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Diane Chavanne

Meriden,CT

Summary

People oriented Front Desk Receptionist with exemplary multitasking, time management and customer service skills . Dependable and quick-learning team player with effective communication and organizational skills. Responsible professional willing to go extra mile to assist others with solving problems.

Contact Information: Diane70806@gmail.com

#516-972-8554

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Polsky, Shouldice & Rosen, LLC
Rockville Centre, NY
04.2022 - 04.2024
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by providing exceptional front desk services and maintaining a professional atmosphere in the reception area; efficiently handling heavy call volume throughout the day.
  • Streamlined appointment scheduling for attorneys, resulting in improved time management and increased productivity.
  • Facilitated effective communication between attorneys, paralegals, and clients by managing phone calls, emails, and messages promptly.
  • Improved accuracy of client information by maintaining up-to-date records in the firm's database system.
  • Assisted paralegals with document production tasks such as copying forms or scanning files into electronic format.

Receptionist

Assisi Veterinary Hospital
Malverne, NY
09.2021 - 11.2023
  • Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
  • Answered large volume of incoming calls daily to resolve customer issues, to order medication refills, order prescription food and schedule appointments for doctors, groomers and kennel staff.
  • Responded to correspondence from insurance companies to verify patient's coverage.
  • Offered ample support to team members with creative solutions to complex challenges regarding scheduling, conflict resolution and medical care.

5th Grade Elementary Teacher

NYC Department Of Education
Corona, NY
09.2004 - 06.2020
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
  • Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
  • Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.

Education

Master of Arts - English

SUNY Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY

Bachelor of Arts - English/ Education

Molloy College
Rockville Centre, NY

Skills

  • Reliable and Punctual
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Courteous and Professional
  • Attention to Detail
  • Computer Proficiency
  • Multitasking and Prioritization
  • Personal Initiative

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Polsky, Shouldice & Rosen, LLC
04.2022 - 04.2024

Receptionist

Assisi Veterinary Hospital
09.2021 - 11.2023

5th Grade Elementary Teacher

NYC Department Of Education
09.2004 - 06.2020

Master of Arts - English

SUNY Stony Brook

Bachelor of Arts - English/ Education

Molloy College
Diane Chavanne