Alexus N. Riley
Harvey
Summary
Dynamic paraprofessional with a proven track record at La Grange Park Special Education, excelling in behavior management and collaboration. Adept at implementing tailored interventions and fostering a positive learning environment, I leverage strong crisis intervention skills to support students with diverse needs, ensuring their success and well-being. In addition, I'm a customer-oriented bartender with several years of experience preparing and serving alcoholic drinks. Versed in maintaining liquor stock, keeping bar clean and assessing customer needs. Friendly and upbeat individual possessing outstanding dexterity coupled with first-rate multitasking and customer service abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bartender
Windcreek
East Hazel Crest
11.2024 - Current
- Provided drink suggestions to customers based on their preferences.
- Assisted in setting up the bar for service shift.
- Performed opening and closing duties including restocking supplies.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Resolved customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Managed cash drawer at the end of each shift ensuring accuracy of funds received.
- Prepared alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages according to recipe standards.
- Developed good working relationships with fellow employees through effective communication.
Paraprofessional, Special Education
La Grange Park Special of Education (LADSE)
La Grange Park
08.2024 - Current
- Implemented evidence-based interventions tailored specifically for individuals with disabilities.
- Supervised field trips for special education classes ensuring safety at all times while providing educational opportunities outside the regular classroom setting.
- Collaborated with other professionals such as occupational therapists, speech pathologists, psychologists and social workers to provide comprehensive support services to special needs students.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, behavior reports.
- Assisted in developing behavior management plans that addressed the specific needs of each student.
- Collaborated with general education teachers to create differentiated assignments that addressed the varied abilities of all learners.
- Supported classroom teachers in creating a positive learning environment for all students.
Café Bartender
Hard Rock Casino
Gary
05.2021 - 02.2024
- Greeted customers and presented beverage menus to enhance service experience.
- Made recommendations and addressed inquiries regarding drink options.
- Verified customer identification to ensure compliance with legal drinking age laws.
- Accurately recorded drink orders into the register system for efficient processing.
- Prepared and served alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks according to standard recipes.
- Mixed and garnished cocktails following established specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness of working areas, glasses, and bar equipment in accordance with health standards.
- Monitored inventory levels and ordered supplies to ensure proper stock availability.
Receiving Clerk/Traffic Clerk
Sam’s Club Distribution Center
Matteson
10.2018 - 01.2021
- Verify packages according to order and invoices, assume responsibility for returning unsatisfactory shipments or receiving replacements.
- Label deliveries and allocate them to their designated place also, receive shipments and sign paperwork upon receipt.
- Inspect contents to ensure they are undamaged.
- Verify packages according to order and invoices (quantity, quality, price etc.)
- Contact supplier or shipper if a mistake is identified.
- Ensure invoices are signed and paid for satisfactory deliveries and maintain accurate records and assist in inventory control.
- Cycle Counting
- Auditing Pallets and adjusting inventory as needed.
VIP Bartender
Majestic Star Casino
Gary
07.2018 - 09.2020
- Prepare alcohol or non-alcohol beverages for bar and restaurant patrons.
- Interact with customers, take orders and serve snacks and drinks.
- Assess customers' needs and preferences and make recommendations.
- Mix ingredients to prepare cocktails.
Picker
Amazon
Joliet
07.2017 - 03.2018
- Took orders from supervisors and attempted to find products in Amazon warehouses.
- Ensured that the picked product conforms to the order sheet provided.
- Check the product to ensure that it is in proper working condition and is not damaged.
- Isolate damaged items to a predefined marked area and report it to supervisors.
- Ensure that the quantity specified is picked by counting it several times before taking it to the packing pallet.
- Transport items to packing pallet and pack them in specified containers.
- Maintain daily production and packing records.
- Report any errors in product selection and quantity to the supervisor immediately.
Beverage Server
Ameristar Casino & Hotel
East Chicago
06.2016 - 07.2017
- Served cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages to customers.
- Has knowledge of bar supplies and common drinks and makes suggestions to customers.
- Presented menus, answered questions and offered suggestions.
- Serving with a large section quickly and efficiently.
- Communicating orders clearly with the bar staff and kitchen.
- Delivering drinks and food.
- Closing out guests in a timely fashion.
