ETHAN SPARKMAN

adzfgy@r.postjobfree.com 309-***-**** Rock Island, IL 61201

Summary

Successful at managing CRM software systems and files. Accuracy-driven, well-organized and familiar with data entry and recordkeeping requirements. Self-directed and quality-focused with a collaborative style.

Skills

Adaptive team player

Customer relations

Team building

Technologically savvy

Cross-functional collaboration

Detail oriented

Mentoring and coaching

Microsoft Office, Oracle, Power BI, Salesforce, Adobe Creative Suite

IEP goals

Behavioral plan management

Behavior modification

Individual instruction

Classwork oversight

Activities oversight

Advanced Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI)

Resolving Problems and Incidents

Verbal and Written Communication

Multitasking and Prioritization

Microsoft Windows and Office

Experience

High Roads of the Quad Cities Moline, IL

Assistant Teacher

03/2023 - Current

Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.

Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.

Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.

Encouraged curiosity, exploration and problem-solving with tailored recreation programs.

Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.

Blackhawk Education Special Education Center East Moline, IL

Special Education Teacher

02/2022 - 12/2022

Conducted small group and individual classroom activities with students based on differentiated learning needs.

Developed interesting and interactive learning methods tailored to help students with individual needs.

Encouraged student empathy of others to build confidence and improve self-image.

Advocated for needs of the students with disabilities.

Developed and maintained individualized skill-appropriate lesson plans to promote and build student confidence.

Solved student behavioral issues according to building expectations and codes of conduct.

Maintained consistent and timely contact with parents about student behavior and upcoming events.

Employed cutting-edge teaching technologies to meet learning objectives and enhance student experience.

Participated in adapted physical education activities with students to encourage overall health and instill positive routines.

Established and maintained dynamic working relationships with students and parents to support classroom objectives.

Led students on field trips to enhance educational programs.

Supported diverse student populations through equitable instructional design and programming.

Developed IEP to leverage developmental practices and educational theories to achieve educational objectives.

Enhanced lessons using Smart Board technology and computers.

Assisted with classroom observations to identify developmental delays and behavioral issues.

Caravel Autism Health Davenport, IA

ABA Technician

11/2021 - 02/2022

Provided direct client care and group treatment while utilizing combinations of intensive teaching and natural environment training arrangements.

Delivered individualized treatment for children diagnosed with autism spectrum disorders or other behavioral and social challenges using applied behavior analysis principles.

Assembled, maintained and analyzed data gathered during student sessions, completed daily treatment logs and consistently submitted timely written and verbal progress reports.

Performed behavioral interventions to teach communication, social and daily living skills and reduce problematic behaviors in home, community and school settings.

Blackhawk Area Special Ed Dist East Moline, IL

Special Education Paraprofessional

09/2021 - 02/2022

Worked in tandem with teacher to develop customized classroom environment conducive to students' needs.

Met one-on-one with autism students and implemented targeted behavioral plans.

Managed class of special education students in absence of lead teacher.

Provided special attention to individuals needing extra academic or behavioral guidance during classes.

Helped students to develop good behavioral habits through positive reinforcement and encouragement in studies as well as discipline and careful use of physical intervention when required.

Collaborated with teacher to develop personalized and successful learning strategies.

Friendship Manor Rock Island, IL

Cook

03/2021 - 11/2021

Interact with waitstaff regarding special orders for customers, including those with food allergies and gluten intolerance.

Provide the organization with flexibility as being the lone team member trained as a prep cook, baker, bistro line cook, special event cook and salad maker.

Maintain temperature, sweep and sanitation logs to document proper conditions.

Work successfully with diverse group of coworkers to accomplish goals and address issues related to our products and services.

Prepare dishes in fast-paced environment working with teammates to maintain high customer satisfaction rate.

Modify standard recipes to account for ingredient issues, customer requests or substitutions for allergen concerns.

Toyota of Iowa City Iowa City, IA

Service Associate/ Porter

01/2017 - 02/2021

Handle a variety of tasks simultaneously, while also delivering a high level of customer service.

Park and retrieve vehicles in a timely fashion.

Grew into a team lead role and provided in-depth training for new employees.

Dedicated to making every single guest's stay as pleasant as possible.

Control the flow of customers for a seamless customer experience.

Initiate coordination with sales managers and shuttle drivers so returning customers already had vehicles waiting when possible.

Coordinate efforts between customers and service advisors and mechanics and service advisors.

Relied on to open the service side of the dealership every morning.

Perform any maintenance that did not require a mechanic's expertise, like light and battery replacements.

Responsible for maintaining fluid levels in the car wash and scheduling necessary maintenance.

Curry-Out Muscatine, IA

Kitchen Cook/Helper

10/2020 - 01/2021

Maintain kitchen cleanliness, prepare ingredients for meals and appetizers.

Manage and tracked orders as they enter the kitchen.

Roll and cook naan bread for orders in the tandoor.

Perform duties of a fry cook.

Fry samosas, batter and fry pakoras.

Check orders before leaving the kitchen to assure accuracy.

The HON Company Muscatine, IA

Customer Support Specialist

10/2019 - 02/2020

Build customer relationships by exercising sound independent judgment and strive to negotiate win-win outcomes that drive customer satisfaction and loyalty to the HON Brand.

Provide timely follow-up and warranty support to the company's trade partners via email to ensure an excellent customer experience.

Drive consistent high-quality service while being efficient and effective.

Consistently achieve aggressive individual and team goals.

Embrace continuous learning with monthly training initiatives.

Leverage cross-functional relationships across the organization to drive intended results.

Advocate customer-centric values and drive mutually beneficial outcomes in all interactions.

Documented conversations with customers to track requests, problems and solutions.

Zimmer Biomet Davenport, IA

Instrument Specialist

02/2013 - 11/2016

Responsible for assembling and moving instrument trays from Zimmer headquarters to hospitals and back.

Strong attention to detail was critical to ensure accuracy.

Manage schedule and location of all instrument trays based on hospital surgical schedules.

Education and Training

Western Illinois University Macomb, IL

Master of Arts in M.A.T. in Special Education

Expected in 08/2025

Capella University Minneapolis, MN

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

07/2019

GPA: 3.957

Completed 4-Year Degree in Accelerated Flex Path Program in 1.5-Years

Fundamentals of Management Fundamentals of Leadership Psychology of Human Motivation & Performance Abnormal Psychology Conflict Resolution Fundamentals of Marketing & Sales Customer Behavior Strategic Planning & Implementation Organizational Structure Learning & Performance Fundamentals of Supply Chain Management

Received distinguished rating in all above courses

Interests

Community organizer for Project Now in an effort to drive voter turnout for disenfranchised voters in the 2022 General Election

Field Manager for Thurgood Brooks in his campaign for State Represantive for District 72

Key volunteer/team member for Thurgood Brooks in his mayoral campaign for the city of Rock Island September 2020-April 2021

Capella University - Social Media Ambassador 2018-Present

AdamFest Volunteer - Annual Event Supporting Mental Health Awareness 2014-2019

RIFAC Learn to Swim Program Volunteer 2009-2011

RIFAC Youth Volunteer Basketball Coach 2009-2011

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