Ijanee Netter
Jackson,MS
Summary
A dedicated and versatile administrative assistant with a passion for fostering creativity in children's literature. Proven expertise in streamlining office operations and nurturing an environment conducive to productivity and growth. Skilled in managing diverse administrative tasks, organizing schedules, and facilitating seamless communication. Demonstrated commitment to child development through vast childcare experience. Possess a keen eye for detail, coupled with a deep understanding of children's needs and interests, enabling effective communication and engagement with young readers. Seeking to leverage my administrative acumen and hands-on experience with children's developmental needs into a Children's Book Editor position. Excited to apply my organizational skills, innate creativity, and passion for cultivating a love for literature among young minds. Committed to ensuring that children's books not only entertain but also inspire, educate, and encourage personal growth.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Think Center Office
Jackson, MS
08.2023 - Current
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
- Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Scheduled appointments between students and internal staff members.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
Teaching Fellow
Mississippi Museum of Art
Jackson, Mississippi
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted research on the Museum's collection and visiting exhibitions
- Created research-based tours
- Facilitated close-looking conversations
- Created, lead, and assisted with studio activities
- Collaborated with the Museum's Education team to execute public programming.
Freelance Nanny
Private
Springfield, Louisiana
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Served as an on-call and short-term nanny for two families, often caring for children on short notice
- Maintained the children's schedules, accommodated any last-minute decisions and adhered to parent guidelines
- Provided flexible availability that included overnight and weekends
- Dressed school-age children for the day, accompanied them to the bus stop, and ensured that they were picked up and dropped off safely
- Performed housekeeping tasks, meal preparation, assisted with homework, and organized after school activities.
Desk Assistant
Think Center Office
Jackson, Mississippi
01.2022 - 04.2022
- Supervised all administrative and office duties
- Responsible for signing in and signing out students
- Answered phone calls, general questions, and took memos for staff
- Responsible for checking equipment in and out to students
- Ensured that the office was clean, and that all equipment was accounted for at the end of each workday.
Work Study
Creative Writing Department
Jackson, Mississippi
08.2021 - 12.2021
- Assisted the chair of the department in daily operations
- Managed schedules, sent emails, and made phone calls on behalf of the department
- Cleaned and organized main classroom and office areas.
Teacher's Assistant
Bright Horizons at North Oaks
Hammond, Louisiana
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Responsible for the supervision of twenty children ages five and up during class, lunch, recess, between classes, and any other classroom excursions
- Set up materials and equipment to help lead teacher with preparing and executing lessons
- Provided support and reinforcement for lead teacher and lessons
- Collaborated with lead teacher to recognize any issues students faced and recommended solutions
- Ensured that the classroom was safe and clean for students.
Co-Partner/Lead Teacher
The Cookie Jar Daycare
Springfield, Louisiana
08.2018 - 01.2021
- Co-partner of in-home and family-owned daycare: directed and executed daily operations in order to provide aged age-appropriate instruction and care for children
- Coordinated age-appropriate lessons and activities to help students learn and grow at their own pace while simultaneously complying with state, school, and class rules and regulations
- Assisted in the management of finances, budgeting, and marketing
- Identified signs of emotional or developmental problems in students and brought them to the attention of the parents in a tactful and respectful manner
- Documented student progress and communicated with parents to keep them informed
- Recruited potential clientele, provided tours and additional information for parents
- Supervised and observed support staff stepping in when necessary to provide tips and help during times of high stress
- Ensured that each student was given exceptional care and attention with an emphasis on their personal safety and individual needs
- Maintained a clean and comfortable environment, assisted in meal preparation and distribution
- Responsible for checking in and checking out students.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Belhaven University
04.2025
Graduated -
Springfield High School
05.2017
Skills
- Adaptability: Able to adjust to high expectations and a fast-paced environment
- Childcare: Knowledgeable in child development and care for children of a variety of ages
- Classroom Management: Experienced in maintaining rules and regulations in a classroom setting
- Communication: Able to communicate effectively and professionally with supervisors and other staff
- Maximizing: Committed to individual and group excellence and building relationships with peers
- Presentation: Self-sufficient, open, and confident when problem solving and decision making;
- Technology: Proficient in web content geared toward social media as well as navigate Microsoft Word, Excel, and Powerpoint
- Creativity: Able to brainstorm to create new and exciting pitches to potential backers using research and other resources
- Office Administration
- Bookkeeping
- Quality Assurance
- Grammar
- Advanced MS Office Suite Knowledge
- Research
- Project Management
- Fact-Checking
- Story Summaries
Volunteer Experience
Our Daily Bread, 03/2021-05/2021
Accomplishments
- Read original fiction at Belhaven Arts Discovery Day, 2023.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Think Center Office
08.2023 - Current
Teaching Fellow
Mississippi Museum of Art
09.2022 - 02.2023
Freelance Nanny
Private
05.2022 - 08.2022
Desk Assistant
Think Center Office
01.2022 - 04.2022
Work Study
Creative Writing Department
08.2021 - 12.2021
Teacher's Assistant
Bright Horizons at North Oaks
05.2021 - 08.2021
Co-Partner/Lead Teacher
The Cookie Jar Daycare
08.2018 - 01.2021
Bachelor of Arts - English Language And Literature
Belhaven University
Graduated -
Springfield High School
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