EVS Attendant
Horseshoe Casino
Hammond
12.2015 - 06.2016
- Responsible for cleanliness of public restrooms.
- Acting restroom attendant as assigned.
- Cleaned public and employee bathrooms; replaced supplies.
- Responsible for floor cleanliness including but not limited to vacuum, mop, pan/broom.
- Safely and effectively operates floor care equipment including but not limited to wide area vacuum, scrubber, extractor, carpet spotter, and escalator cleaner in compliance with established procedures.
- Floor care includes carpet, marble, and tile.
- Responsible for general cleaning in assigned work areas including but not limited to dusting, polishing, shining, and glass care.
Kennel Attendant
Animal Medical Center
Orland Park
08.2014 - 04.2015
- Sanitation/Maintenance - ensured that all enclosures, kennels and grounds as well as tools are cleaned to appropriate standards.
- Dog Feeding - prepared and dispensed food according to each dog’s needs.
- Dog Care - Record keeping of dogs coming and going from kennels.
- Exercise and socialized dogs and puppies.
- Inventory to ensure appropriate levels of needed supplies.
- Provided quality customer service.
- Performed expected and unexpected tasks, demonstrating tenacity in completing tasks.
Professional Bather
PetSmart
Crestwood
05.2014 - 04.2015
- Assisting groomers with bathing dogs and helping them to keep them calm and safe.
- Taking care of dogs in the playroom and bath only dogs.
- Walked and monitored dogs.
- Bathing, brushing, drying dogs, performing nail trims, teeth brushing, anal gland expression, ear plucking, and any other extras requested by the client.
- Checked dogs in and out.
- Communicating with clients in person and on the phone.
- Reading vaccination Records and updating them in the computer system.
- Any other duties necessary to the working of a safe, respectable, cleaned the area.
Packer (Temp/ Staffing Position)
M Block & Sons Inc.
Tinley Park
08.2013 - 10.2013
- Marked and labeled containers, container tags, and products.
- Prepared and packed orders for shipment.
- Examined and inspected containers, materials, and products to ensure that packing specifications were met by sorting and discarding bad outdated products.
- Conduct quality inspections on products and parts.
- Worked assembly line production preparing boxes for package and finished products.
- Loading and unloading assembly line.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area.
Pet Care Specialist
Markham Animal Clinic
Markham
06.2012 - 08.2013
- Fed animals, giving them water and examining them for injuries or illnesses, as well as exercising, bathing, monitoring and cleaning them.
- Cleaned and disinfect all housing and holding areas according to established guidelines in the required time periods as well as throughout the day.
- Ensured that all animals were safe and secure when cleaning is finished.
Education
BA - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
Manchester, NH10-2026
High School Diploma -
Bremen High School
Midlothian, IL01.2012
Skills
- Collaboration
- Customer service
- Conflict resolution
- Behavior management
- Teaching assistance
- Social-emotional support
- Computer skills
- Classroom support
- Special education
- Crisis intervention
- Crisis management
- Social support
Certification
- Short Term Substitute Licenses (STS) Issued 5/28/2025
- Crisis Prevention Intervention Certification Issued 8/28/2025
- ABC Bartending School, Frankfort, IL, 04/01/18
- Forklifting & T3 Trainer, 01/01/20
References
References upon request
Languages
English
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Bartender
Windcreek
11.2024 - Current
Paraprofessional, Special Education
La Grange Park Special of Education (LADSE)
08.2024 - Current
Café Bartender
Hard Rock Casino
05.2021 - 02.2024
Receiving Clerk/Traffic Clerk
Sam’s Club Distribution Center
10.2018 - 01.2021
VIP Bartender
Majestic Star Casino
07.2018 - 09.2020
Picker
Amazon
07.2017 - 03.2018
Beverage Server
Ameristar Casino & Hotel
06.2016 - 07.2017
EVS Attendant
Horseshoe Casino
12.2015 - 06.2016
Kennel Attendant
Animal Medical Center
08.2014 - 04.2015
Professional Bather
PetSmart
05.2014 - 04.2015
Packer (Temp/ Staffing Position)
M Block & Sons Inc.
08.2013 - 10.2013
Pet Care Specialist
Markham Animal Clinic
06.2012 - 08.2013
BA - Psychology
Southern New Hampshire University
High School Diploma -
Bremen High School
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