Andrea Velez
Wethersfield,CT
Summary
Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Registrar of Voters
Town of Wethersfield Elections
Wethersfield, CT
03.2022 - Current
- Assist in the coordination of all elections and related duties
- Maintain CVRS database and voter records
- Maintain and archive all election records
- Conduct yearly high school voter registration sessions
- Comply with state statutes regarding voter registration
- Attends Spring and Fall ROVAC conferences
- Attends monthly meetings with the Secretary of the State
Licensed Referral Agent
Keller William Legacy Partners
03.2023 - 03.2024
- Assisted investors, buyers, sellers and tenants with their property purchases and sales
- Referral agent with "The Generations" team of Keller Williams Legacy Partners
- Conducted comprehensive market analyses to determine optimal listing prices for sellers, maximizing profits while minimizing time on market.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of local market trends and regulations, providing valuable insights and advice to clients.
- Coordinated appointments with buyers, sellers and other realtors to show buyers and tenants prospective homes.
- Negotiated favorable terms for clients during contract discussions, ensuring their best interests were represented.
- Collaborated with mortgage lenders to secure financing options for clients, expediting the closing process.
Para-Professional
Wethersfield High School
Wethersfield, CT
09.2016 - 08.2021
- Supported various students in class with their needs based on IEP's
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
- Supported special education teachers in implementing accommodations and modifications for students with diverse learning needs.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Per Diem Substitute Teacher
CREC Discovery Academy
Wethersfield, CT
09.2012 - 05.2016
- On-call Substitute teacher for Pre-K classroom and entire school including front office.
- Assisted in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Justin C. Freeman
09.2012 - 06.2015
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as interrogatories.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Child Study -
Saint Joseph College
West Hartford, CTSkills
- Administrative Support
- Database Management
- Records Management
- Computer Skills
- Office Administration
- Data Entry
- Customer Service
- Microsoft Word
- Time Management
- File Organization
- Customer and client relations
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Event Coordination
- Resourceful
- Meticulous attention to detail
Accomplishments
Author of a published children's book titled The Eggplant Contest.
Timeline
Licensed Referral Agent
Keller William Legacy Partners
03.2023 - 03.2024
Deputy Registrar of Voters
Town of Wethersfield Elections
03.2022 - Current
Para-Professional
Wethersfield High School
09.2016 - 08.2021
Per Diem Substitute Teacher
CREC Discovery Academy
09.2012 - 05.2016
Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Justin C. Freeman
09.2012 - 06.2015
Bachelor of Arts in Child Study -
Saint Joseph College