Alivia Matthews
Minneapolis,MN
Summary
Adaptable and compassionate professional with a background in special education, guest service, and production coordination. Recognized for effective communication and a kind hearted nature. Able to guide others, manage tasks carefully, and support safe, organized, and positive environments.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Education Assistant
New City School
Minneapolis, Minnesota
04.2023 - 06.2026
- Supported special education students with classroom routines at New City School.
- Guided students through behavior support and positive redirection.
- Documented student progress and shared observations with teaching staff.
- Reinforced communication skills through one-on-one and small-group support.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
- Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.
Assistant Production Manager
Barebones Puppets
Minneapolis, Minnesota
05.2023 - 11.2023
- Coordinated puppet production schedules across fabrication, rehearsal, and performance teams.
- Secured municipal permits and contracts with city authorities for the use of high-profile public spaces, including city bridges and the Greenway, ensuring the legal compliance for the shows.
- Monitored the daily progress of production activities to ensure that products are delivered on time and teams are running smoothly.
- Managed physical site preparation and breakdown, maintaining the adherence to city safety codes and leave-no-trace standards.
- Sourced and procured essential production supplies and tools for cost-efficiency operating within our budget.
- Oversaw production procurement and invoice processing.
Server/Host
The Lowbrow
Minneapolis, Minnesota
05.2018 - 08.2022
- Greeted guests and managed seating in The Lowbrow dining room.
- Took food and drink orders with a polite demeanor and careful attention to guest requests.
- Managed opening and closing shifts, ensuring the restaurant was fully stocked, cleaned, and organized for guests.
- Presented menus and described Lowbrow specials, cocktails, and featured dishes.
- Prepared checks, itemizing total meal costs and taxes.
- Maintained clean service areas, polished glassware, and stocked server stations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Washburn High School
Minneapolis06-2020
Skills
- Clear communication
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Patience and empathy
- Emotional regulation
- Life skills teaching
- Social development and integration
- Behavior improvements
- Progress documentation
- Classroom management
- Record keeping
- Crisis intervention
- Interdisciplinary team collaboration
- Operations management
Timeline
Assistant Production Manager
Barebones Puppets
05.2023 - 11.2023
Special Education Assistant
New City School
04.2023 - 06.2026
Server/Host
The Lowbrow
05.2018 - 08.2022
High School Diploma -
Washburn High School