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April Mattia

April Mattia

Chicago Heights,IL

Summary

Enthusiastic Substitute Teacher educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive, clean, and organized classroom environments and effectively manages time.



Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

K&S Tire Recycling
09.2023 - Current
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, or distribute to correct recipient.
  • Collaborated closely with executive teams to ensure accurate invoicing, enabling improved forecasting capabilities for future revenue streams.
  • Served as a reliable point of contact for external auditors, providing necessary documentation and answering inquiries related to accounts receivable/payable activities.
  • Reduced late payments by maintaining strong relationships with clients and implementing effective follow-up procedures.
  • Managed accounts receivable, ensuring timely collections and reducing outstanding balances.
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.

Substitute Paraprofessional

Easter Seals
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Maintained open lines of communication with Co-teacher, sharing relevant information regarding student progress and challenges faced within the classroom environment.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Maintained accurate records of student progress, attendance, and behavior, contributing to efficient communication among school staff and parents.
  • Created engaging lesson plans, resulting in increased student comprehension and participation.
  • Encouraged positive peer interactions among students by facilitating group activities that fostered teamwork and collaboration.

Paraprofessional Substitute

Chicago Autism Academy
11.2017 - 04.2021
  • Contributed to a safe learning environment, that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students. monitoring students during non-instructional times and addressing any concerns or issues promptly.
  • Enhanced student comprehension by implementing differentiated instruction techniques tailored lesson plans to meet individual needs.
  • Collaborated with Clinical staff, BCBA's, and principle to create individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Communicated effectively with parents regarding student progress and achievements, fostering strong home-school connections.
  • Designed engaging project-based lessons that allowed students to apply their knowledge in real-world situations.
  • Utilized data-driven assessments to monitor student progress and inform instructional decisions.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Attended professional meetings, educational conferences or teacher training workshops to improve professional competence.
  • Assisted the house BCBA in curating and implementing behavior management plans for students with challenging behavior.

Accounting Manager

Sam's Club
Matteson, IL
04.2008 - 11.2017

Responsible for accounting matters in the daily operations of Sam's Club.
That included handling daily deposits, preparing/maintaining records, files, transactions. Facilitating and supervising daily operations at the store to make sure that staff worked together effectively to make sales and contribute to shop upkeep.

Communicate with vendors about inventory orders, schedule employee shifts and train new employees. See that staff was cross trained to maintain productivity at all times.

Ensure that the store remains clean and presentable at
all times. Hire and train as needed to ensure adequate personnel in on hand to provide outstanding customer service.

Education

Transferred To GSU - Science/Biology

Prairie State College
Chicago Heights, IL
09.2012

Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
05.2010

Skills

  • Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Excel spreadsheets
  • Classroom Management, Safety awareness
  • Activity management
  • IEP understanding, lesson planning, time management, data entry
  • Multitasking, Attention to Detail
  • TCI/CPI Trained
  • CPR Certified
  • ABA Therapy
  • RBT

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Timeline

Administrative Assistant

K&S Tire Recycling
09.2023 - Current

Substitute Paraprofessional

Easter Seals
08.2022 - 09.2023

Paraprofessional Substitute

Chicago Autism Academy
11.2017 - 04.2021

Accounting Manager

Sam's Club
04.2008 - 11.2017

Transferred To GSU - Science/Biology

Prairie State College

Associate of Arts - Healthcare Administration

University of Phoenix
April Mattia