Hardworking and reliable subsitute aide / secretary with strong ability in working with students and other professionals. Offering positive student relationships and helping them succeed in their own way. Highly organized, proactive and punctual.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Secretary
Ronald D. Keener Co., LPA
New Lebanon, OH
05.2001 - 11.2020
Photocopied all correspondence, documents and other printed materials.
Proofed documents and submitted to attorneys for review.
Checked office supplies stock and placed orders to maintain levels.
Assisted in preparation of engagement letters.
Organized and maintained law libraries, documents and case files.
Coordinated and scheduled meetings and telephone conferences.
Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
Organized and prioritized case loads of 2 attorneys.
Processed and distributed invoices to bill clients.
Composed and revised letters and depositions.
Routed contracts, agreements and invoices through proper signature process.
Sorted and distributed incoming faxes, letters and emails for office distribution.
Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
Arranged case files and maintained records and notebooks.
Facilitated communications by forwarding emails, transferring calls and filing documents.
Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
Substitute Teacher's Aide
Carlisle Local School District
Carlisle, OH
08.2016 - 06.2019
Shared information about student progress and concerns with lead teacher.
Corrected student work under supervision of lead teacher.
Monitored student behavior at lunch and recess.
Modeled activities for students struggling to understand written instructions.
Taught small groups of students in foundational material.
Supervised class while teacher attended meetings.
Created classroom environment conducive to learning and appropriate to student maturity and interests.
Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
Maintained rules of conduct that encouraged self-discipline and responsibility.
Engaged students in discussions to promote interest and drive learning.
Requested as substitute teacher based on excellent referrals and trusted performance.
Monitored appropriate use and care of equipment, materials and facilities.
Differentiated classroom and small group instruction to meet needs of students with various learning styles and abilities.
Enforced classroom routines to keep students on schedule and operating at consistent level.
Managed high school classrooms during teacher absences.
Educated students in various subjects to provide seamless transition during absence of head teacher.
Tutored students individually and in small groups to help with difficult subjects.
Established and enforced rules for behavior and procedures to maintain order among students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Social Work
Wright State University
Dayton, OH
11-2005
High School Diploma -
Dixie High School
New Lebanon, OH
05-2001
Skills
Exceptional communication skills
MS Office Proficient
Switchboard Operation
Type 70-90 WPM
Schedule Maintenance / Management
Appointment Setting
Administrative Support
Civil Law
Estate Planning
Drafting legal documents
Document Management
Document Preparation
Editing and proofreading
Client Correspondence
Accomplishments
Recipient of the Young Hero Medal of Honor by Wright Patterson Air Force Base for Courage and Valor During A Life-Threatening Cancer Battle in 1999.