Jill of All Trades (Teacher, Realtor, Notary Public, Paralegal)
Resume:
Alissa D. Leznek
Buckeye, Arizona 85396
*******@****.***
Purpose
I am a highly educated, professional multitasker seeking to see what the world has to offer. I am a “People Person” and have worked with both young and old from all over the world. I am a quick learner who is looking for a position where every day is different, challenging, and inspiring. I am a leader who is known for positivity influencing, producing rigor, and who is focused on always achieving the best possible outcomes.
Competency
Communication: I have expert knowledge of Microsoft Office and Google Applications (Certified); virtual, in person, and hybrid content creator, digital and social media marketer, brand development, and have strong documentation and research skills.
Relationship Management: I specialize in needs analysis; conflict resolution, teamwork, collaboration, consistent and constructive feedback, time management, empathetic listening, strong collaborating, and problem solving. I am proactive with sales and customer service, innovative, detail oriented, have managed diverse populations, and I have a strong worth ethic.
Leadership: I have been a project manager, departmental learning leader, been on interviewing panels, facilitated and trained new staff. I empower others, an adaptable, problem solve, negotiate, have innovative planning and delegation skills, love public speaking and doing presentations.
Education
2018 Arizona School of Real Estate and Business- Realtor License
2011 Elgin Community College – 911 Dispatcher Certification
1995-1997 Northeastern Illinois University- Chicago, Illinois- Master’s Degree in Education
1991-1992 Roosevelt University, Schaumburg, Illinois- Paralegal Certification-graduated with honors
1986-1990 Northern Illinois University- DeKalb, Illinois-B.A. In Criminal Justice
Professional Experiences
2021-2022 Pendergast Elementary School District – 2021 Summer School Teacher and 4th Grade Teacher
Job Responsibilities included the skills and knowledge in all 4th grade academic areas, developed lesson plans and instructional materials, provided individualized and small group instruction to adapt the curriculum to the needs of each pupil and to best utilize available classroom time for instructional purpose.
2020 – Present AL Mobile Notary Public – West Valley, AZ
Job Responsibilities include accepting loan signing assignments via email or phone. Print and prepare loan documents. Review closing documents for accuracy. Providing the witnessing and authentication of signatures, administering oaths, verifying signatures and taking affidavits.
2018– Present HomeSmart Realty and Referral Network – Realtor
Job Responsibilities included the preparing of market analysis statistics, bid presentations to buyers and sellers, researched listings, set up title searches and home inspections, promoted sales through advertising; participated in the multiple listing services, established positive flow of communication with agents, clients, attorneys, and all personnel involved in closing transactions. Negotiated contracts with agents representing buyers and sellers, educated sellers and buyers concerning legal disclosures, facilitated the closing process on behalf of the clients and insured that all parts of the contracts are prior to closing.
2016- 2019 Surprise Police Department- Citizens Patrol Officer
Volunteer Job Responsibilities included being part of a team that formed a working partnership between the citizens of Surprise, AZ and the Police Department. In addition to assisting police officers and patrolling the streets of Surprise, I helped with traffic control at accidents, crime scenes and special events, attended to radar deployment and speed compliance programs, vacation watches, evidence administration, and sexual predator notification.
2015-2016 Cartwright School District 83 – 6th Grade Reading and Writing Teacher
Job Responsibilities included the teaching of 6th grade Reading and Writing (ELL). Piloted the “Guaranteed and Viable Curriculum (GVC) Model” that all students, regardless of reading or writing levels, would have access to the same content, knowledge, and skills across the district.
2001- 2014 School District 211- English as A Second Language Continuing Education Teacher
Job Responsibilities included the creation and instruction of curriculum in teaching foreign adult students English by using a variety of techniques such as phonetics, multisensory learning, listening, reading, writing, speaking, and repetition to reinforce the English language, life skills, government, and American customs.
2010-2014 Gilberts and Huntley Illinois Community Emergency Response Team Member (CERT)- FEMA
Volunteer Responsibilities of an Emergency First Responder through Homeland Security include the assistance of others in neighborhoods or workplaces following an event when professional responders are not immediately available to help. Partaking in the continuous training and recertification courses of CPR/First Aid, Disaster Preparedness, Fire Safety, Disaster Medical Operations, Search and Rescue, and Disaster Psychology.
2005-2010 Coldwell Banker Primus-Algonquin IL-Realtor
Job Responsibilities included the advisement to clients in helping to determine the value of their property, preparation of market analysis statistics, negotiation of contracts with buyers and/or agents acting on their behalf, the education of sellers about disclosure requirements, and the facilitation of the closing process on behalf of clients.
1998-1999 School District 19- 4th Grade Teacher- Alden-Hebron Elementary School
Job Responsibilities included the planning and writing of daily lessons, monitoring student progress, formally and informally assess and provide feedback on performance to staff, families, and students. Led small groups, wrote academic curriculum, Planned and wrote daily lessons, created and implemented weekly projects, monitored student progress, and coordinated cooperative groups. Student Council Teacher Representative.
1997-1998 School District 300- 3rd Grade Teacher- Neubert Elementary School
Job responsibilities included the instruction of students, both individually and in groups, used various teaching methods such as lectures, discussions, and demonstrations. Adapted teaching methods and instructional material to meet the needs of all students, established clear objectives, wrote curriculum, participated in PLC’s, Student Council Teacher Representative, and National Honor Society Teacher Representative.
1992-1997 Schneiderman and Nagel, LLC – Real Estate and Family Law Paralegal
Job Responsibilities included assisting in the drafting of client communications, contract provisions and other documentations, conducting legal and family law research, assist attorneys in child custody, divorce, tax, and financial contracts and decrees. Conducted interviews with parties involved and appeared before Judges.
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