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Cheri Hillebrandt

Ragley,LA, USA

Summary

Results-driven and detail-oriented professional with a track record of enhancing operations and problem-solving. Skilled in cultivating strong relationships with key stakeholders, customers, and team members to drive company objectives forward. Equipped to apply training and expertise towards tackling fresh professional challenges. Committed and dedicated to fostering personal growth and confidence through motivational training and skill development. Utilizes hands-on leadership and example-based instruction to instill trust and ensure activity safety. Advocates for transparent communication within teams to establish clear goals and promote a culture of excellence. Possessing adept analytical, communication, and teamwork abilities, with a demonstrated capacity to adapt swiftly to new environments. Enthusiastic about contributing to team achievements and expanding professional capabilities. Brings a energetic can-do attitude and a passionate dedication to continuous learning and advancement.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Elementary School Teacher

Hackberry High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Taught core subject of science to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade classes.
  • Created and presented clever lessons to engage students and focus on core subjects necessary for personal and academic growth.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest in learning through hands-on activities and field trips.
  • Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
  • Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
  • Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
  • Directed class discussions to spark conversation about key concepts, complex problems and overarching themes.
  • Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
  • Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum for Elementary Physical Education.
  • Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers and administrative staff.
  • Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level and encouraging higher standardized testing scores.

Head Softball Coach

Hackberry High School
08.2022 - Current
  • Conferred with assistant coaches to determine weaknesses in current team roster and develop recruitment plans.
  • Evaluated individual knowledge, skills and strengths and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
  • Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
  • Participated in fundraising events, helping team bring in funds to pay for travel and other expenses.
  • Monitored team members' academic performance to support consistent progress and commitment to education.
  • Monitored athletes during events and practice to quickly identify injuries.
  • Mentored beginner players to foster sense of healthy competition and confidence prior to focusing on skill-building.
  • Increased overall team proficiency by using educational drills and activities.
  • Boosted performance of individual athletes by devising strategic personal training programs.
  • Promoted stretching, mobility work and proper form to help athletes safely build strength.
  • Incorporating technological resources to increase pitch recognition, on base percentage, and batting averages of up to 10%.

Administrative Assistance

Apache Industrial Services
03.2017 - 08.2022
  • Provide administrative support for operations and administrative purchases.
  • Point of contact for vendors requesting information, including quotes, technical information, orders, etc.
  • Job cost tracking and billing.
  • Receive requisition orders from 32 different site locations and distribute purchase orders to vendors.
  • Manage account payables and receivables.
  • Update cost and billing sheets for operations and clients.
  • Maintain files of booked, open, and shipped orders.
  • Manage travel arrangements for management.
  • Manage office staff members including aiding, support, and guidance to insure efficient and effective work.
  • Helped successfully executed over 500 million dollars of revenue.

Inside Sales

ControlWorx
04.2016 - 03.2017
  • Developed strategic relationships with existing customers by learning preferences and managing regular communications.
  • Provide general administrative support and office management support.
  • Prepare purchase order, packing slip, sales order for company records.
  • Manage job cost tracking and billing.
  • Manage account payables and receivables.
  • Perform all purchases needed for area location.
  • Prepare and send invoices to Clients.

Billing/ Payroll Clerk

Furmanite
01.2016 - 04.2016
  • Receive, enter, and calculate payroll for several regions.
  • Create job folders for work being provided.
  • Price out job sheets received.
  • Bill clients based on job sheets received.
  • Follow up with clients on invoices, etc.
  • Assist in collections.
  • Communicate with regional managers for payroll and billing-related issues.
  • Run, analyze, and clean up WIP reports.
  • Assist other administration with billing, etc as needed.

Accounting/ Office Manager

Dufrene and Company, LLC
01.2012 - 01.2015
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Provide general administrative support to owner and salesperson.
  • Point of contact for clients requesting information; including quotes, technical information, orders, etc.
  • Quote distributors on special quote forms using special formulas.
  • Receive and process purchase orders from distributors.
  • Prepare purchase order, packing slip and sales orders.
  • Manage account payables and receivables of over $100,000 monthly.
  • Receive and record invoice from vendors.
  • Prepare and send invoices to distributors.
  • Record and make deposits as well as call or email reminding vendors of pass due invoices.
  • Update cost sheets and information sheets.
  • Maintain files of booked, open, and shipped orders.
  • Manage travel arrangements and owners personal matters.

Turnaround HR Assistant

Excel Scaffolding
01.2012 - 03.2012
  • Management of hiring location processing over 20 applications daily while assisting with remote hiring.
  • Performed internal and external audits and research and administrative reviews of programs and plans to support HR administration.
  • Schedule and verify results for pre-employment drug tests.
  • Processed and verify results for pre-employment background checks.
  • Schedule potential and current employees for required safety council classes.
  • Request employee ID number from company's corporate office.
  • Assist in processing random drug test for current employees.
  • Assist in calculating employee time worked for payroll.
  • Check-in, sort, and distribute payroll checks.
  • Manage onsite employee list.
  • Received absenteeism calls from employees and distribute to supervisors accordingly.
  • Responsible for sending valuable and confidential documents to company's corporate office.

Sales/Office Assistant

Elite Services
01.2008 - 12.2011
  • Serve as first point of contact for customers calling or visiting office.
  • Increased company sales of granite, floors, and insulation to various customers.
  • Developed estimates and invoices for customers.
  • Responsible for collecting payments ranging from $50 to $100,000.
  • Coordinate between multiple parties to schedule appointments, jobs, etc.
  • Establish and maintain great customer relations and assist in customer problem solving.

Education

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
05-2024

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
12-2011

Bachelor of Science - Finance

McNeese State University
Lake Charles, LA
12-2011

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Louisiana State University At Eunice
Eunice, LA
12-2009

Skills

  • Human resources management
  • Talent management
  • Compensation/payroll management
  • Personnel records management
  • Enhancing motivation strategies
  • Program management
  • Proactive injury mitigation strategies
  • Competence in financial software applications
  • Account reconciliation
  • Data analysis and processing
  • Administrative operations support

Interests

  • Embracing outdoor adventures such as fishing and hunting
  • Exploring famous landmarks, historical sites, and cultural attractions in a new destination
  • Participate in various sports activities for physical activity, camaraderie, and personal growth
  • Growing herbs, vegetables, or fruits in home gardens
  • Learning new cooking techniques and expanding my culinary skills
  • Supporting STEM education initiatives and mentorship programs
  • Enjoy sharing my passion for sports, athletics and love for the outdoors

Timeline

Elementary School Teacher

Hackberry High School
08.2022 - Current

Head Softball Coach

Hackberry High School
08.2022 - Current

Administrative Assistance

Apache Industrial Services
03.2017 - 08.2022

Inside Sales

ControlWorx
04.2016 - 03.2017

Billing/ Payroll Clerk

Furmanite
01.2016 - 04.2016

Accounting/ Office Manager

Dufrene and Company, LLC
01.2012 - 01.2015

Turnaround HR Assistant

Excel Scaffolding
01.2012 - 03.2012

Sales/Office Assistant

Elite Services
01.2008 - 12.2011

Master of Arts - Elementary Education

McNeese State University

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

McNeese State University

Bachelor of Science - Finance

McNeese State University

Associate of Arts - General Studies

Louisiana State University At Eunice

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