Takiesha Chestnut
Oakland
Summary
Dynamic professional specializing in workforce training and special education support, with a proven track record at Aequor and Security Lead. Successfully coordinated emergency response initiatives to enhance student safety while maintaining confidentiality. Proficient in HRIS data administration and policy development, streamlining operations for compliance and efficiency. Notable for exceptional dispute management and strong relationship-building skills that foster positive environments across administrative, educational, and security settings.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Paraprofessional
ProCare Therapy
07.2023 - Current
- Helped supervising teacher manage classroom and implement lesson plans
- Used technology, AV equipment and communication devices in classroom
- Boosted student learning carrying out planned lessons and activities
- Participated in professional development and training to boost skills
- Prepared homework packages for home-bound students
- Planned and organized class parties, awards and field trips
- Collected signed permission slips and participation fees from students
- Built positive relationships with parents, administrators and teaching staff
- Kept order during unstructured times and transitions between classes, bus lines and lunch periods
- Engaged students with diverse teaching methods, hands-on activities and technology-based approaches
- Created hazard-free learning environment for young learners
- Utilized conscious discipline strategies, working with students
- Kept classroom supplies and projects well-organized to cultivate positive, clean environment
- Built strong relationships with students, staff and parents
- Distributed learning materials and supplies to students
- Promoted student development and extracurricular learning, organizing and supervising recreational activities
- Assisted librarians to arrange and sort books
- Improved student performance, providing additional mentoring and tutoring.
SOC Operator Lead (Over Night)
Securitas Security
San Francisco
04.2023 - 03.2024
- Followed established guidelines for maintaining workplace safety and managing risks.
- Organized and maintained both digital and physical filing systems.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and thoroughly.
- Facilitated interactions with third-party vendors to ensure proper maintenance.
- Secured locks and doors to reduce breach risk.
- Maintained vigilance during activities as part of a security team.
- Conducted real-time analysis of CCTV footage to identify risks.
- Conducted thorough evaluations to identify malfunctions in security systems.
- Monitored entrances and exits, ensuring prevention of unauthorized entry.
- Provided management with comprehensive daily reports covering all security incidents.
- Conducted foot patrols to detect security vulnerabilities in building and grounds.
- Streamlined emergency protocols through precise inquiry and instruction.
- Monitored and interpreted network impairments with diagnostic tools.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization in work and common areas to enhance productivity.
- Maintained up-to-date directory listings to deliver precise details.
Executive Administrative Assistant
Third Baptist Church (Dr. Rev Amos Brown)
01.2020 - 04.2023
- Facilitated high productivity levels in secretarial operations by implementing effective organization practices.
- Ensured timely organization of necessary documentation for inspections and permits.
- Oversaw mail, package, and fax handling operations.
- Raised satisfaction levels among clients with swift and knowledgeable support.
- Managed diverse communications via emails, letters, mail, and text messages.
- Handled arrangements for various professional gatherings.
- Routed incoming calls to relevant departments.
- Streamlined access management, leading to fewer disturbances for managers.
- Managed high volumes of emails, phone calls, and mailings independently.
Education
High School Diploma -
Forest Park Senior High
Baltimore, MD06.2013
Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology
Arizona State University
Arizona City, AZ05-2028
Associates in Nursing - Phlebotomy
Manhattan School Of Technology & Science
Brooklyn, NY12.2019
Skills
- Workforce Training
- Emergency Response Coordination
- HRIS Data Administration
- Compliance Management
- Dispute Management
- Performance Management
- Policy Development
- Confidentiality
- Special Education Support
- IEP compliance
- Schedule management
- CPR and first aid
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Paraprofessional
ProCare Therapy
07.2023 - Current
SOC Operator Lead (Over Night)
Securitas Security
04.2023 - 03.2024
Executive Administrative Assistant
Third Baptist Church (Dr. Rev Amos Brown)
01.2020 - 04.2023
High School Diploma -
Forest Park Senior High
Bachelor of Science - Counseling Psychology
Arizona State University
Associates in Nursing - Phlebotomy
Manhattan School Of Technology & Science