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April Stone

Sanford,NC

Summary

Dynamic professional with a diverse background, including a pivotal role at Lee County Schools, where I enhanced student learning through personalized support and implemented IEP goals. Expert in nonviolent crisis intervention and data collection, I excel in creating safe, inclusive environments. Proven track record in instructional support, showcasing a blend of hard and soft skills to achieve positive outcomes.

Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm. Hardworking and focused Administrative professional offering excellent communication, planning and prioritization skills. Skilled at drafting reports and business correspondence, managing mail and updating tracking spreadsheets. Exceptional leadership skills with expertise in streamlining workflow to optimize personnel strengths.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Lee County Schools
08.2021 - Current
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to 20 students by reviewing lesson teachings and answering questions.
  • Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.

Detention Officer

Chatham County Sheriffs Department
07.2020 - 01.2021
  • Processed inmates by taking photographs and fingerprints.
  • Processed prisoners through appropriate identification and documentation processes as part of facility booking procedures.
  • Conducted physical searches of prisoners and premises in search of weapons and contraband.
  • Wrote daily reports and maintained logs of inmate activities and behaviors.
  • Supervised and controlled behavior of 117+ inmates.

Cosmetologist/Salon Owner/Operator

Hair Kreations by April
11.2000 - Current
  • Own and operate daily salon by receiving phone calls, entering appointments, and collecting payments for services rendered.
  • Accounting and bookwork entry as well as enter tax items into Quickbooks tracking sales and expenditures.
  • Maintained client treatment records and designed long-term care programs for return customers.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Attended regular trainings and workshops to maintain cosmetology license and stay current on technique and skills.

Education

BLET - Criminal Justice

Randolph Community College
Asheboro, NC
05-2021

Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetic Ars

Central Carolina Community College
Sanford, NC
11-2000

Skills

  • Group and individual instruction
  • Data collection
  • Nonviolent crisis intervention
  • Autism support
  • IEP implementation
  • Instructional support
  • Special needs
  • Skills strategies
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Great attention to detail
  • Data organization
  • Data entry documentation
  • Business operations support
  • Accounting skills

Certification

  • Chemical Agents Certification - Various certified security and law enforcement training providers.
  • Use of Force Training Certification - Various authorized training centers.
  • Emergency Response Planning and Implementation Certificate – Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) or other emergency response training providers.
  • Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) Training Certificate - CIT International.
  • First Aid, CPR, and AED Instructor Certification - American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
  • Cosmetology License - N.C. State Board of Cosmetology.
  • Professional Beauty Association Membership (PBA) - Professional Beauty Association.

Timeline

Special Education Instructional Assistant

Lee County Schools
08.2021 - Current

Detention Officer

Chatham County Sheriffs Department
07.2020 - 01.2021

Cosmetologist/Salon Owner/Operator

Hair Kreations by April
11.2000 - Current

BLET - Criminal Justice

Randolph Community College

Associate of Applied Science - Cosmetic Ars

Central Carolina Community College
April Stone