Carolina Manzanares
Houston
Summary
With over 10 years of experience in administrative assistant and IT support roles, my strong bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish (both written and verbal) sets me apart. I have expertise in various technology and computer programs, including Excel and Microsoft Word. As I explore the requirements of the administrative assistant position, I am confident in my ability to bring a diverse set of skills to the table. Throughout my career in an office setting, I have progressed from a teacher assistant to an administrative assistant while also handling IT responsibilities. This growth is attributed to my unwavering work ethic and adaptability. Recognizing the importance of teamwork as a key driver of success, I am committed to making effective contributions within any organization.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Coordinator/Mobile Market Manager
Homemade Hope for Homeless Children
11.2021 - 09.2024
- Handled communication with partnership organizations.
- Lead teacher to HH cooking classes.
- Organized all holiday events.
- Lead the HH summer program with a group of 25 kids.
- Organized inventory.
- Created lessons plans.
- Created recipes
- Also, worked along side Urban Harvest farmers market.
- Would cook healthy samples and advise the community about healthy eating.
- Attended regular meetings with team members to discuss progress updates, address challenges, and brainstorm solutions. .
- Organized events and workshops to engage participants, enhancing their learning experience within the program.
- Developed marketing materials to promote program offerings, increasing awareness and participation rates among target audiences.
- Managed budgets and resources for successful execution of multiple programs simultaneously.
Legal Assistant
Ceja Law Firm
01.2021 - 04.2021
- Handled office scheduling and made notes for deadlines, motions, and other important dates.
- Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and promptly addressing inquiries.
- Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.
- Reduced errors in court filings by meticulously proofreading documents for accuracy before submission.
- Streamlined administrative processes for better efficiency in handling caseloads, reducing paperwork backlog, and ensuring timely completion of tasks.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Communicated pertinent information to clients via phone, email, and mail.
Office Assistant
Motridal America INC.
04.2019 - 10.2019
- Assisted sales operation manager
- Assisted production supervisor
- Handled Accounts Payable
- Distributed mail
- Answered incoming calls, made calls to client
- Worked with excel spreadsheets
- Kept up with all accounting, scanned invoices and all receipts
- Worked with QuickBooks
- Assisted with manufacturing projects
- Translation for website
Administrative Assistant
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church/School
03.2015 - 01.2017
- Assisted Director of Development
- Did school and parish mailings
- Assisted with website edits
- Help publish monthly parish newsletters
- Helped with school and parish fundraising
- Kept up with all accounting from fundraising events
IT
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church/School
03.2013 - 01.2017
- Responsible for setting up all new PCs, laptops, Kindle Fires, ELMO, projectors, and SMART Technology
- Assisted with installing ARUBA WIFI
- Ensured school students were set up with Office 365
- Worked with Windows server 2012
- Worked with Windows 8-10 software
- Provided hands on assistance with any other technical issues that arose throughout the school year
- Upgraded a whole computer lab from rewiring Ethernet to POE switch adding ARUBA, new PCs wired and wireless
Teacher Aide
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School
03.2013 - 03.2015
- Assisted teacher with classroom
- Helped maintain a safe environment
- Lead classroom when teacher was unavailable
- Assisted with school spring play 2015
- Helped coach softball team
Child Care Giver
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School
01.2009 - 03.2013
- Ensured a safe environment was maintained for children
- Helped toddlers with basic curriculum such as ABC’s, numbers, and sign language
Education
Windows 10 Certification Classes -
New Horizon Technology School
Houston, TX02.2016
North Harris College
Houston, TX05.2007
High School Diploma -
MacArthur High School
Houston, TX05.2006
Skills
- QuickBooks
- Office 365
- Excel
- Word
- Constant Contact
- Publisher
- Windows Server 2012
- Excellent multi-tasker
- People person
Projects
Annual Fund, Annual School Fundraiser established to assist our non-profit school for expenses such as new technology, school maintenance, and for families in need of tuition assistance.
Timeline
Program Coordinator/Mobile Market Manager
Homemade Hope for Homeless Children
11.2021 - 09.2024
Legal Assistant
Ceja Law Firm
01.2021 - 04.2021
Office Assistant
Motridal America INC.
04.2019 - 10.2019
Administrative Assistant
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church/School
03.2015 - 01.2017
IT
St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church/School
03.2013 - 01.2017
Teacher Aide
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School
03.2013 - 03.2015
Child Care Giver
St. Rose of Lima Catholic School
01.2009 - 03.2013
Windows 10 Certification Classes -
New Horizon Technology School
North Harris College
High School Diploma -
MacArthur High School
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