Madison Slezak
Lombard
Summary
Compassionate Special Education Paraprofessional offering excellent skills in devising student strategies and monitoring classroom activities. Pursuing a similar position where a well-qualified individual with an understanding of autism spectrum disorder and learning disabilities is highly sought. Also a dynamic Registered Behavior Technician with expertise in applied behavior analysis and client engagement at LEARN Behavioral. Proven ability to implement effective behavior intervention plans, enhancing student learning outcomes. Skilled in crisis intervention and fostering collaborative relationships with families and support teams to ensure IEP compliance and positive behavioral changes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Behavior Technician
LEARN Behavioral
10.2024 - Current
- Observed, monitored and recorded problem behaviors through accurate behavior-consequence data collection, graphs, and anecdotal notes.
- Worked as part of collaborative team to address changing needs of children and families.
- Used Catalyst to document patient information, progress notes, and treatment plans.
- Collaborated with client's support system and other allied specialists to implement positive interventions.
- Intervened with clients' challenging behaviors by reinforcing therapeutic alternatives and coping mechanisms.
- Learned specialized behavior approaches to implement behavioral strategies.
- Supported client using principles of applied behavior analysis.
- Kept accurate records by documenting progress and adhering to prescribed behavior plan.
- Treated clients and families with respect and dignity.
- Assessed patient progress and reported changes to supervising physician.
- Supported patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA regulations.
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Lombard School District 44
08.2024 - 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.
- Collated classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
- Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
- Offered student support through special accommodations, extra assistance, and assessments.
- Set up visual aids, equipment, and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
- Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
- Alerted instructor to student behavior or issues requiring intervention.
- Maintained positive attitude and affirmatively communicated with each student.
- Supported teacher in development of individual learning strategies.
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Oversaw class of students in absence of instructor.
- Established professional relationships with parents and other teachers to increase rapport and support.
Bartender
Bottle Theory
09.2023 - 09.2024
- Obtained cash bank and stocked service bar to prepare for operation.
- Followed alcohol awareness procedures for preventing excessive guest intoxication.
- Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet customer needs.
- Trained new bartenders on drink preparation, product promotion, garnish preparation, and sanitation protocol.
- Upsold menu items to customers, driving up per sale revenues and maximizing profits.
- Applied knowledge to create innovative cocktails, enhance flavor profiles and expertly pair food and drinks.
Server
Elmhurst Brewing Company
08.2021 - 04.2023
- Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
- Bussed and reset tables to keep dining room and work areas clean.
- Used slow periods to restock supplies, ice, trays, and delivery bags.
- Explained menu items and suggested appropriate options for food allergy concerns.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Served food and beverages promptly with focused attention to customer needs.
- Utilized communication practices with kitchen staff to deliver customer meals in timely manner.
- Set positive tone for entire dining experience as first point of contact for incoming guests.
- Learned and followed local alcohol laws to keep restaurant compliant with regulations.
- Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally to maintain positive reputation.
Barista
Starbucks
05.2017 - 12.2020
- Operated espresso machines and commercial coffee brewers to create beverages.
- Trained new employees, sharing knowledge and expertise of coffees, teas, and merchandise.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Listened carefully to customer requests and created personalized, delicious beverages, which improved sales.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Controlled line and crowd with quick, efficient service.
- Made and served brand-specific café beverages with focus on speed, quality and consistency.
- Used POS system to accurately enter orders and process payments.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
Columbia, MO05-2021
Skills
- Applied behavior analysis
- Client engagement
- Behavior modification techniques
- Group instruction
- Behavior intervention plans
- Crisis intervention
- Instructional support
- Teaching and instruction
- IEP goals
- Parental interaction
- IEP compliance
- Learning environment management
- Autism and spectrum disorders
- Behavioral plan management
- Lesson plan implementation
Certification
Paraprofessional License- August 2024
Substitute Teacher License- October 2024
Register Behavior Technician Certificate- January 2025
Timeline
Registered Behavior Technician
LEARN Behavioral
10.2024 - Current
Special Education Instructional Assistant
Lombard School District 44
08.2024 - Current
Bartender
Bottle Theory
09.2023 - 09.2024
Server
Elmhurst Brewing Company
08.2021 - 04.2023
Barista
Starbucks
05.2017 - 12.2020
Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences
University of Missouri
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