integrating online word games and altering lesson plans for students needing extra guidance.
  • Student Progress Conferences - Conducted conferences with parents, administrators, testing specialists and social workers to discuss educational plans designed to promote students' educational/social development.
  • Student Motivation - Developed materials for after-school book club to motivate student to read classic novels and increase literacy among middle school students.
  • Interactive Learning - Introduced and encouraged debate-style classroom setting to increase student active participation and critical thinking.
  • Developed course plans aimed at meeting academic, intellectual and social needs of each student.

Work Availability

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Quote

I aspire to inspire !!!
Theo Penn Jr

Interests

Poetry

Boxing

Art

Reading

Dance

Music

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Direct Support Professional

Paladin
01.2025 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Sub Teacher Source/Kokua Education
01.2024 - Current

Lawn Care Technician

Forever Green
03.2023 - Current

Machinery Operator

Camaco Manufacturing
06.2022 - 06.2023

Teacher

Thea Bowman Leadership Academy
01.2022 - 01.2023

Teacher

Lighthouse Charter School
11.2021 - 11.2022

Data Entry Clerk

Linc
08.2019 - 08.2020

Childcare Provider

St. Joseph Carmelite
01.2019 - 01.2020

Package Handler/Driver Helper

UPS CC
11.2017 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Computer Technology

Purdue Northwest University

High School Diploma - undefined

Westside High School

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