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Astrid Lopez

Princeton,NJ

Summary

Dynamic educator and administrative professional with a proven track record at Ewing Public Schools, enhancing classroom engagement and optimizing student growth. Skilled in classroom organization and parent-teacher communication, I excel in creating supportive learning environments and fostering team collaboration. Demonstrated ability to improve academic performance through innovative teaching strategies and effective problem-solving.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Language

Work History

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Ewing Public Schools
04.2022 - Current
  • Supported lead teacher in managing classroom activities for optimal student engagement and growth.
  • Prepared instructional materials, including visual aids, hands-on resources, and multimedia tools, to support teaching objectives effectively.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction for struggling students, improving their overall performance in the classroom.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement strategies to promote good behavior and foster a supportive learning atmosphere.
  • Played games with students to increase understanding of subjects.
  • Established strong rapport with parents through regular communication regarding their child''s academic achievements and areas for improvement.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to gain new insights into best practices for early childhood education.
  • Graded and provided feedback on assignments.
  • Provided Spanish/English translation when needed.

Home Tutor

Self-employeed
01.2012 - 07.2022
  • Helped students prepare for tests and exams by providing guidance, motivation, and encouragement.
  • Developed parent and student relationships by offering interactive assignments for students and parents.
  • Created lesson plans, review worksheets and practice tests to prepare students for weekly tests and quizzes.
  • Communicated with parents and teachers on students' progress.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Reviewed materials assigned by students' teachers to aid students in successfully completing homework.
  • Reviewed class materials with students by discussing text, working out solutions to problems and reviewing worksheets or other assignments.
  • Worked one-on-one with 2 students in core subjects.
  • Worked with students in home environments to provide educational support.
  • Supported teacher instruction, thoroughly discussing concepts, and designing custom practice questions.
  • Used flashcards and other techniques to test and improve memory through practiced information retrieval.
  • Assisted parents in developing effective learning strategies, resulting in improved academic performance for their children.
  • Maintained open lines of communication with parents regarding their child''s progress and any concerns or challenges encountered during the tutoring process.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.

Front Desk Receptionist

Strive Physical Therapy
10.2021 - 06.2022
  • Greeted guests at front desk and engaged in pleasant conversations while managing check-in process.
  • Maintained organized and clean front office area to create professional and welcoming environment for visitors and employees.
  • Scheduled, coordinated and confirmed appointments and meetings.
  • Delivered outstanding first impressions by warmly greeting visitors upon arrival at the front desk.
  • Managed high-volume phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate personnel for prompt resolution.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and transferred callers to appropriate department or staff member.
  • Collected room deposits, fees, and payments.
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing efficient and professional front desk services.
  • Scheduled appointments accurately using reservation software, reducing conflicts or doublebookings.
  • Supported administrative tasks such as filing, data entry, and document preparation for more efficient office workflow.
  • Handled sensitive customer information with confidentiality, adhering to company privacy guidelines.
  • Developed strong working relationships with team members, fostering a positive work environment.
  • Completed data entry and filing to keep records updated for easy retrieval.
  • Expedited check-in and check-out procedures for guests, ensuring seamless experiences during their visits.
  • Answered multi-line phone system to respond to inquiries and transfer calls to correct departments and personnel.
  • Increased guest retention by maintaining a welcoming and organized reception area.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive data to protect customer and business information.
  • Confirmed important personal and payment information for compliance with security and payment card industry standards.
  • Maintained accurate records of visitor logs for security purposes and compliance with company policies.
  • Boosted staff morale through effective teamwork and clear communication amongst colleagues in various departments.
  • Welcomed customers with friendly greeting, answered general questions, gathered nature of visit and directed to specific offices.
  • Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
  • Organized, maintained and updated information in computer databases.
  • Handled assignments independently with good judgement and critical thinking skills.
  • Collected and distributed messages to team members and managers to support open communication and high customer service.
  • Monitored and screened visitors to verify accessibility to inter-office personnel.
  • Balanced employee availability, customer schedules, and maximum load levels when scheduling appointments.
  • Provided translation with English/Spanish when necessary for patients/customers.

Secretary

Ewing Public Schools
11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly, maintaining confidentiality when managing personnel files or financial data.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to parents.
  • Provided clerical support to Assistant Principal by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by providing support to colleagues when needed in various tasks or projects.
  • Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
  • Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.

Education

No Degree - Child Development

Rutgers University
New Brunswick, NJ

Skills

  • Classroom Organization
  • Parent-Teacher Communication
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Classroom Safety
  • Oral communication
  • Small Group Instruction
  • Problem-Solving
  • Attention to Detail
  • Multitasking
  • Reliability
  • Excellent Communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Organizational Skills
  • Active Listening
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
  • Communicating with Parents and Teachers
  • Supervising Classroom Activities
  • Professionalism

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-SiteRemote

Important To Me

Paid time off401k matchWork from home optionPaid sick leaveHealthcare benefitsWork-life balanceCareer advancement

Timeline

Kindergarten Paraprofessional

Ewing Public Schools
04.2022 - Current

Secretary

Ewing Public Schools
11.2021 - 03.2022

Front Desk Receptionist

Strive Physical Therapy
10.2021 - 06.2022

Home Tutor

Self-employeed
01.2012 - 07.2022

No Degree - Child Development

Rutgers University

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