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April Zielinski

Glen Rose,TX

Summary

Dedicated professional with 11+ years serving in an educational setting, 5+ years as a medical office receptionist providing customer service to patients in a multi-provider clinic , and having 2 years experience serving alongside teachers as a paraprofessional while always being willing to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience

Work History

Midweek Kid's Ministry

Stonewater Church-Granbury, Glen Rose
2023.08 - Current
  • Managed daily routines including meals, crafts, Bible lesson, and outdoor play sessions to maintain consistency for the children.
  • Maintained group discipline through positive reinforcement, behavior modeling, and collaboration with parents.
  • Provided personalized care for infants by feeding, changing diapers, soothing, and creating a comforting environment during nap times.
  • Worked closely with fellow staff members in developing and implementing educational and recreational activities, including worship time through songs.

Medical Office Receptionist

Cleburne Family Medicine
2017.01 - 2021.06
  • Streamlined the check-in process for patients, resulting in reduced wait times and increased satisfaction.
  • Increased office productivity by multitasking efficiently during peak hours, handling multiple responsibilities simultaneously.
  • Conducted patient intake interviews, recording and documenting relevant information.
  • Transcribed phone messages and relayed to appropriate personnel.

Teacher-Elementary

Cleburne ISD
2014.08 - 2016.12
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Worked with staff members and teachers to design comprehensive and individualized plans to optimize student education.
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.

Teacher-PreK/Elementary Life Skills/Spec Ed

Godley ISD
2007.07 - 2014.07
  • Participated in parent teacher conference to discuss developments of students and increase support.
  • Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with learning disabilities, enabling them to excel in their coursework.

Paraprofessional-Physical Education

Cleburne ISD
2006.08 - 2007.07
  • Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Monitored traffic flow to identify safe crossing gaps as school crossing guard.

5th Grade Teacher-ECAP Teacher Cert

Cleburne ISD
2005.08 - 2006.07
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.

Parapofessional-Physical Education

Cleburne ISD
2003.08 - 2004.07
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Office Technology/Medical Office Administation

Hill College
Hillsboro, TX
08.2017

Master of Education - Education

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
05.2008

Teacher Certification -

Alternative Teacher Certification-ECAP
North Richland Hills, TX
06.2005

Bachelor of Science - Fitness Mgmt. Excercise & Sports-English Minor

Tarleton State University
Stephenville, TX
05.2005

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Hill College
Hillsboro, TX
05.2003

Skills

  • Team Collaboration
  • Special Education
  • Flexible and Adaptable
  • Clerical Support
  • Multitasking Abilities
  • Organization and Time Management

Timeline

Midweek Kid's Ministry

Stonewater Church-Granbury, Glen Rose
2023.08 - Current

Medical Office Receptionist

Cleburne Family Medicine
2017.01 - 2021.06

Teacher-Elementary

Cleburne ISD
2014.08 - 2016.12

Teacher-PreK/Elementary Life Skills/Spec Ed

Godley ISD
2007.07 - 2014.07

Paraprofessional-Physical Education

Cleburne ISD
2006.08 - 2007.07

5th Grade Teacher-ECAP Teacher Cert

Cleburne ISD
2005.08 - 2006.07

Parapofessional-Physical Education

Cleburne ISD
2003.08 - 2004.07

Associate of Applied Science - Office Technology/Medical Office Administation

Hill College

Master of Education - Education

Tarleton State University

Teacher Certification -

Alternative Teacher Certification-ECAP

Bachelor of Science - Fitness Mgmt. Excercise & Sports-English Minor

Tarleton State University

Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts

Hill College
April Zielinski