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Danielle Suggs
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Danielle Suggs

Secretary/Reception
Monticello,MS

Work Preference

Job Search Status

Open to work
Desired start date: Open to discussion

Desired Job Title

ReceptionistSecretary's AssistantSecretary

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteRemoteHybrid
Location: Monticello, MS, USBrookhaven, MSMcComb, MSTylertown, MSJayess, MS
Open to relocation: No

Salary Range

$10/hr - $1000/hr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CulturePaid time off

Summary

Diligent receptionist with solid background in managing front desk operations and ensuring smooth visitor experiences. Successfully handled high-volume call management, contributing to efficient office operations. Demonstrated organizational and communication skills to foster welcoming environment.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

High School Teacher

Calvary Christian Academy
Jayess, MS
07.2025 - 05.2026
  • **Target Role Aligned Statements:**
  • Developed engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and student needs.
  • Implemented classroom management strategies to foster a positive learning environment.
  • Evaluated student performance through assessments, providing timely feedback for improvement.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to enhance instructional practices and share resources.
  • Enhanced student engagement by incorporating interactive activities that promote critical thinking.
  • Streamlined communication with parents, improving collaboration on student progress and needs.
  • Adapted teaching methods based on diverse learning styles to support all students.
  • Utilized educational technology tools to enhance lesson delivery and student interaction.

Receptionist

Woolwine Ford
Collins, MS
09.2021 - 11.2022
  • ## Industry-Standard Skills
  • Greeted and welcomed visitors, creating a friendly first impression.
  • Managed phone calls, directing inquiries to appropriate staff members promptly.
  • Organized office supplies and maintained an orderly reception area for efficiency.
  • Handled incoming mail and distributed correspondence to relevant departments daily.
  • Provided clerical support by preparing documents and managing office communications smoothly.
  • Improved visitor experience by maintaining a clean and inviting reception space.
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Resolved customer problems and complaints.
  • Streamlined front desk operations for increased efficiency by effectively managing phone calls, emails, and walk-in clients.
  • Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
  • Answered central telephone system and directed calls accordingly.
  • Maintained a well-organized reception area with updated materials, contributing to a welcoming environment for visitors.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities while managing numerous tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.

Music Minister

Cornerstone Pentecostal Church
Collins, MS
04.2021 - 11.2022
  • Organized and led weekly rehearsals for church choir.
  • Determined worship service music selections to match sermon tone, biblical stories and readings.
  • Led congregation and church choir in song during worship services.
  • Played instruments such as Piano during worship services and special events, including weddings and funerals.
  • Collaborated with other clergy members and staff to plan overall direction based on sermon series and seasonal themes.
  • Selected soloists from church choir to perform solo parts during choral performances.
  • Recruited church members to boost participation in music programs.
  • Updated music library and purchased additional music.
  • Coordinated substitute Minister of Music to fulfill role when unavailable for consistent services.
  • Chose songs and organized materials for every worship service.
  • Planned worship schedules and sequences of events to keep members engaged and active.
  • Selected mix of contemporary and traditional music to meet expectations of congregation.
  • Recruited, equipped and motivated band members for professional accompaniment.
  • Put together lyrics presentations for congregation and performers.
  • Implemented special programs for holiday and church events.
  • Managed audio-visual support for multiple weekly services.
  • Coordinated special event worship times, including camp worship sessions and revivals.
  • Improved choir and praise team performance by directing regular rehearsals.

Church Secretary

Cornerstone Pentecostal Church
Collins, MS
01.2020 - 04.2021
  • Supported work of pastoral staff in running efficient church operations by managing day-to-day clerical needs, including all file management, business correspondence and telephone calls.
  • Prepared bulletins for 60+ weekly attendees.
  • Managed reception desk during week to handle guests' needs and field inquiries for church leaders.
  • Collaborated with technical staff to prepare and post sermon recordings on social media.
  • Handled management of communication to executives by taking and making telephone calls, reviewing and prioritizing mail and composing and typing correspondence.
  • Kept office equipment functional and supplies well-stocked to promote efficient operations.
  • Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Handled all incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
  • Directed customer communication to appropriate department personnel.
  • Answered phone calls by 2nd ring and asked appropriate questions to determine which department or staff member could be of service.
  • Sorted incoming mail and disseminated all correspondence to applicable departments.
  • Proofed and edited letters and other correspondence to correct grammar and spelling errors.
  • Responded to requests for immediate office support, such as data searches, office memo drafts or reference retrievals.
  • Attended meetings and took meticulous notes to disseminate to all participants.
  • Supervised set up of conference rooms for corporate meetings and other events.
  • Exceeded specific team goals by partnering with staff to share and implement best practices.

Daycare Floater

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
Clackamas, OR
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Assisted with the school day activities such as before and after-school supervision and lunch and recess.
  • Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
  • Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
  • Prepared meals, snacks and refreshments while accounting for dietary needs and restrictions.
  • Attended to lunch periods to help children open food packages and monitor activities
  • Enhanced academic, social and emotional learning with use of structured playtime and unstructured free play.
  • Secured indoor and outdoor premises to protect children.
  • Implemented warning and timeout strategies to encourage good behavior.
  • Balanced schedules to promote optimal rest, play and educational periods.
  • Tidied up, washed hands and assisted children in bathroom.
  • Recorded behavior, food and medication dispensing information.

Secretarial Assistant

The Sanctuary of Cleveland TX
Cleveland, TX
06.2018 - 07.2018
  • Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
  • Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.

Secretarial Assistant

The Sanctuary of Cleveland, TX
Cleveland, TX
06.2016 - 07.2016
  • Received and routed incoming calls and correspondence to promote timely communication.
  • Maintained organized filing system of paper and electronic documents.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Texas Bible College
Lufkin, TX
05-2019

Skills

  • Vocal expertise
  • Classroom management
  • Lesson planning
  • Piano experience
  • Team oversight
  • Music leadership
  • Coordinating shows
  • Music editing
  • Pro-Presenter proficiency
  • Supporting artists
  • Improving group sound
  • Ministry experience
  • Filing experience
  • Developing presentations
  • Letter writing
  • Prioritization and time management
  • Confidentiality understanding
  • Inventory purchasing
  • Calendar management
  • Mail management
  • 10-key proficiency
  • Scheduling and calendar management
  • Housekeeping abilities
  • Reading skills
  • Sanitation understanding
  • Basic math
  • Working collaboratively
  • Work ethic
  • Organization skills
  • Time management
  • Telephone skills
  • Data entry
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Scheduling
  • Greeting and seating clients
  • File management
  • Schedule management
  • Mail handling
  • Multi-line telephone operation
  • Document management
  • Typing speed
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Tech-Savvy

Timeline

High School Teacher

Calvary Christian Academy
07.2025 - 05.2026

Receptionist

Woolwine Ford
09.2021 - 11.2022

Music Minister

Cornerstone Pentecostal Church
04.2021 - 11.2022

Church Secretary

Cornerstone Pentecostal Church
01.2020 - 04.2021

Daycare Floater

The Goddard School For Early Childhood Development
07.2019 - 08.2019

Secretarial Assistant

The Sanctuary of Cleveland TX
06.2018 - 07.2018

Secretarial Assistant

The Sanctuary of Cleveland, TX
06.2016 - 07.2016

Bachelor of Arts - Music

Texas Bible College

Education and Training

other

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