Destiny Fergus
Racine
Summary
Motivated and compassionate professional with a B.A. in Sociology and certifications in Social Justice and Child & Family Advocacy. Committed to advocating for women and children through trauma-informed services, administrative excellence, and impactful community outreach. Extensive experience in legal systems, early childhood education, and program coordination enhances the capacity to drive meaningful change. Passionate about pursuing justice and dedicated to uplifting vulnerable populations through targeted support and advocacy initiatives.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant
Saint Catherine Catholic Schools of Racine
07.2023 - Current
- Provide executive-level support to the President and Chief of Operations.
- Manage communications, budgets and expenses, Board Meetings and minutes, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
- Organize district-wide events, capital projects, and internal initiatives.
- Coordinated executive schedules, ensuring efficient time management and prioritization of key appointments.
- Assisted in preparing meeting agendas and materials, facilitating productive discussions and decision-making processes.
- Developed and maintained filing systems, ensuring easy access to important documents and records.
Support Clerk
Racine County
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Managed case files, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
- Assisted attorneys in preparing legal documents and correspondence.
- Coordinated scheduling of court dates and meetings with clients.
- Facilitated communication between legal teams and external stakeholders.
- Collaborated with team members on complex cases to ensure comprehensive legal support was provided at all times.
- Demonstrated flexibility in adapting to changes in caseloads or attorney assignments as needed.
Court Clerk
Racine County
01.2020 - 06.2022
- Processed legal documents and maintained accurate court records for efficient case management.
- Assisted judges with trial preparation by organizing case files and ensuring timely access to information.
- Coordinated communication between court staff, attorneys, and the public to facilitate smooth operations.
- Developed standardized procedures for managing evidence submissions, enhancing accuracy in tracking cases.
- Provided assistance to attorneys and court personnel in courtroom
- Maintained court dockets and updated disposition of cases after court hearings and trials.
- Increased court efficiency by processing legal documents and maintaining accurate case records.
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
08.2018 - 01.2020
- Designed and implemented age-appropriate curriculum fostering social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Collaborated with parents to enhance student learning experiences through effective communication and support.
- Assessed student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans to meet diverse learning needs.
- Organized engaging activities that promoted creativity, critical thinking, and collaboration among students.
- Maintained a safe and inclusive classroom environment by enforcing behavioral guidelines consistently.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminal Justice minor
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
Kenosha, WI01-2026
Skills
- Trauma-informed communication
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Canva and content creation
- Report writing and research
- Event coordination and scheduling
- Multitasking and time management
- Basic SPSS and data analysis
- Executive support
- Administrative support
- Meticulous attention to detail
Relevant Coursework
Marriage and Family | Family Violence | Victimology | Deviant Behavior | Gender and Society | Race, Crime, and Law | Corrections | Police and Society | Sociological Theory | Research Methods | Report Writing
Timeline
Executive Assistant
Saint Catherine Catholic Schools of Racine
07.2023 - Current
Support Clerk
Racine County
06.2022 - 07.2023
Court Clerk
Racine County
01.2020 - 06.2022
Preschool Teacher
Bright Horizons
08.2018 - 01.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology, Criminal Justice minor
University of Wisconsin-Parkside
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