Alexis Mijatovic

People-focused operations professional seeking a first-line manufacturing supervisor or team-lead role. Five years of full classroom ownership as a long-term substitute teacher, including IEP writing, data collection, and daily management of complex, high-needs environments. Earlier hands-on experience in receiving, assembly, inventory, and retail operations.

Known for setting clear expectations, keeping work safe and organized, documenting results, and leading through calm, consistent communication.

Long-Term Substitute Teacher at Freeport School District (2021-09 – Present)

Permanent assignment with full responsibility for classrooms serving students with severe/profound and mild-to-moderate disabilities — planning the day, running the room, and owning outcomes.

• Write Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with measurable goals; collect and track performance data to adjust plans and report progress.
• Direct daily operations: assign tasks, enforce safety and conduct standards, de-escalate problems, and coordinate with specialists, support staff, and families.
• Train students and staff on routines and expectations; adapt processes when conditions change so work still gets done on schedule.

Life Skills Paraeducator at Freeport High School (2016-01 – 2021-09)

• Supported instruction and daily-living skills in a structured setting; reinforced procedures, safety, and accountability for a high-needs population.
• Partnered with teachers and related-service staff; documented student progress and maintained a professional presence in demanding situations.

Sales Associate at Kelley Williamson Mobil (2017-10 – 2018-03)

• Ran front-of-house operations: cash control, lottery sales/redemption, refunds, complaint resolution, merchandising, and drawer balancing.

Receiving Clerk at Skandia Inc. (2015-06 – 2015-07)

• Received, counted, organized, and stocked incoming material in a warehouse setting; kept the work area safe and audit-ready.

Assembler at Spherion Staffing / Piedmont Hardware (2014-11 – 2014-12)

• Assembled tool parts to spec for mail-order fulfillment; maintained pace, accuracy, and a clean, organized workstation.

Passenger Service Representative at Prospect Air Services / American Airlines (2012-12 – 2014-06)

• Guided travelers through TSA, Customs, and Immigration under tight time pressure; completed required forms and resolved issues calmly.

Literacy Tutor at Highland College (2019-01 – 2019-04)

Bachelor of Liberal Arts in Gender and Women's Studies – University of Illinois at Chicago (2013-05)

M.A.T. in Special Education – Rockford University (2024 – 2025)

Post-Baccalaureate in Teacher Education / Special Education – Northern Illinois University (2022 – 2023)

Additional undergraduate coursework in Interdisciplinary Studies – Miami University