Asma Elakari
Administrative Assistant
Springfield ,VA
Summary
Administrative professional with expertise in logistics coordination and inventory management. Proven track record in process improvement and project management. Strong communication and planning skills, with advanced knowledge of FOCUS, SEA STARS, and MyTime. Focused on fostering collaboration and achieving measurable results.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant I
Fairfax County Public Schools
04.2024 - Current
- Utilized FOCUS to process accounting transactions, manage grants, pay invoices, and execute budget transfers.
- Created shopping carts in FOCUS and processed purchases using P-Card efficiently. Enhanced workflow efficiency, and enabled data-driven decision-making through monthly reports.
- Reviewed FMRs monthly to verify the accuracy of payments and MyTime.
- Compile MyTime reports for auditing purposes.
- Developed the SEA-STARS report to improve service tracking processes and help schools across the county resolve their compensatory hours.
- Enhanced workflow efficiency and enabled data-driven decision-making through monthly reports.
- Coordinated and managed COVID-19 logistics.
- Facilitated compensatory service delivery for students with IEPs, ensuring compliance with FAPE guidelines.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with school sites, service providers, and families to monitor services.
- Managed execution of Saturday Academy and summer school programs.
- Served as liaison between project administrators and school staff to implement compensatory education plans.
- Provided ongoing administrative support to the administrative team, driving organizational success through the management of daily operations and special projects.
- Manage meeting logistics using Outlook, with Zoom links and reserved rooms for events.
Office Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2022 - 04.2024
- Created a cross-training program to streamline front office operations.
- Managed attendance records, substitute scheduling, and SIS updates.
- Managed time and attendance for staff and students.
- Scheduled substitutes and managed planning days.
- Maintained SIS data and building-wide master calendars.
- Drafted weekly communication for school newsletters and social media.
- Coordinated logistics for picture days and promotion ceremonies.
- Handled front desk inquiries, correspondence, and administrative tasks.
Instructional Assistant
Fairfax County Public Schools
10.2015 - 08.2022
- Delivered small group instruction in math and reading.
- Supported co-teaching models in both general and special education.
Substitute Teacher
Fairfax County Public Schools
09.2014 - 10.2015
Dental Implant Plan Coordinator
Oral Maxillofacial Clinic
10.2010 - 07.2014
- Led staff training, ensured compliance, and redesigned inventory processes to reduce waste.
- Achieved 99% Board of Health rating through safety program implementation.
Education
Fellowship in Oral Maxillo-Facial Surgery - Dental Surgery
06-2001
Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) - Dental Surgery
06-2000
Skills
- Focus expertise
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Google applications proficiency
- Organizational skills
- Multitasking ability
- Relationship management
- Attention to detail
- Effective communication
- Pressure handling and deadline management
Affiliations
- Hiking
- Cooking
- Family time
Accomplishments
- Seven Competencies Strong Cohort 2025
- Outstanding Operational Employee 2020-2021
Languages
Russian
Professional
Arabic
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Administrative Assistant I - Fairfax County Public Schools
04.2024 - Current
Office Assistant - Fairfax County Public Schools
08.2022 - 04.2024
Instructional Assistant - Fairfax County Public Schools
10.2015 - 08.2022
Substitute Teacher - Fairfax County Public Schools
09.2014 - 10.2015
Dental Implant Plan Coordinator - Oral Maxillofacial Clinic
10.2010 - 07.2014
Pavlov State Medical University - Fellowship in Oral Maxillo-Facial Surgery, Dental Surgery
Pavlov State Medical University - Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), Dental Surgery
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