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Karen LaFleur

Shelly Narain
New Britain,CT
Karen LaFleur
23
Years of experience

Versatile professional with a long background in special education and administrative support. Known for relationship building, team bonding, and handling varied responsibilities with care and accuracy. Ready to support office efficiency, client service, and reliable daily coordination.

Work History

Office Manager/Personal Assistant

1 Year 4 Months
Shelly Narain | 06.2025 - Current
  • Coordinated daily office operations, ensuring smooth scheduling, filing, and communication workflows.
  • Scheduled meetings and calendar events, aligning staff availability with client needs.
  • Managed client inquiries with professionalism, routing requests and resolving routine service issues promptly.
  • Processed paperwork accurately, maintaining organized records for appointments, applications, and follow-up tasks.
  • Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
  • Displayed absolute discretion at handling confidential information.

Special Education Paraprofessional

22 Years
East Hartford Public Schools | 08.2003 - 08.2025
  • Implemented behavior support strategies to encourage positive conduct and improve student engagement.
  • Assisted students with academic tasks, behavior redirection, and daily routines to maintain steady classroom flow.
  • Monitored student progress and documented observations for teachers and special education team.
  • Supported classroom instruction by reinforcing individualized lessons and adapting activities for diverse learning needs.
  • Collaborated with teachers and support staff to provide consistent accommodations and classroom assistance.
  • Prepared instructional materials and organized learning spaces for special education lessons and interventions.
  • Guided students through transitions, lunch, recess, and related services while maintaining safety and supervision.

Education

High School Diploma

Bristol Eastern High School | Bristol, CT | 06-1984
  • French Club Member
  • Photography Club

Skills

Office management
Office administration
Scheduling and calendar management
Administrative support
Travel planning expertise
Errands
Chauffeuring
Call screening
Task management
Logistics management
Facility maintenance
Transportation coordination
Communication management

Timeline

Office Manager/Personal Assistant

Shelly Narain
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Special Education Paraprofessional

East Hartford Public Schools
08.2003 - 08.2025Read More

Bristol Eastern High School

High School Diploma
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Karen LaFleur