GRACE FERNÁNDEZ
Shirley,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with experience in administrative support, client relationship management, and organizational efficiency, bringing strong skills in discretion, reliability, and collaboration. Adept at maintaining sensitive information, managing schedules, and drafting documents in fast-paced environments. Ready to leverage these strengths to contribute to success.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Assistant
Immigration Law Firm
03.2025 - Current
- Maintained strict confidentiality to protect sensitive client information in compliance with legal regulations.
- Handled office scheduling, tracking deadlines, motions, and other crucial dates.
- Facilitated communication between attorneys and clients through timely meeting coordination and updates.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files and addressing inquiries promptly.
- Managed high-volume workload while ensuring meticulous attention to detail in drafting pleadings and summarizing depositions.
- Scheduled appointments with clients to discuss case progress and developments.
- Produced key legal documents, including briefs, pleadings, and appeals.
- Collaborated with attorneys to devise effective strategies for case management.
Teacher Assistant
Daycare
08.2021 - 03.2025
- Facilitated management of classroom behavior, promoting a safe and supportive learning environment.
- Modeled enthusiasm, empathy, and respect to foster a positive school community.
- Collaborated with educators to exchange best practices and resources for teaching improvement.
- Monitored student progress and updated documentation for accurate academic records.
- Contributed to curriculum development, ensuring alignment with state standards and educational goals.
Babysitter
Independent Babysitter
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Facilitated engaging games, puzzles, and reading sessions for young children.
- Fostered positive communication with children and guardians to establish trust.
- Monitored play areas vigilantly to enhance child safety and enforce rules.
- Prepared healthy snacks and meals appropriate for children's ages.
- Maintained a clean, organized environment to promote children's well-being.
- Coordinated post-activity cleanup by organizing toys and tidying the playroom.
Assistant
Credit Repair Office
02.2017 - 06.2017
- Fostered positive work environment through proactive teamwork and strong interpersonal skills.
- Greeted guests with professionalism and friendliness, enhancing first impressions.
- Managed incoming and outgoing calls, ensuring accurate message recording for office distribution.
- Organized and maintained both digital and physical filing systems to improve office efficiency.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to achieve shared goals within deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma - undefined
Fred T. Foard High School
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability and punctuality
- Adherence to instructions
- Flexible scheduling
- Professionalism and discretion
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Paralegal Immigration Training
- Immigration Practice Clinic
- U Visa Seminar
- Defensive Asylum
- Microsoft Office Especialist – Office Power Point 2016
- Microsoft Office Especialist – Office Word 2016
- Certified in first aid and CPR
LANGUAGES
Spanish Bilingual
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Immigration Law Firm
03.2025 - Current
Teacher Assistant
Daycare
08.2021 - 03.2025
Assistant
Credit Repair Office
02.2017 - 06.2017
Babysitter
Independent Babysitter
01.2017 - 01.2020
High School Diploma - undefined
Fred T. Foard High School