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Kamela W. Gold

Natchitoches,LA

Summary

Versatile and achievement-oriented professional with a proven track record at Natchitoches Parish School Board, excelling in roles requiring exceptional organizational and communication skills. Demonstrated success in enhancing student engagement and academic success, evidenced by a 10% success rate in cold-calling at Primerica Financial Services. Expert in office administration and adept at fostering positive relationships, leveraging both to drive organizational goals.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience

Work History

DESS Paraprofessional

Natchitoches Parish School Board
08.2024 - Current
  • Provided one-on-one support for students with 7 special needs, helping them achieve academic success.
  • Improved classroom management and organization by assisting teachers with daily tasks and lesson planning.
  • Maintained accurate records of student performance, attendance, and behavior to help guide future instruction.
  • Coordinated with outside agencies such as therapists, counselors, and medical professionals to provide comprehensive support services for students'' overall wellbeing.
  • Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
  • Assisted with communication methods to keep parents informed about child's development and behavioral issues.
  • Communicated with teachers and other district personnel to assist in evaluating progress and implementing IEP objectives.

Regional Manager

Primerica Financial Services
02.2019 - Current
  • Received incoming calls and messages and addressed or triaged phone requests
  • Collaborated with executive leadership to establish long-term objectives, drive growth initiatives, and align regional efforts with corporate goals.
  • Evaluated quality problems and performed weekend trainings to identify and resolve issues
  • Managed high-performing team of sales representatives, providing coaching, training, and performance evaluations.
  • Cold-called over 50 prospective customers daily with 10% success rate
  • Enhanced team performance by providing regular coaching, training, and performance feedback to staff members.
  • Mentored and developed high-potential employees for leadership roles through individualized career development plans and opportunities for growth.
  • Promoted a culture of continuous improvement through ongoing process reviews, employee engagement initiatives, and open channels of communication.

Special Project Substitute

Natchitoches Parish School Board
09.2022 - 08.2024
  • Maintained a welcoming front office environment for students, parents, staff, and visitors to promote positive school culture.
  • Facilitated effective communication between administration and staff by promptly addressing concerns or inquiries via email or phone calls.
  • Provided support during standardized testing periods by organizing test materials securely before distribution to classrooms.
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by managing supply inventory for classrooms and ensuring necessary materials were readily available.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.

Science Teacher

Natchitoches Parish School Board
10.2020 - 08.2021
  • Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
  • Delivered interactive lessons to help students comprehend complex concepts.
  • Participated in professional development workshops to stay updated on current research findings and best practices in science education.
  • Incorporated project-based learning into the curriculum, challenging students to apply scientific principles in real-world situations while developing teamwork skills.
  • Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
  • Maintained consistent communication with parents regarding student performance, collaborating on strategies to support academic success at home.i9
  • Engaged parents and guardians in educational process, through regular communication and involvement in school events.

School Secretary

Natchitoches Parish School Board
06.2020 - 10.2020
  • Processed student registrations and withdrawals.
  • Answered multi-line telephones and greeted visitors and parents to facilitate office operations.
  • Maintained an up-to-date database of student records, safeguarding confidential information while providing easy access when needed.
  • Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.
  • Supported Principal's office, contributing to management of school's administrative activities and representing school in professional manner.
  • Facilitated smooth enrollment process for new students, ensuring all necessary paperwork was completed and processed.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.

Head Start Lead Teacher

Natchitoches Parish Government
10.2014 - 07.2019
  • Enhanced three-year-old students understanding of rules, safety and behavioral guidelines and disciplinary protocols by redesigning and simplifying them
  • Used classroom observations to create written assessments of student performance
  • Used Teaching Strategies Gold to document behavioral, emotional, academic and social growth of over eighteen students
  • Maintained well-controlled classrooms by clearly outlining standards and reinforcing positive behaviors
  • Worked with teaching staff to evaluate individual progress and recommend appropriate learning plans
  • Collaborated with parents to develop and maintain strong support networks and build rapport to foster seamless communication
  • Coordinated community outreach events to strengthen family-school partnerships and foster a supportive learning environment.

