Gail C. Strehan
Blue Hill,USA
Summary
Administrative professional with track record in supporting executive leadership as well as providing support to all administrators and staff. Proven ability to handle confidential information and manage schedules effectively. Focused on fostering team collaboration and meeting dynamic business needs through exceptional communication and organizational skills.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
George Stevens Academy
Blue Hill, ME
01.2006 - Current
- Assist the head of school in all aspects of the job. Prepare correspondence, reports and other documents. Maintain the schedule of appointments for the head and make arrangements for all meetings and conferences. Create the yearly important dates and facilities use calendars. Schedule all facilities use. Recruit, train and schedule all substitute teachers. Provide clerical support for the Board of Trustees by attending meetings, producing and distributing minutes, letters, emails and scheduling meetings as requested. Coordinate 12th grade class night, graduation, and other special events. Compile data for reports (local, state and federal) as needed. Ensure all personnel files are secure and up-to-date. Interact daily with administrators, faculty, parents and students.
Rehabilitative Assistant
Blue Hill Consolidated School
Blue Hill, ME
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Implemented instructional and community based activities for a special needs child. Maintained daily records regarding student attendance and daily program notes required for Medicaid reporting. Met and conferred regularly with the special education teacher, the parents and other specialists in regard to the student's individual education plan.
Manager Category Analysis
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
Montvale, NJ
01.1998 - 01.2001
- Provided analytical support to the New York Metro and Northeast Region Sales and Merchandising Departments. Created and distributed daily, monthly and quarterly reports on market share and sales opportunity for top executive review. Interacted with all levels of management throughout the organization and aided in the preparation of their reports and presentations. Responsible for recruiting and training analysts on reporting procedures and use of computer systems and software.
Product/Category Analyst
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
Montvale, NJ
01.1994 - 01.1998
- Responsible for grocery/product forecasting for 98 New York Metro area Waldbaum's stores. In charge of sending out distributions to support weekly sales and special promotions. Closely monitored inventory in warehouses, analyzed sales trends and advised buyers on purchases.
Administrative Assistant
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
Montvale, NJ
01.1990 - 01.1994
- Assistant to Vice President of Category Management. Maintained schedule and travel agenda. Processed daily correspondence, created spreadsheets and prepared presentations. Handled all basic administrative functions for the department.
Education
B.A. - Geology, Minor Business Administration, Minor Spanish
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA01-1985
Business/Secretarial Studies - Certified
Katharine Gibbs School
Montclair, NJ01-1985
Skills
- Highly proficient with word processing, spreadsheet preparation and desktop publishing Currently using: Microsoft Word, Excel, Powerpoint, CANVAS, PowerSchool, Canva, and SchoolMessenger Typing 60 WPM, light shorthand Excellent written and verbal skills
- CHRC Certificate State of Maine
- Office management
- Enjoy problem solving and multi-tasking
- Some proficiency with Spanish Language
Timeline
Executive Assistant to the Head of School
George Stevens Academy
01.2006 - Current
Rehabilitative Assistant
Blue Hill Consolidated School
01.2001 - 01.2006
Manager Category Analysis
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
01.1998 - 01.2001
Product/Category Analyst
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
01.1994 - 01.1998
Administrative Assistant
The Great Atlantic and Pacific Tea Company (A&P)
01.1990 - 01.1994
Business/Secretarial Studies - Certified
Katharine Gibbs School
B.A. - Geology, Minor Business Administration, Minor Spanish
Slippery Rock University