Adriana Avila
Oakland,CA
Summary
Versatile professional with a background in education, caregiving, and legal assistance. Known for positive customer interactions, implementing engaging activities, and ensuring safety, while also excelling in medical record-keeping and medication management. Ready to leverage these skills to support client well-being. Detail-oriented legal assistant with expertise in document management and medication oversight. Proven ability to organize legal files and maintain client confidentiality while delivering exceptional support.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
James Thomson
Berkeley, California
03.2022 - 01.2026
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence for attorneys and clients.
- Organized case files and maintained accurate legal records.
- Communicated with clients to schedule appointments and gather information.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline office processes and improve efficiency.
- Maintained client confidentiality in all matters.
- Answered phones promptly while providing courteous customer service.
- Scanned physical documents into electronic format for storage in a secure database system.
- Liaised between the attorney and outside counsel, exchanging information.
- Maintained inventory levels of office supplies necessary for day-to-day operations.
Nanny
Private
Alameda, California
04.2020 - 02.2022
- Supervised children's daily activities and ensured their safety and well-being.
- Prepared healthy meals and snacks based on dietary needs and preferences.
- Communicated regularly with parents about children's progress and behavior.
- Maintained a clean, safe, and organized environment for children to explore.
- Performed light housekeeping duties related to childcare such as laundry or meal preparation.
- Monitored children's behavior, health and well-being as well as physical, emotional and mental development.
- Encouraged safe, positive behavior by redirecting children to take positive action.
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
San Francisco, California
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Developed engaging lesson plans tailored to children's developmental needs.
- Fostered a nurturing classroom environment that encouraged creativity and exploration.
- Implemented effective behavior management strategies to maintain a positive atmosphere.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and address concerns.
- Monitored children's development through regular assessments and observations.
- Met with parents to discuss child behavior and academic progress.
After Care Counselor
Sonoma County Family YMCA
Santa Rosa, California
08.2017 - 05.2019
- Developed and implemented engaging activities for elementary school children.
- Collaborated with parents to address behavioral and emotional concerns.
- Trained and mentored new staff on best practices in aftercare support.
- Kept accurate records on participants' activities, attendance, disciplinary actions, and medication usage.
- Performed clerical duties, including registering participants and answering specific event inquiries.
Caregiver
Private
Santa Rosa, California
04.2016 - 05.2018
- Assisted clients with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Administered medications and monitored health conditions effectively.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for clients at all times.
- Communicated regularly with family members regarding client needs and progress.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate client care plans.
- Encouraged independence while promoting self-care skills such as bathing, grooming and toileting needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT12-2027
Early Childhood Education
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa, California, CA01-2018
Skills
- Spanish fluency
- Client service and support
- Child development knowledge
- Medication management
- Document management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Certification
CPR and First Aid Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
James Thomson
03.2022 - 01.2026
Nanny
Private
04.2020 - 02.2022
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
09.2019 - 03.2020
After Care Counselor
Sonoma County Family YMCA
08.2017 - 05.2019
Caregiver
Private
04.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Health Information Management
Western Governors University
Early Childhood Education
Santa Rosa Junior College