Matthew Colton
Teacher and Military Reserve Officer
Naples, FL 34112
**********@*****.***
Motivated professional with a track record of exceeding objectives. I have served as a Head Collegiate Coach, Military Intelligence analyst, Law Enforcement Officer and Teacher. I am always patient and professional and am adept at conflict resolution and team building. Willing to relocate: Anywhere
Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Work Experience
Teacher
Collier County Public Schools - Naples, FL
November 2018 to Present
Served as a Guest Teacher in various disciplines.
Assisted with lesson planning.
Worked with counselors, teachers and support staff to promote positive student behavior. Differentiated instruction to meet all students' needs. Assessed students' understanding and learning both formally and informally. State Law Enforcement and Probation Officer
State Of Florida - Naples, FL
June 2015 to February 2017
Liaised with legal staff, the prosecutor's office, and other law enforcement agencies to optimize favorable outcomes.
Interviewed subjects, targets, and witnesses for information verification and corroboration. Ensured 100% accuracy when conducting stationary and mobile surveillance. Verified and authenticated the validity and admissibility of evidence and preserved its integrity for court hearings.
Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases. Analyzed and evaluated criminal prosecutor information to determine the appropriate course of criminal prosecution while processing crime scenes. Supervised and monitored 116 Probation and Parolees. Federal Police Officer/Investigator
The Department of Defense - Washington, DC
September 2002 to December 2014
Provided security analysis to assist in the selection of security countermeasures Investigated and analyzed applicants' eligibility for security clearances Conducted detailed interviews and financial and credit analysis Enforced the law as required by the 32 Codes of Federal regulations Provided medical assistance, and secured facilities, property and personnel Development Officer/Civil Affairs Officer
U.S. Army - Kampala, Uganda
October 2011 to December 2012
Partnered with humanitarian organizations to implement the State Department Ambassador's intent
Charged with the responsibility of $352, 000 worth of equipment Supervised and assessed the effectiveness of 12 development specialists Implemented and coordinated 34 humanitarian and civic assistance projects Trained African Veterinarians, Health workers and Soldiers Intelligence Officer
U.S. Army - Fort Meade, MD
August 2008 to August 2011
Researched, monitored and reported on medical and humanitarian developments and emergencies Operated Graphic Information Systems (GIS) to gather, assess, input and coordinate information Investigated and gathered security and pre-mission information and factors of insecurity Produced 103 pages of country studies and assessments Advised on national and regional affairs, events, and culture Health Care Specialist/Paramedic
U.S. Army - Walter Reed Army Medical Center, DC
April 2003 to July 2006
Trained in the use of patient care skills for the battlefield and in military hospitals Acquired core skills of invasive procedures, combat trauma treatment, and evacuation protection
Administered shots, collected fluid samples, and recorded vital signs and information Provided surgical assistance and suturing
Assisted in the absence of medical professionals and delivered basic life support and monitoring Education
MBA in Human Resource Management
California Coast University - Santa Ana, CA
August 2013
Master's Certificate in Organizational Leadership
Villanova University - Philadelphia, PA
October 2012
Master of Education in Instructional Technology
American Intercontintental University - Hoffman Estates, IL July 2005
Bachelor of Arts in History
University of Pittsburgh
August 1997
Skills
• EMERGENCY RESPONSE (2 years)
• LIAISON (3 years)
• MS OFFICE (10+ years)
• Cash Handling
• Microsoft Word
• Security
• Communications
• Receptionist
• Word
• Typing
• Intelligence Experience
• DoD Experience
• Security Analysis
• Intelligence Analysis
Military Service
Branch: Army
Rank: Major (Reserves)
Present
Commendations:
Army Commendation Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, 6 Army Achievement Medals, 5 Army Good Conduct Medals, Armed Forces Reserve Medal with M Device, Expert Infantryman Badge, German Armed Forces Proficiency Badge (Gold)
Awards
Military Training
Captain's Career Course, Multifunction Logistics course, French Marine Desert Survival Course, Civil Affairs Officer Qualification Course, Military Intelligence Officer Leadership Course, Special Forces Assessment and Selection, Combat Lifesaver medical course, Human Intelligence collector course, Command Post technician course, Army Healthcare/Paramedic course, Advanced Individual training, Basic combat training
Certifications and Licenses
Teaching Certificate
Assessments
First Aid — Familiar
May 2019
Measures a candidate's ability to identify treatments for common medical emergencies. Full results: Familiar
Supervisory Skills: Directing Others — Expert
May 2019
Motivating others through feedback to identify improvements or corrective actions. Full results: Expert
Indeed Assessments provides skills tests that are not indicative of a license or certification, or continued development in any professional field.
Additional Information
Part-time Uber and Lyft driver