Attended Advanced Leaders Course, Warrior Leaders Course, Squad Designated Marksman Course, Small Arms Weapons Expert Course, Structured Self Development Courses 1 & 2, and Battalion Career Counselor Course through the US Army
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
EC Teaching Assistant OCS Program
Marvin Ridge HS
08.2022 - Current
Assist the teacher in delivering instruction tailored to students with disabilities in the OCS curriculum
Support students in developing workplace skills, including problem-solving, communication, and task management
Supervise and guide students in vocational training settings (both in-school and community-based work experiences)
Teach and model appropriate workplace behaviors like punctuality, teamwork, and responsibility
Assist students in learning job-related skills specific to their work placements
Communicate with employers and community partners to ensure students receive meaningful work experiences
Implement behavior management strategies under the guidance of the teacher and IEP team
Encourage positive social interactions and self-advocacy skills
Monitor students’ progress and provide feedback on their behavior and work habits
Co-Owner
Kona Ice Union County
01.2018 - Current
Responsible for all company operations
Employee Management
SSG
US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
12.1999 - Current
Performed reconnaissance operations in Afghanistan and Iraq to plan for follow-on patrols and route navigation
Trained and instructed subordinates and supported units in Army Combatives
Led an infantry squad of 9 members in combat operations, including providing tactical guidance
Patrolled areas and allowed restricted area access for authorized personnel
Reduced insurgents' ability to engage Coalition Forces by advising and training Afghanistan police in patrolling techniques
Security
Top Shelf Entertainment
01.2015 - 08.2018
Patrolled facility and served as a general security presence and visible deterrent to crime and rule infractions
Guarded industrial and commercial premises to prevent and detect signs of intrusion and ensure the security of doors, windows, and gates
Checked passes and credentials of persons seeking to enter the property
Corrections Officer
NC Dept. of Public Safety
03.2015 - 08.2017
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety and security of personnel and the general public
Enforced resident behavior management system and wrote incident reports for infractions
Attended regular training and maintained appropriate certifications
Corrections Officer
Burlington County Corrections
01.2010 - 03.2014
Monitored inmate behavior to prevent crime, escape attempts and other dangerous activities
Implemented defensive tactics and physical restraints to maintain safety
Enforced resident behavior management system and wrote incident reports for infractions
Attended regular training and maintained appropriate certifications
Supervised inmates during meals, visits, recreation, telephone calls and shower time
Maintained communications with all other areas of the facility at all times
Transportation Security Administration
10.2006 - 12.2009
Reported all incidents, accidents, and medical emergencies to law enforcement
Responded quickly to medical emergencies, bomb threats, and fire alarms
Checked passes and credentials of persons seeking to enter the property
Performed thorough X-ray screenings
Teaching Assistant
Archway Programs
01.2003 - 10.2006
Routinely discussed solutions with student parents regarding in-class issues and learning interruptions
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures for maintaining order among a class of 18 students
Implemented student discipline measures, decreasing classroom disruptions by 80%
Physically and verbally interacted with students throughout the day to keep them engaged
Education
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wingate University Thayer School of Education
Wingate, NC
05.2025
Associate of Science - Information Technology
ECPI University
Charlotte, NC
01.2022
Cisco Certified Network Cert Program - undefined
University of Phoenix
01.2017
Skills
Strong Written and Verbal Communication
Personnel Management
CPI Certified
Excellent Situational Awareness
Initiative
Verbal De-escalation techniques
Timeline
EC Teaching Assistant OCS Program
Marvin Ridge HS
08.2022 - Current
Co-Owner
Kona Ice Union County
01.2018 - Current
Corrections Officer
NC Dept. of Public Safety
03.2015 - 08.2017
Security
Top Shelf Entertainment
01.2015 - 08.2018
Corrections Officer
Burlington County Corrections
01.2010 - 03.2014
Transportation Security Administration
10.2006 - 12.2009
Teaching Assistant
Archway Programs
01.2003 - 10.2006
SSG
US ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
12.1999 - Current
Associate of Science - Information Technology
ECPI University
Cisco Certified Network Cert Program - undefined
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science - Education
Wingate University Thayer School of Education
Similar Profiles
Kimberly ThorntonKimberly Thornton
Special Education Teacher at Vista Ridge HS/Falcon HSSpecial Education Teacher at Vista Ridge HS/Falcon HS