Andrea Kocik
Cicero,NY
Summary
Dynamic administrative professional with extensive experience at North Syracuse Central School District, adept at managing office operations efficiently. Proven organizational skills and ability to foster professional relationships, ensuring efficient operations and effective communication. Skilled in scheduling, document management, and correspondence. Known for reliability, adaptability, and maintaining high standards.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary II
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
07.2022 - Current
- Responsible for managing, coordinating, and maintaining a database for over 1,400 students with disabilities in grades K-12.
- Work with building level staff to schedule CSE meetings, create agendas and process paperwork when finalized.
- Work collaboratively with outside agencies and school districts to transfer confidential records.
- Create and manage spreadsheets to be shared with staff in regards to outside student placements, including all of BOCES and residential students.
- Generate purchase orders for the Special Ed department and submit for payment for tuitions, contract expenses, and supplies.
- Organize IDEA 611 and 619 grant orders and submit to the NY State Education Department.
- Create letters and send information to attain residential placements for students.
- Manage phone and email correspondence, handle incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Manage paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
Typist II
OCM BOCES
Liverpool, NY
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Provided direct secretarial support for multiple programs and staff in Innovative Education.
- Typed correspondence and forms to multiple school districts, answered phones and processed paperwork.
- Prepared and managed all purchase order for multiple programs using Wincap.
- Completed daily student attendance and maintained attendance records in Schooltool and with component districts.
- Typed suspension letters and sent to home districts and parents.
- Managed and maintained program lists and shared enrollment with multiple school districts.
- Arranged field trips and arranged transportation.
- Interacted with students and families on a daily basis.
Teacher Aide/Substitute School Secretary
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
09.2011 - 08.2017
- Responsible for making copies for all teachers as assigned.
- Supervised cafeteria during lunches for students in grades K-4.
- Performed clerical support duties and procedures in main office.
- Interacted with students, parents and district personnel on a daily basis.
- Documented student attendance in Schooltool.
- Answered incoming phone calls to main office and provided assistance and answers to parent concerns.
Substitute Teacher Assistant
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
09.2008 - 06.2011
- Assisted classroom teacher in implementing lesson plans and managing student behavior.
- Supported individual student needs through personalized attention and instructional assistance.
- Promoted a safe learning environment by adhering to school policies and procedures regarding student conduct and safety.
- Implemented classroom management strategies that fostered respectful student interactions.
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Syracuse Central School District
North Syracuse, NY
09.1999 - 02.2001
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline.
- Took notes and prepared reports on school day activities to provide to the primary teacher.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6
State University of New York At Plattsburgh
Plattsburgh, NY05-1991
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
State University of New York At Cobleskill
Cobleskill, NY05-1989
Skills
- Experienced and knowledgeable in office administrative functions
- Ability to maintain professional relationships with colleagues
- Solid organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
- Flexible and adaptable
- Ability to coordinate and maintain calendar appointments
Timeline
Secretary II
North Syracuse Central School District
07.2022 - Current
Typist II
OCM BOCES
08.2017 - 07.2022
Teacher Aide/Substitute School Secretary
North Syracuse Central School District
09.2011 - 08.2017
Substitute Teacher Assistant
North Syracuse Central School District
09.2008 - 06.2011
Substitute Teacher, K-12
North Syracuse Central School District
09.1999 - 02.2001
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education N-6
State University of New York At Plattsburgh
Associate of Applied Science - Early Childhood Education
State University of New York At Cobleskill