Ebony Appling
Atlanta,GA
Summary
Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Manager
Drew Charter School
Atlanta, GA
07.2024 - Current
- Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
- Trained employees in company and regulatory compliance requirements to promote conformance.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
Administrative Assistant
Drew Charter School
Atlanta, GA
06.2023 - 07.2024
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings, including room reservations, catering, and technical setup, for seamless execution.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
Secretary
Drew Charter School
Atlanta, GA
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Created and maintained a welcoming and efficient front desk that is organized and professional.
- Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
- Issued tardy slips and record student attendance in Infinite Campus according to school policy and by the daily deadline established by Atlanta Public Schools.
- Ordered general office supplies and other specialty items such as butcher paper, laminate film, business cards, etc. as needed.
- Performed and created a more efficient workspace by proactively anticipating department needs with Principal and Dean of Students.
Manager of Operations and School Services
Resurgence Hall Charter School
East Point, Georgia
11.2020 - 08.2022
- Executed on systems and procedures to ensure seamless execution of all school operations each day, including, but not limited to, school food set up and distribution, emergency plans, facility maintenance and upkeep; and supply and asset inventory and maintenance (technology, books, classroom supplies, etc);
- Supported schoolwide and grade level initiatives such as Parent University Nights, Spread the Love Week, Black History Month, 100th Day of School, Awards Ceremony, Storybook Character Day, Read Across America, Spring Fling, March Madness, etc.;
- Supported school wide initiatives such as weekend recruitment events, evening parent workshops, and other events with advanced notice outside of regular work week and hours;
Abstinence and Youth Development Coordinator
Carrollton Housing Authority
Carrollton, Georgia
10.2018 - 11.2020
- Practiced group counseling methods for youths to learn how to constructively express, manage, and resolve issues.
- Planned and implemented wide-ranging programs, encapsulated learnings, and fielded inspirational guest speakers.
- Organized and managed sensitive data input in over 12 excel spreadsheets, retrieving and delivering information quarterly.
- Understood and navigated processes for obtaining state and federal grants aiding in financial support of youth development programs.
- Held regular meetings with parents and teachers to discuss progress or regress of child's schooling, general behavior and specific issues.
Education
Bachelors of Science - Sociology
University of West Georgia
Carrollton, Georgia12-2019
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University
Minneapolis, MN09-2025
Skills
- Staff Scheduling
- Administrative Management
- Spreadsheet Development
- Social-Emotional Learning training
- Database and Client Management Systems
Timeline
Administrative Manager
Drew Charter School
07.2024 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Drew Charter School
06.2023 - 07.2024
Secretary
Drew Charter School
08.2022 - 05.2023
Manager of Operations and School Services
Resurgence Hall Charter School
11.2020 - 08.2022
Abstinence and Youth Development Coordinator
Carrollton Housing Authority
10.2018 - 11.2020
Bachelors of Science - Sociology
University of West Georgia
Master of Science - Human Services
Capella University