

Matthew Schaad | Freelance Writer
Springfield (Illinois), United States of America
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As an experienced psychology graduate, I hold a Bachelor's degree and have a strong command over the proper APA style format and grammar. My... Read more
As an experienced psychology graduate, I hold a Bachelor's degree and have a strong command over the proper APA style format and grammar. My independent concentration in psychology has provided me with diverse educational and mental health courses, which have helped me broaden my knowledge of the field. If you require assistance with revising your psychology paper, I am here to help. I am proficient in Microsoft Office, Neat Office, Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Classroom. Communication is key, and I will be happy to stay in touch with you throughout the revision process. Read less
As an experienced psychology graduate, I hold a Bachelor's degree and have a strong command over the proper APA style format and grammar. My independent concentration in psychology has provided me with diverse educational and mental health courses, which have helped me broaden my knowledge of the fi... Read more
As an experienced psychology graduate, I hold a Bachelor's degree and have a strong command over the proper APA style format and grammar. My independent concentration in psychology has provided me with diverse educational and mental health courses, which have helped me broaden my knowledge of the field. If you require assistance with revising your psychology paper, I am here to help. I am proficient in Microsoft Office, Neat Office, Google Docs, Slides, Sheets, and Classroom. Communication is key, and I will be happy to stay in touch with you throughout the revision process. Read less
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Language Proficiency
- English: Native
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Work Experience
Personal Aide
Department of Rehabilitation
United States of America
My Responsibilities
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client indepe... Read more
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care Read less
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care Read less
1 year
May 2023 - May 2024
May 2023 - May 2024
Paraprofessional
Havana CUSD 126
My Responsibilities
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initial... Read more
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special information about an individual student. Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, personal care, and clothing routines Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentially of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in in-service training programs as approved/provided. Interacts in a positive manner with all students. Ability to show respect for the diversity of students. Performs duties efficiently and without prompting. Performs other such duties/assignments as directed by certified staff. Assist in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP or 504 Plan. Be capable of carrying out proper Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies. BE capable of following and carrying out behavior management plans. Be able to read with fluency/understanding and perform math operations. Accurately and effectively communicate with teachers and staff. Capable of toileting students at all grade levels. Have a positive attitude about the job. Know student handbook rules and District rules. Other duties as prescribed by building principals and/or special education director. Read less
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special info... Read more
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special information about an individual student. Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, personal care, and clothing routines Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentially of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in in-service training programs as approved/provided. Interacts in a positive manner with all students. Ability to show respect for the diversity of students. Performs duties efficiently and without prompting. Performs other such duties/assignments as directed by certified staff. Assist in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP or 504 Plan. Be capable of carrying out proper Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies. BE capable of following and carrying out behavior management plans. Be able to read with fluency/understanding and perform math operations. Accurately and effectively communicate with teachers and staff. Capable of toileting students at all grade levels. Have a positive attitude about the job. Know student handbook rules and District rules. Other duties as prescribed by building principals and/or special education director. Read less
9 months
Aug 2022 - May 2023
Aug 2022 - May 2023
Intern/Youth Advocate
Be Strong Families
Chicago, United States of America
My Responsibilities
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My dutie... Read more
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contributing to presentations delivered at the DCFS director's meeting, and guiding other youth in care to come up with solutions to problems that could be resolved without director intervention. Although my internship only lasted a year, the impact I made was significant enough to initiate the process of change for policies within DCFS. Read less
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contrib... Read more
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contributing to presentations delivered at the DCFS director's meeting, and guiding other youth in care to come up with solutions to problems that could be resolved without director intervention. Although my internship only lasted a year, the impact I made was significant enough to initiate the process of change for policies within DCFS. Read less
6 months
Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
Freelance Writer
Personal Business
United States of America
My Responsibilities
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. M... Read more
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. I have extensive experience in creative writing, scriptwriting for plays, and APA formatting. I am confident in my ability to meet the needs of clients seeking these services. Read less
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. ... Read more
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. I have extensive experience in creative writing, scriptwriting for plays, and APA formatting. I am confident in my ability to meet the needs of clients seeking these services. Read less
4 years 8 months
Aug 2020 - present
Aug 2020 - present
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Educational Experience
Degree
University of Illinois at Springfield, United States of America
2022-2024
My Course and Activities
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology.
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology. Read less
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology.
