Andrea V. Benson
Cromwell,CT
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with strong interpersonal and communication skills, seeking an opportunity to contribute to a high school environment as an Administrative Assistant. Committed to supporting students, staff, and school operations through efficient administrative support and a positive, service-oriented approach.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Interventionist/Substitute Teacher
CROMWELL BOARD OF EDUCATION
09.2020 - Current
- Provides small group literacy instruction to ensure students improve reading skills
- Plans and implements Intervention lesson plans based on the Science of Reading
- Evaluate and assess students reading levels using Core Phonics and Amplify
- Manages classroom in accordance with district lesson plans, school rules & policies
Household Manager
BENSON HOME
06.2016 - 09.2020
- Managed household finances, including budgeting, bill payment and financial planning
- Volunteered in local PTO to assist teachers with school activities and social events
- Organized and managed fundraising events and field trips for The Girl Scouts of America
- Served as board Member for The Moms Club International, planning charity events and social welfare projects to support the needs of the community
Senior 401(k) Service Consultant-Retirement Plans Division
MASSMUTUAL
01.2013 - 06.2016
- Offered assistance and resolution of various 401(k) Retirement Forms to clients
- Managed recordkeeping, account oversight and transaction processing
- Assisted management in developing changes to improve operating procedures
- Coordinated meetings and training courses to educate new employees
Senior 401(k) Service Specialist-Retirement Plans Division
THE HARTFORD FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
09.2006 - 01.2013
- Processed retirement plan transactions and resolved client problems/inquiries
- Prepared financial requests efficiently ensuring compliance of federal regulations
- Handled recordkeeping/cash/suspense items to avoid company gain/loss
- Assisted with interview process and training of new employees
Property Insurance Claims Subrogation Specialist
TRUMBULL FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
09.2005 - 09.2006
- Reviewed claim files to identify, analyze and interpret subrogation potential
- Responsible for subrogation investigation, negotiation and recovery of claim
- Communicated with other insurance carriers, attorneys & claimants to reach settlement
- Consistently maintained top percentages of recovery services
Education
Bachelor in Science - Business Management & Behavioral Science
CHARTER OAK STATE COLLEGE
New Britain, CTAssociate in Science - undefined
MANCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Manchester, CTSkills
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Maintains confidentiality
- Strong integrity
- Effective planning and organization
- Prioritization and organization skills
- Results-oriented mindset
- Analytical problem-solving
- Adaptable communication
Timeline
Reading Interventionist/Substitute Teacher
CROMWELL BOARD OF EDUCATION
09.2020 - Current
Household Manager
BENSON HOME
06.2016 - 09.2020
Senior 401(k) Service Consultant-Retirement Plans Division
MASSMUTUAL
01.2013 - 06.2016
Senior 401(k) Service Specialist-Retirement Plans Division
THE HARTFORD FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP
09.2006 - 01.2013
Property Insurance Claims Subrogation Specialist
TRUMBULL FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
09.2005 - 09.2006
Associate in Science - undefined
MANCHESTER COMMUNITY COLLEGE
Bachelor in Science - Business Management & Behavioral Science
CHARTER OAK STATE COLLEGE