Cheryl Barnhardt
Old Bridge
Summary
Results-driven secretary with expertise in event coordination, customer service, and communication. Proven ability to enhance operational efficiency and support student learning through attention to detail and empathetic engagement.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Secretary
Sayreville Board of Education
Sayreville, NJ
09.2022 - Current
- Coordinated event scheduling for school activities and outside organizations to optimize facility usage.
- Developed comprehensive meeting agenda for distribution to business office prior to board meeting.
- Welcomed visitors and customers with professionalism, offering knowledgeable assistance.
- Coordinated interview schedules to enhance candidate selection efficiency.
- Facilitated effective communication by answering multi-line phone system and warmly welcoming callers.
- Scheduled and facilitated site visits to support event planning for various organizations.
- Drafted and finalized professional correspondence, including memos, letters, and emails, ensuring precision and prompt delivery.
Paraprofessional
Sayreville Board of Education
Sayreville, NJ
09.2021 - 06.2022
- Supported classroom activities by assisting teachers with lesson plans and instructional materials.
- Facilitated small group sessions to reinforce learning objectives and promote student engagement.
- Monitored student behavior and provided guidance, fostering a positive learning environment.
- Provided support during classroom transitions, ensuring safety and minimizing disruptions.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Implemented behavior management techniques effectively to maintain a structured learning environment conducive to student success.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Prepared instruction materials, constructed bulletin boards, and set up work areas.
- Assisted classroom teacher in supervising snack time and indoor and outdoor play.
Lunch Aide
Old Bridge Board Of Education
Old Bridge, NJ
09.2014 - 03.2020
- Supervised lunchroom activities to ensure a safe and orderly environment for students.
- Assisted in food distribution, maintaining hygiene standards during meal service.
- Monitored student behavior, intervening as necessary to promote positive interactions.
- Collaborated with staff to develop strategies for efficient lunch service operations.
- Trained new aides on safety procedures and operational guidelines within the lunchroom.
- Organized students entering cafeteria into various food lines to keep groups flowing smoothly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bayonne High School
Bayonne, NJ06-1992
Skills
- Customer service
- Verbal and written communication
- Office administration
- Organization
- Empathy and patience
- Child supervision
- Food safety
- Food handling
- Behavior management
- Effective communication
- Helping students with special needs
- Small group and individual assistance
Timeline
Secretary
Sayreville Board of Education
09.2022 - Current
Paraprofessional
Sayreville Board of Education
09.2021 - 06.2022
Lunch Aide
Old Bridge Board Of Education
09.2014 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Bayonne High School