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Karen Pate

Durant,OK

Summary

I am an adaptable, professional with a quick-learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change. I am an individual with many assets/skills. I am constant and steady in my work. I am very career goal, determined.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Pinnacle Care Providers
Durant, OK
10.2022 - 10.2024
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
  • Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding services offered by the company.
  • Processed invoices for payment using accounting software applications.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents, maintaining front desk and reception area in neat and organized fashion.
  • Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
  • Scheduled appointments between clients and customers and internal staff members.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for record-keeping and reporting.
  • Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
  • Responded to customer issues to provide immediate resolution and improve retention.
  • Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization.
  • Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information.
  • Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
  • Handled incoming and outgoing correspondence, including email, mail, and package deliveries, ensuring timely distribution.
  • Managed daily office operations ensuring efficient workplace functionality.

Teacher's Assistant

Big Five Head Start
Durant, OK
12.2018 - 10.2022
  • Prepared and set up equipment and materials for curriculum and lesson plans.
  • Assisted teachers with lesson preparation and curriculum implementation.
  • Created and coordinated age-appropriate enrichment activities to drive social, emotional and intellectual development.
  • Maintained accurate records of student attendance, milestones, and behavior reports.
  • Instructed and monitored students in use and care of equipment and materials.
  • Established positive relationships with students, parents, fellow teachers and school administrators.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities such as workshops or conferences related to teaching practices or educational trends.
  • Supervised children and participated with children in activities.
  • Provided clerical support to teachers, including photocopying, filing, and organizing instructional resources.
  • Supervised students during lunchtime, field trips, assemblies, and other activities.

Infant Teacher

Choctow Child Development Center
Durant, OK
12.2016 - 12.2018
  • Implemented daily routines, including diaper changes, feeding, and nap times.
  • Read aloud to encourage early literacy.
  • Incorporated music into everyday routines to promote creativity and motor development.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations.
  • Maintained daily records of individual activities, behaviors, and milestones.
  • Maintained tidy, clean and safe environments for infants.
  • Helped infants develop communication skills through baby sign language while also promoting positive behaviors and social skills.
  • Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
  • Followed safe feeding guidelines and parental requests for breastmilk, formula and solids.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities that encouraged physical, cognitive, social-emotional growth in infants.
  • Participated in staff meetings, workshops, and conferences to discuss and improve instructional methods.
  • Observed infants' development and documented milestones using appropriate assessment tools.

Infant Teacher/Receptionist

Victory Life Child Development Center
Durant, OK
08.2010 - 12.2016

Infant Teacher:

  • Implemented daily routines, including diaper changes, feeding, and nap times.
  • Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
  • Sanitized toys, equipment, supplies and surfaces regularly.
  • Developed and implemented daily lesson plans to support infant development.
  • Conducted observations and assessments of infant's milestones and reported findings to parents and guardians.
  • Administered first aid and medication in accordance with health and safety regulations
  • Provided individualized care and attention to each infant in the classroom.
  • Planned age-appropriate activities that encouraged physical, cognitive, social-emotional growth in infants.

Receptionist:

  • Answered and directed incoming and outgoing calls using multi-line telephone system.
  • Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
  • Participated in emergency response drills and maintained knowledge of safety procedures.
  • Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, fax machine, and different computer programs.
  • Provided administrative support to staff members including typing letters, filing documents, and scanning and copying documents when necessary.
  • Updated daily logbook with information about visitors entering the premises.
  • Processed payments and updated accounts for childcare fees.
  • Prepared welcome packages for new hires.

Crew Member

McDonalds Restaurant
Durant, OK
01.2008 - 08.2010
  • Performed cashier duties such as taking orders, collecting payments and providing change.
  • Demonstrated proper food safety practices by accurately completing quality control checklist.
  • Talked pleasantly with customers while taking orders and promoted positive image for business.
  • Kept restaurant lobby, front counter and restrooms neat and clean throughout shift.
  • Followed all safety guidelines while operating equipment such as slicers, fryers and ovens.
  • Organized and restocked supplies to support operations and team productivity.
  • Entered orders into computer system to send order details to kitchen, mentioning customers' special requests and food allergies in person.
  • Provided excellent customer service to maintain a positive atmosphere for guests.

Education

Certificate of Mastery - Child Development

Murray State College
Tishomingo, OK
12-2014

High School Diploma -

Durant High School
Durant, Ok
05-2009

Skills

  • Filing
  • Records retrieval
  • Reception oversight
  • Memo preparation
  • Scheduling
  • Mail handling
  • Sensitive material handling
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • School records management
  • Records management systems
  • Multi-line phone proficiency
  • Time management
  • Administrative improvement
  • Inventory supplies
  • Database entry
  • Document control
  • Microsoft
  • Insurance eligibility verifications
  • Medical bill auditing
  • Self-starter
  • Workflow optimization
  • Data collection
  • Customer and client relations

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Pinnacle Care Providers
10.2022 - 10.2024

Teacher's Assistant

Big Five Head Start
12.2018 - 10.2022

Infant Teacher

Choctow Child Development Center
12.2016 - 12.2018

Infant Teacher/Receptionist

Victory Life Child Development Center
08.2010 - 12.2016

Crew Member

McDonalds Restaurant
01.2008 - 08.2010

Certificate of Mastery - Child Development

Murray State College

High School Diploma -

Durant High School
Karen Pate