Kaitlin Smithson
Sequim,WA
Summary
Knowledgeable and dedicated secretary with experience using outstanding planning, problem-solving and data entry skills. Well-versed in best practices and processes regarding school enrollment. Expertise includes utilizing Microsoft Office on a daily basis, file management. Also has a background in working with the public.
Organized and motivated employee eager to apply time management and organizational skills in various environments. Seeking entry-level opportunities to expand skills while facilitating company growth.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registrar
Port Angeles School District
Port Angeles, Washington
01.2021 - Current
- Answering questions and fulfilling requests with friendly and knowledgeable service.
- Developing working relationships with other school districts for student records transactions as well as student transfers.
- Enrolling students and preparing and entering necessary paperwork.
- Proofreading documents carefully to check accuracy and completeness of all paperwork.
- Collecting, evaluating and storing student files and documents securely in a permanent record.
- Ordering and restocking supplies in line with budget limits and office needs.
- Providing hands-on training for new staff on office policies and regulations.
- Supporting development and implementation of clear and successful policies, budgets and procedures for smooth and efficient operations.
- Displayed strong telephone etiquette, effectively handling difficult calls.
Paraprofessional
Port Angeles School District
Port Angeles
10.2017 - 01.2021
- Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.
- Planned and led activities to develop students' physical, emotional and social growth.
- Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.
- Supported students throughout academic instruction and assignments.
- Communicated confidential details about student behavior and performance with parents and authorized parties.
- Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
- Assisted with implementation of student's individualized IEP at discretion and direction of teachers and administrators.
- Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
- Distributed tests and collected homework assignments after completion.
- Offered students personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
Caregiver
CCH Individualized Support Services
Port Angeles, Washington
08.2015 - 10.2017
- Created safe and positive living situations for clients by communicating with family and other staff about concerns or challenges.
- Assisted with meal planning to meet nutritional plans.
- Reported concerns to nurse supervisor to promote optimal care.
- Observed patients for changes in physical, emotional, mental or behavioral condition and injuries.
- Drove clients to shop for groceries, attend doctor appointments and run errands.
- Maintained clean and well-organized environment for client happiness and safety.
- Followed care plan and directions to administer medications.
Education
High School Diploma -
Port Angeles High School
Port Angeles, WA07-2007
Some College (No Degree) -
Peninsula College
Port Angeles, WASkills
- Data Entry
- Student Records Management
- Listening actively
- Staff training and development
- Maintaining confidentiality
- Academic advisement
- Academic Support
- Expense Tracking
- Letter writing
- Requisition processing
- Supply Ordering
- Office Administration
- Meeting Coordination
- Supply Restocking
- Customer Service
- Appointment Scheduling
- File Management
- Digital File Management
- Verbal and written communication
- Prioritization and time management
- Multi-Line Phone Systems
- Mail distribution
Timeline
Registrar
Port Angeles School District
01.2021 - Current
Paraprofessional
Port Angeles School District
10.2017 - 01.2021
Caregiver
CCH Individualized Support Services
08.2015 - 10.2017
High School Diploma -
Port Angeles High School
Some College (No Degree) -
Peninsula College