Tosha Penney
CHEROKEE
Summary
Approachable individual with excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Passionate about helping others succeed with proven track record in developing successful mentoring relationships with students. Fosters sense of community among residents to support individuals in times of need.
Overview
2026
2026
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Librarian
Cherokee ISD
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Assisted library patrons with resolving computer problems.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Maintained library databases to support accuracy and availability in circulation systems.
- Created programs and activities to promote library usage and literacy.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Taught children about library practices via individual and group instruction.
- Greeted patrons warmly and offered to assist with issues or needs.
- Kept up-to-date records of materials, maintained inventory and corrected cataloging errors.
- Tracked loans of media equipment and materials.
- Maintained equipment in good working order for school-wide use.
- Organized library catalog, supplies, equipment and records.
Cafeteria Manager
Cherokee ISD
- Delegated daily staff responsibilities and job duties to improve quality of service, individual accountability and sanitary standards.
- Implemented catalog system for students' meal cards to expedite lunch lines, decreasing overall wait times.
- Inspected kitchen appliances, equipment and work areas to verify functional operation and cleanliness.
- Conducted counts of ingredients and items in kitchen and storage areas to maintain accurate inventory counts.
- Oversaw food preparation and monitored safety protocols.
- Reduced inaccuracies by carefully counting cash and keeping meticulous records of transactions.
- Verified prepared food met standards for quality and quantity before serving to customers.
- Monitored and adjusted pricing, discounts and promotions to maximize profitability.
- Enhanced financial controls to minimize theft and loss risks, continuously maintaining accurate accounts and cash drawers.
Corrections Officer
TDCJ San Saba
- Sanctioned regulatory compliance while managing visual inspections, work crew accountability, illegal substance checks and cell assessments.
- Supervised inmates during all activities and transfers to monitor compliance and implement corrective actions.
- Received and processed inmates into custody of institution by searching prisoners and taking charge of personal property.
- Authored incident reports for management on violations and discrepancies.
- Oversaw and maintained custody of [Number] inmates in maximum security.
- Inspected condition of locks, window bars, doors and gates to prevent prisoner escapes.
- Reduced escape attempts, crimes, and other hazardous activity through close observation and situational awareness.
- Streamlined operational efficiencies by effectively maintaining daily shift activity logs.
- Maintained safety and security of staff and public by applying defensive techniques and physical restraints.
- Routinely counted inmates and in response to potential security breaches.
- Conducted pat downs and strip searches of inmates and visitors to prevent contraband from entering facility.
Countroom Clerk
TDCJ San Saba Unit
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Maintained filing system and organized customer documents for easy retrieval of information.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
- Entered figures using 10-key calculator to compute data quickly.
- Maintained account accuracy by reviewing and reconciling checks monthly.
- Streamlined daily reporting information entry for efficient record keeping purposes.
House Parent
Cherokee Home for Children
03.2020 - Current
- Provided emergency response during shifts
- Reviewed clinical documentation to asses standards and quality of care.
- Collaborated with physicians regarding patient conditions, updates and necessary care changes.
- Facilitated smooth transition of new students into residential program.
- Solved grievances and complaints by collaborating with residents.
- Collaborated with residential team to maximize effective and efficient operations.
- Provided swift and knowledgeable emergency support in line with campus crisis protocols.
- Assisted residents with transitioning into new living environment and maintained strong relationships with residents.
- Conducted weekly meetings with students to review goals, address issues and provide support.
- Developed and enforced safety policies and procedures to drive safety and well-being of students.
- Monitored student behavior and responded to disciplinary issues in accordance with established policies.
- Developed, implemented and monitored residential policies and procedures.
- Supervised student employees and provided feedback on performance.
- Promoted culture of respect and understanding among students.
- Provided crisis management and intervention during emergency situations.
- Helped develop and implement programs to foster community growth and development.
- Responded to student inquiries and concerns, offering support and guidance.
- Evaluated student progress to identify areas of improvement and provide feedback.
- Developed and maintained relationships with parents to promote positive living environment for students.
- Enforced policies and safety standards through building and room rounds.
- Coordinated activities and events to create safe, positive and inclusive environment.
- Mentored and coached students to foster positive relationships and encourage successful academic achievement.
Education
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Hill College
Hillsboro, TX01-2025
Skills
- Works well independently
- Continuous improvement
- Group instruction
- Safety awareness
- Friendly
- Team collaboration
- Program management
- Basic accounting
- Scheduling
- Approachable
- Academic support
- Staff supervision
- Case management
- Food handling
- Integrity and honesty
- Stress tolerance
- Book keeping
Training
TBRI
SAMA (De-escalation)
Trauma Informed Care
RAD
First Aid
Vehicle Safety
CPR
Certification
- CPR/First Aid
Timeline
House Parent
Cherokee Home for Children
03.2020 - Current
Librarian
Cherokee ISD
Cafeteria Manager
Cherokee ISD
Corrections Officer
TDCJ San Saba
Countroom Clerk
TDCJ San Saba Unit
Associate of Arts - Behavioral Sciences
Hill College
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