Candis Gerardo
Admin Assistant/Bookkeeper
Columbia,TN
Summary
- Detail-oriented team player with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
- Proficiency in computer software applications including Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Aeries SMS, Zoom, Illuminate, Screencastify and Google Drive.
- Highly self-motivated, extremely detail oriented and organized.
- Works within time constraints, deadlines, communicates effectively, and corroborates with team members and clients.
- Looking to find a good work life balance and work remotely for a company that values growth and development.
- Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
- Passionate about promoting lasting customer satisfaction by delivering quality service and unparalleled support. Proficient in customer service best practices and related options.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Teacher
SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
Mission Viejo, CA
10.2002 - 06.2022
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Enhanced lessons with smart board technology, iPads and computers to address common core goals.
- Maintained positive classroom environments by reinforcing rules for behavior and relationship-building actions.
- Tracked attendance, assignments, grades and class participation for students on Aeries SMS.
- Managed consistent, learning-focused classroom environments by establishing and communicating clear objectives for students in person, on Zoom and on Google Classroom.
- Worked with parents, administrators and counselors to develop improvement plans for struggling students.
- Designed curriculum, lesson plans and instructional materials for classroom teaching.
- Attended conferences and workshops to keep abreast of professional trends and developments.
- Liaised with teachers to develop cohesive educational plans and improve student support.
- Stood in for classroom teacher during breaks or testing sessions.
- Modified course content and complexity to meet individual and group goals.
Legal Admin Assistant
USAA Insurance Company
Irvine, CA
03.1994 - 07.2001
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Coordinated and scheduled attorney meetings and telephone conferences.
- Composed and revised legal documents, letters, depositions and court documents.
- Timesheet and payroll data entry.
- Mailed and arranged for delivery of legal correspondence to clients, witnesses and court officials.
- Acted as liaison between clients, vendors and attorneys.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
Education
Teaching Credential - Single Subject Teaching Credential K-12
National University
Orange, CA06.2002
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Fullerton
Fullerton, CA05.2001
Some College (No Degree) - Educational Technology
Azusa Pacific University
Orange, CASkills
- Team Building
- Organization Skills
- Interpersonal Skills
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Active Listening
- Microsoft Office
- Customer Service
- Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Flexible Schedule
- Supervision & Leadership
- Good Work Ethic
- Training & Development
- Reliable & Trustworthy
- Critical Thinking
- Social-Emotional Learning training
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Quote
The price of anything is the amount of life you exchange for it.
Henry David Thoreau
Timeline
Teacher
SADDLEBACK VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT
10.2002 - 06.2022
Legal Admin Assistant
USAA Insurance Company
03.1994 - 07.2001
Teaching Credential - Single Subject Teaching Credential K-12
National University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology
California State University Fullerton
Some College (No Degree) - Educational Technology
Azusa Pacific University