Scott Brandon Lopez

17909 Old Trail Road Hazel Crest, Illinois 60429

708-799-1235 (home) scottblopez2015@yahoo.com 708-845-2810 (cell)
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position wherein I can exhibit my willingness to learn new skill sets and support organizational growth,
while simultaneously demonstrating transferability of previously acquired expertise.

EDUCATION
 August 2021: Earned an Associate of Arts Degree from South Suburban College in South Holland, IL
 December 2014: Obtained an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Graphic Arts from South Suburban
College in South Holland, IL
 June 2009: Received a High School Diploma from Hillcrest High School in Country Club Hills, IL
CERTIFICATION / PROFESSIONAL LICENSE
 July 2022: Acquired a Meijer Forklift Certificate, Meijer in Flossmoor, IL
 March 2015: Acquired an Illinois Paraprofessional Educator License, South Cook Intermediate Center in
Chicago Heights, IL
WORK EXPERIENCE: PRIVATELY-OWNED AND COMMUNITY-BASED
 January 2022- Current: General Merchandise Clerk, Meijer, Flossmoor, IL – Charged with unloading trucks
and separating live loads; responsible for a variety of retail tasks and merchandising; deliverance of
remarkable customer service by providing exceptional product knowledge, efficient service and a friendly
attitude; maintains a positive working relationship with team members and leadership.
 January 2016-January 2018: Fitness Attendant, Matteson Community Center, Matteson, IL –
Charged with ensuring the safety and sanitation of exercise/fitness equipment for the ultimate benefit of
the community clientele.
 August 2013-February 2015: Plant Employee, St. Regis Manufacturing, Chicago, IL –
(Cross-trained in receiving/shipping/sanding). In the receiving/ shipping department, I vigorously unloaded
docks, inspected incoming merchandise, and skillfully organized the warehouse to ensure accountability for
inventory; as a sander, I facilitated the process for quality control to assure that figurines were finished in a
manner representative of company standards.

WORK EXPERIENCE: EDUCATIONAL ENVIRONMENT

 August 2020 – August 2022: Willow Elementary School, Homewood, IL – Teacher Assistant
As a Teacher Assistant at Willow in School District 153, I professionally supported student learning via
cooperative associations with classroom teachers for the educational benefit of diverse learners with
specific needs. During my first year, I was a one-on-one; in year two, I worked closely with daily living
support for students with special needs.
 August 2016 – June 2020: Madison Elementary School, South Holland, IL – Paraprofessional
As a Paraprofessional at Madison in School District 151, I professionally collaborated with teachers,
school social workers, and the school nurse. These experiences provided me with the background
knowledge needed to positively interact with all students in the classroom. I was charged with providing
RTI instruction to specific students; I was privileged to attend professional development workshops to
learn how to improve academic achievement on behalf of the students. I also effectively collaborated
with colleagues who sponsored after-school clubs by creating logos that represented the clubs. I was also
proud to provide supervision during lunch, recess, and the school bus ride home if needed.
QUALITIES/SKILLS
 Ability to work independently
 Strong ability to prioritize
 Proficient computer skills
 Effective written and oral communication skills

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS
*Respectful *Honest *Hardworking *Team-oriented

INTEREST/ACTIVITIES/COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
*Acting, singing, and preparing “behind the scenes” props for an Indiana production company.