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology. Read less
Degree
Spoon River College, United States of America
2020-2022
My Course and Activities
Associates in Health Science
Associates in Health Science Read less
Associates in Health Science
Associates in Health Science Read less
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Language Proficiency
- English: Native
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Work Experience
Personal Aide
Department of Rehabilitation
United States of America
My Responsibilities
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client indepe... Read more
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care Read less
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care
Medication assistance, Transportation to doctors, Bill management, Scheduling appointments, Promoting client independence at home, Housekeeping, Personal care, Meal preparation, Pet care Read less
1 year
May 2023 - May 2024
May 2023 - May 2024
Paraprofessional
Havana CUSD 126
My Responsibilities
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initial... Read more
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special information about an individual student. Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, personal care, and clothing routines Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentially of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in in-service training programs as approved/provided. Interacts in a positive manner with all students. Ability to show respect for the diversity of students. Performs duties efficiently and without prompting. Performs other such duties/assignments as directed by certified staff. Assist in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP or 504 Plan. Be capable of carrying out proper Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies. BE capable of following and carrying out behavior management plans. Be able to read with fluency/understanding and perform math operations. Accurately and effectively communicate with teachers and staff. Capable of toileting students at all grade levels. Have a positive attitude about the job. Know student handbook rules and District rules. Other duties as prescribed by building principals and/or special education director. Read less
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special info... Read more
Works with individual students and/or small groups of students to reinforce learning of materials or skills initially introduced and outlined by certified staff. Alerts the certified staff to any problems or special information about an individual student. Performs assigned supervision of students during lunch periods, play periods, and on field trips. Performs assigned non-instructional classroom duties, such as snack time, toileting, personal care, and clothing routines Demonstrates ethical behavior and confidentially of information about students in the school environment and community. Participates in in-service training programs as approved/provided. Interacts in a positive manner with all students. Ability to show respect for the diversity of students. Performs duties efficiently and without prompting. Performs other such duties/assignments as directed by certified staff. Assist in the effort to successfully maintain students with special needs in an integrated setting, as determined by the IEP or 504 Plan. Be capable of carrying out proper Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) strategies. BE capable of following and carrying out behavior management plans. Be able to read with fluency/understanding and perform math operations. Accurately and effectively communicate with teachers and staff. Capable of toileting students at all grade levels. Have a positive attitude about the job. Know student handbook rules and District rules. Other duties as prescribed by building principals and/or special education director. Read less
9 months
Aug 2022 - May 2023
Aug 2022 - May 2023
Intern/Youth Advocate
Be Strong Families
Chicago, United States of America
My Responsibilities
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My dutie... Read more
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contributing to presentations delivered at the DCFS director's meeting, and guiding other youth in care to come up with solutions to problems that could be resolved without director intervention. Although my internship only lasted a year, the impact I made was significant enough to initiate the process of change for policies within DCFS. Read less
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contrib... Read more
During my internship, I had the privilege of being an advocate for all the youth in DCFS care in Illinois. My duties included assisting in the preparation and presentation of the "topic of the month" at meetings, contributing to presentations delivered at the DCFS director's meeting, and guiding other youth in care to come up with solutions to problems that could be resolved without director intervention. Although my internship only lasted a year, the impact I made was significant enough to initiate the process of change for policies within DCFS. Read less
6 months
Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
Freelance Writer
Personal Business
United States of America
My Responsibilities
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. M... Read more
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. I have extensive experience in creative writing, scriptwriting for plays, and APA formatting. I am confident in my ability to meet the needs of clients seeking these services. Read less
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. ... Read more
As a freelance writer, I provide professional services to clients who need assistance with their written content. My services include essay writing, revision, proofreading, and comprehensive grammar and spelling checks. I have extensive experience in creative writing, scriptwriting for plays, and APA formatting. I am confident in my ability to meet the needs of clients seeking these services. Read less
4 years 8 months
Aug 2020 - present
Aug 2020 - present
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Educational Experience
Degree
University of Illinois at Springfield, United States of America
2022-2024
My Course and Activities
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology.
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology. Read less
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology.
Bachelor's in Psychology with a concentration in educational and mental health psychology. Read less
Degree
Spoon River College, United States of America
2020-2022
My Course and Activities
Associates in Health Science
Associates in Health Science Read less
Associates in Health Science
Associates in Health Science Read less
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Skills I Possess
Microsoft Office
Counseling Acquired from the course "Mental Health Studies - Suicide, Violent Behavior and Substance Abuse"
Mental Health Acquired from the course "Mental Health Studies - Understanding Behaviour, Burnout and Depression"
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Favourite Movies
Home Improvement Last Man Standing According to Jim Aquaman Law & Order CSI Prison Break The Simpsons King of the Hill Family Guy American Dad Raising Hope Modern Family The Middle Everybody Hates Chris
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Interests & Hobbies
Fishing Hunting Nature Birds Gardening Typing Psychology Mental Health Horticulture Flowers Trees Woodwork Logging Farming Book Writing Poetry Greek Mythology Meditation Spirituality
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