Summer Day Camp Counselor

City Of Natchitoches
07.2014 - 08.2015
  • Managed scheduled events online to maximize activities and attendance
  • Performed clerical duties, including registering participants and answering specific event inquiries
  • Factored-in abilities, needs and interests of participants in development of events and programs
  • Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to ensure fun and safety
  • Resolved conflicts that arose between campers by following policy procedures
  • Protected safety of every person enjoying recreational activities at the City Pool by enforcing disciplined and consistent policies
  • Fostered a positive camp environment by cultivating strong relationships with campers, parents, and fellow staff members.

Youth Program Specialist

Boys And Girls Club Of El Camino
08.2013 - 04.2015
  • Collaborated on program operations with other staff members, including offering feedback from participants and improvement recommendations
  • Maximized team knowledge and productivity by effectively training, monitoring and directing team members in application of best practices and regulatory protocols
  • Improved organizational filing systems for confidential employees records, resulting in improved accessibility and efficiency
  • Improved office efficiency by effectively managing internal communications and correspondence with supervisor

Administrative School Secretary

Natchitoches Christian Academy
08.2007 - 09.2010
  • Processed student registrations and withdrawals
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis
  • Answered, responded to and transferred daily phone calls on multi-line phone system
  • Delivered top-notch administrative support to office staff, promoting excellence in office operations
  • Monitored premises, screened visitors, updated logs and issued passes to maintain security
  • Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
  • Performed clerical and administrative support duties to optimize workflow procedures.

Corporate Church Secretary

My Father's House Ministries Inc.
08.2004 - 09.2010
  • Welcomed visitors to office, communicated arrival to staff and managed visit expectations
  • Kept physical files and digitized church member records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized staff members
  • Organized international and domestic travel arrangements for up to four staff members, including all transportation and hotel stay
  • Provided exceptional administrative support to pastoral staff including scheduling appointments, making travel arrangements, and preparing meeting materials.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.

Education

Associate of Science - Child Development

La Pathways-Northwestern State University
Natchitoches, LA
05.2019

Associate of Science - General Studies

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
Natchitoches, LA
2013

High School Diploma -

Many High School
Many, LA
1996

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Office Management
  • Office Administration
  • Schedule Coordination
  • Administrative Support
  • Effective Communication
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Organization
  • Organization and prioritization
  • Problem-solving abilities

Timeline

DESS Paraprofessional

Natchitoches Parish School Board
08.2024 - Current

Special Project Substitute

Natchitoches Parish School Board
09.2022 - 08.2024

Science Teacher

Natchitoches Parish School Board
10.2020 - 08.2021

School Secretary

Natchitoches Parish School Board
06.2020 - 10.2020

Regional Manager

Primerica Financial Services
02.2019 - Current

Head Start Lead Teacher

Natchitoches Parish Government
10.2014 - 07.2019

Summer Day Camp Counselor

City Of Natchitoches
07.2014 - 08.2015

Youth Program Specialist

Boys And Girls Club Of El Camino
08.2013 - 04.2015

Administrative School Secretary

Natchitoches Christian Academy
08.2007 - 09.2010

Corporate Church Secretary

My Father's House Ministries Inc.
08.2004 - 09.2010

Associate of Science - Child Development

La Pathways-Northwestern State University

Associate of Science - General Studies

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

High School Diploma -

Many High School

Professional References

Micheal Heyward, National Sale Director, 14yrs

4703 Willowick Blvd, Alexandria, La 71457

Heyward1979@gmail.com (318)-280-9532


Trekesha Hamilton, Regional Vice President, 7yrs

5445 Provine Place Apt 1611, Alexandria, La 71303

Trekesha.hamilton@gmail.com (318)-446-5850 


Veda Dearborne, Retired Teacher 17yrs

6105 Dixie Lane, Alexandria, La 71301

Veda.dearborne@gmail.com (318)-623-4662




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