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Candice Bucklen

Candice Bucklen

Atlanta,GA

Summary

Detail-oriented administrative professional with strengths in records management and task prioritization. Proven ability to coordinate high-level meetings and maintain effective communication in educational environments.

Overview

22
22
years of professional experience

Work History

Limited-Term Administrative Assistant

Georgia State University Perimeter College
Atlanta, GA
01.2022 - Current
  • Manages administrative tasks, including document preparation, records management, and essential communications for academics.
  • Manages office inventory, procures supplies, and maintains departmental equipment.
  • Serves as the primary point of contact, handling inquiries, and directing communications to ensure maximum efficiency.
  • Coordinates the efficient management of all incoming and outgoing departmental mail and packages.
  • Maintains organized filing systems for immediate access to sensitive information.
  • Executes thorough research and retrieval of essential information through physical and digital databases to support departmental requirements.
  • Facilitates and strategically schedules high-level meetings and appointments using Microsoft Outlook and Cisco WebEx platforms.
  • Maintains professional and timely communication with faculty, staff, and external partners via Microsoft Outlook and Teams.

Substitute Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
01.2020 - 05.2020
  • Implemented prepared lesson plans to maintain classroom continuity.
  • Uphold class discipline standards to keep students on-task.
  • Used course materials to teach lessons planned by absent teacher.
  • Modeled collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills to help students deal with challenging situations.
  • Supported other teachers in classrooms and in common areas.
  • Left detailed notes to notify classroom teachers of student progress.

Front Office Volunteer

Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Checked in students arriving late to school.
  • Routed incoming calls to necessary staff members and departments.
  • Updates and filed student permanent records as well as purged outdated files and records.
  • Assisted front office personnel with student registration and withdrawals.
  • Supported principal's administrative assistant, front office clerk and other school personnel.
  • Assisted with additional tasks to keep projects on-task and meet tight deadlines.

Special Education Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
07.2016 - 05.2019
  • Planned lessons and provided direct instruction, small group and individual lessons for students.
  • Developed Individualized Educational Plans (I.E.P.) goals and objectives with supporting documentation.
  • Assessed and evaluated student work and progress to monitor challenges in academic performance, behavior, social development, and physical health.
  • Consulted with school faculty and administration to support students in integrated settings.
  • Collaborated with parents, faculty, and administrators to address students' behavioral challenges and academic difficulties.
  • Scheduled parent conferences to discuss student progress, evaluate priorities, and identify resource needs.

Special Education Paraprofessional

Atlanta Public Schools
Atlanta, GA
09.2003 - 05.2016
  • Supported efforts to help students develop social skills through modeling and community integration.
  • Managed students' adaptive equipment, keeping each in good condition with careful operation.
  • Managed students' personal needs, including lifting, feeding, and toileting.
  • Supervised students in cafeterias, schoolyards, and other non-classroom environments.
  • Assisted students with developing sensory-motor skills, language abilities, and memory through special exercises.
  • Impacted student behavior through positive reinforcement and effective modeling strategies.

Education

Administrative Professional Certificate -

Georgia State University: Perimeter College
Atlanta, Georgia
05-2022

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Clark Atlanta University
Atlanta, Ga
05-2003

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Georgia State University Perimeter College
Clarkston, GA

Skills

  • Document and schedule management
  • Prioritization of tasks and time
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365
  • Effective written communication
  • ICollege system knowledge
  • Listserv management skills
  • Cisco WebEx operations
  • Event organization

Training

  • Listserv, 01/01/22
  • WebEx, 02/01/22
  • ICollege, 02/01/22
  • Banner, 03/01/22

Timeline

Limited-Term Administrative Assistant

Georgia State University Perimeter College
01.2022 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
01.2020 - 05.2020

Front Office Volunteer

Atlanta Public Schools
09.2019 - 12.2019

Special Education Teacher

Atlanta Public Schools
07.2016 - 05.2019

Special Education Paraprofessional

Atlanta Public Schools
09.2003 - 05.2016

Administrative Professional Certificate -

Georgia State University: Perimeter College

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Clark Atlanta University

Associate of Science - Computer Science

Georgia State University Perimeter College

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