Brianna Scott
Woodcliff Lake
Summary
Recent Justice Studies graduate seeking an entry-level paralegal or legal assistant position. Known for professionalism, attention to detail, and a strong work ethic, with a genuine passion for the legal field. Excited to learn, grow, and support attorneys and staff while contributing to a collaborative, client-focused legal team.
Overview
3
3
Languages
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
Loving Touch Nursery School
Woodcliff Lake
09.2020 - Current
- Performed data entry tasks into various computer systems accurately and efficiently.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Greeted visitors, determined their needs and directed them to the appropriate personnel.
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Loving Touch Nursery School
Hillsdale
09.2017 - Current
- Created various strategies to engage students and deliver enriching educational opportunities.
- Planned and implemented activities to stimulate growth in language, motor and social skills.
- Developed age appropriate lesson plans that incorporate creative activities such as art, music, dramatic play and outdoor exploration.
- Collaborated with parents to discuss children's progress and provide support resources.
School Intern
Bergen County Sheriff's Office
Hackensack
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Maintained electronic filing system, ensuring document accuracy and accessibility for team use.
- Supported Lieutenant and Community Outreach with data entry, generating community event ideas and participating in real-life scenarios to improve engagement.
- Supported Civil Processing unit by managing documentation and workflows. with court case closures, banking documentation, filing, and archives maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.
- Contributed to law enforcement operations by providing documentation and administrative support that enhanced public safety awareness.
Intern
Bergen County Jail
Hackensack
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Oversee legal research in the facility library and discovery.
- Ensured compliance with security and privacy protocols to facilitate inmate access to legal resources.
- Performed data entry and managed inmate records to maintain accurate documentation.
- Observed medical and intake procedures to understand and improve correctional facility operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
Montclair State University
Montclair, NJ05-2025
High School Diploma -
Pascack Hills Highschool
Montvale, NJ06-2021
Skills
- Data entry and management
- Document management
- Record keeping and confidentiality
- Office administration
- Record keeping
- Team collaboration
- Customer service
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited
Korean
Limited
Timeline
School Intern
Bergen County Sheriff's Office
01.2025 - 05.2025
Intern
Bergen County Jail
01.2025 - 05.2025
Office Assistant
Loving Touch Nursery School
09.2020 - Current
Lead Teacher, Toddler Room
Loving Touch Nursery School
09.2017 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Justice Studies
Montclair State University
High School Diploma -
Pascack Hills Highschool