Elsa Kydes
Norwalk,Connecticut
Summary
At this stage in life, I am looking for a part-time job.
Would like to work with children again.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Account Executive
International Exposition Company
Westport, CT
06.2002 - Current
- Managed sales cycle to maintain solid customer base.
- Mastered and constantly improved sales prospecting and follow-up.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing concerns promptly to maintain strong client relationships.
- Engaged in daily e-mails and via telephone and followed up with business prospects.
- Data entry in FileMaker and the use of Microsoft Office.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Lee Travel
Westport, CT
06.1998 - 04.2002
- Anticipated potential challenges in daily operations and devised appropriate solutions to maintain uninterrupted workflow in the executive office.
- Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Created expense reports, budgets, and filing systems for management team.
- Maintained confidentiality by handling sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
- Managed complex projects to successful completion, ensuring timely delivery of results to the CEO.
- Improved team collaboration by acting as a liaison between the CEO, executive team, and staff members.
Intervention Aide
Kendall Elementary School
Norwalk, CT
08.1996 - 06.1998
- Assisted and supported teachers with intervention.
- Enhanced student understanding by implementing individualized intervention strategies.
- Served as advocate for students in need of extra support, working closely with school social worker and administrators to ensure their academic success was prioritized.
- Managed classroom behavior using proactive techniques, ensuring safe and focused learning space for all students.
- Offered supportive counseling and crisis intervention to individuals in crisis.
- Devised and enhanced treatment strategies to promote continued progress.
Education
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School
Norwalk, CT06.1978
Skills
- Patience and Flexibility
- Emotional Support
- Social Skills Support
- Behavioral Intervention
Languages
Greek
Native or Bilingual
Italian
Limited Working
Timeline
Sales Account Executive
International Exposition Company
06.2002 - Current
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
Lee Travel
06.1998 - 04.2002
Intervention Aide
Kendall Elementary School
08.1996 - 06.1998
High School Diploma -
Norwalk High School