Angela McGowan
Queens Richmond Hill,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented Secretary Manager with a proven track record in streamlining office procedures and enhancing communication. Expert in time management and conflict resolution, ready to drive efficiency in administrative operations.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary Manager
Gospel Baptist Church
12.2021 - Current
- Coordinated church events and activities, ensuring smooth execution and communication among staff and volunteers.
- Managed scheduling for pastoral staff, optimizing time allocation for meetings and community outreach.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, enhancing document retrieval efficiency for church operations.
- Assisted in preparing weekly bulletins and newsletters, ensuring accurate dissemination of information to the congregation.
- Streamlined office procedures, reducing response times for member inquiries and enhancing overall service delivery.
- Implemented digital tools for scheduling and communication, improving workflow efficiency across departments.
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining filing systems and implementing effective organizational strategies.
- Resolved conflicts among team members by acting as a mediator and facilitating open communication between all parties involved.
- Implemented robust record-keeping practices that improved the overall organization of physical files and digital records alike.
Office Assistant
Accurate Info Services
03.2008 - 03.2011
- Coordinated office operations to enhance efficiency and streamline communication among team members.
- Managed scheduling for meetings and appointments, ensuring optimal use of resources and time.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, improving document retrieval speed and accuracy.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations, contributing to informed decision-making processes.
- Assisted in financial tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and budget preparation to ensure accuracy.
- Enhanced document management efficiency, digitizing paper records and establishing easy-to-navigate filing system.
- Improved accuracy of meeting minutes, capturing detailed notes and distributing them promptly to relevant stakeholders.
- Input data into spreadsheets and databases.
Lead Teacher
Tiny Tots Christian Academy
03.2004 - 06.2006
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance children's cognitive development.
- Fostered a positive learning environment that encouraged creativity and critical thinking among students.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on classroom management and instructional strategies.
- Collaborated with parents to support children's educational progress and address individual needs.
- Developed and implemented differentiated instruction strategies to accommodate diverse learning styles, resulting in increased student engagement and success.
- Conferred with parents about student progress to boost family involvement and enhance student support.
- Worked one-on-one with students and student teachers to increase overall classroom success.
- Assisted in coordinating school-wide events such as science fairs and literacy nights, enhancing community involvement and support for education initiatives.
Circulation Manager
Clark Summit University
05.1997 - 11.2000
- Oversaw circulation operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and accurate resource distribution.
- Developed staff training programs to enhance service quality and operational efficiency.
- Implemented strategic initiatives that improved user engagement with library resources.
- Coordinated collection development and maintenance to align with academic needs and standards.
- Streamlined workflow processes with the introduction of new technology and procedures, resulting in reduced operational costs.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies to maintain a safe working environment for all employees.
- Collaborated with other departments on cross-functional projects for enhanced organizational synergy and productivity gains.
Education
Master of Science - Education Administration
Clarks Summit University
South Abington TownshipReligious Education - Elementary Education
Blue Water Bible College
St. Thomas ,Virgin IslandsSkills
- Office administration
- Document preparation
- Meeting scheduling
- Proofreading expertise
- Budget planning
- Minute taking
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Multitasking Abilities
- Critical thinking
- Organizational skills
- Excellent communication
- Planning and prioritization
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Conflict resolution
- Scheduling and calendar management
- Office coordination
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Timeline
Secretary Manager
Gospel Baptist Church
12.2021 - Current
Office Assistant
Accurate Info Services
03.2008 - 03.2011
Lead Teacher
Tiny Tots Christian Academy
03.2004 - 06.2006
Circulation Manager
Clark Summit University
05.1997 - 11.2000
Master of Science - Education Administration
Clarks Summit University
Religious Education - Elementary Education
Blue Water Bible College