Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
Timeline
Teacher

Bethany McFarland

Bel Air,MD

Summary

Dedicated administrative professional with successful experience in fast-paced office settings. Hardworking team player with expertise in completing various clerical tasks and offering staff support. Responsible, punctual and productive professional when working with little to no supervision.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate

Work History

Office Administrative Assistant

The Goddard School Of Bel Air
06.2023 - Current
  • Responded to inquiries from 20- 30 callers a day seeking information.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing, and filing documents.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.
  • Created and updated records and files to maintain document compliance.
  • Created and updated physical records and digital files to maintain current, accurate, and compliant documentation.
  • Set up conference rooms, technology, and materials to facilitate meetings.
  • Conducted research to assist with routine tasks and special projects.
  • Identified communication channels to set roadmap to distribute information.
  • Authored business documents to organize and emphasize information quickly and effectively.
  • Routed business correspondence, documents, and messages to correct departments and staff members.
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations.

Lead Teacher

The Goddard School Of Bel Air
12.2018 - Current
  • Planned and implemented different daily activities to enhance overall development and growth of every student.
  • Communicated frequently with parents about student growth and progress, recommending at-home reinforcement to support struggling students.
  • Maintained patience and level-headedness in diverse situations to support student development and personal growth.
  • Organized rooms in line with current educational thinking to maximize educational opportunities for students.
  • Designed lesson plans for teaching staff and worked closely with administration for compliance with state curricula.
  • Guided student teachers and teaching aides in classroom management, leading by example and thoroughly answering questions.
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms of 20 children, aged 3, by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors.
  • Collaborated with teachers, parents and administrators to facilitate positive outcomes for students.

Education

High School Diploma -

Bel Air High School
Bel Air, MD
05.2003

Skills

  • Office Equipment Operation
  • Executive Management Support
  • Employee Communications, Staff Orientation and Training
  • Customer Relations and Communications
  • Administrative Procedures, Organizing and Categorizing Data, Telephone Reception
  • Multitasking and Time Management
  • Microsoft Office
  • Schedule Management
  • State Certification and Accreditation
  • Performance Improvement
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Conflict Resolution Techniques
  • Communication and Interpersonal Skills, Effective Listening
  • Child CPR and First Aid

Accomplishments

- Won "Circle of Excellence" at Goddard 2023

- Won "Leadership Award" at Goddard 2022

- Won "Classroom of the Year" at Goddard 2019

- Won "Dynamic Duo" at Goddard 2019

- Achieved "Maryland Excels" Jan. 2022 - Jan. 2023

- Achieved "Maryland Accreditation" April 2020 - April 2023

-Achieved "Maryland State Child Care Association" Jan. 2020 - Jan. 2021

- Achieved "Let's Move! Childcare" Jan. 2020 - Jan. 2022

- Targeted Development - Met with parents and guardians to discuss children's progress and to determine strategies and resources needed.

- Supervised team of 30 staff members while simultaneously performing administrative duties.




Certification

- Level 4+ Credential 2018 - 2023

- Microsoft Office Specialist: Excel (Office 2016)

- Microsoft Office Specialist: Word (Office 2016)

Timeline

Office Administrative Assistant

The Goddard School Of Bel Air
06.2023 - Current

Lead Teacher

The Goddard School Of Bel Air
12.2018 - Current

High School Diploma -

Bel Air High School
Bethany McFarland