Karie Gessner
Sandusky
Summary
Demonstrated expertise in scheduling, records management, and daily operations with extensive experience in administrative roles and managing an in-home daycare. Recognized for exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, effectively managing multiple priorities while fostering strong client relationships. Aiming to leverage leadership, office coordination, and problem-solving abilities in an administrative position.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
Sandusky
08.2021 - Current
- Maintained clean and safe environment for all children.
- Communicated daily activities effectively to parents.
- Implemented structured daily schedules to enhance routines.
- Engaged children in educational games and creative projects.
- Provided care for children of varying ages, assisting with feeding and dressing.
- Taught essential skills including personal hygiene and social manners.
- Facilitated creative play to promote language development and problem-solving skills.
- Utilized positive reinforcement and behavior modeling to instill discipline.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sandusky City Schools
Sandusky
05.2019 - 08.2021
- Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and routines.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents as needed.
- Attended training sessions to enhance skills in special education strategies.
- Provided one-on-one instruction to students who needed extra help with learning tasks.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
Vistation Specialist
Erie County Job and Family Services
Sandsusky
09.2017 - 08.2019
- Conducted visits to assess family dynamics and safety concerns.
- Collaborated with social workers to develop service plans for families.
- Facilitated communication between families and service providers.
- Monitored compliance with court orders during family visits.
- Maintained confidentiality and managed sensitive information effectively.
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sandusky City Schools
Sandusky
08.2015 - 06.2017
- Assisted teachers in implementing individualized education plans for students.
- Supported students with disabilities in daily classroom activities and routines.
- Collaborated with educational staff to create a positive learning environment.
- Facilitated communication between students, teachers, and parents as needed.
- Escorted students to restroom cafeteria, outside to playground, and on field trips.
- Organized instructional materials for use in the classroom setting.
- Attended professional development sessions related to working with special education populations.
- Supervised students during lunch periods, recesses, and field trips, ensuring their safety at all times.
- Developed lesson plans for small groups or individual students that focused on academic, behavioral, and social goals established in IEPs.
Teller/Bank Teller Supervisor
Civista Bank
Sandusky
03.2012 - 07.2015
- Assisted customers with account inquiries and provided solutions promptly.
- Managed cash drawer, ensuring accurate cash handling and balancing daily.
- Educated customers on bank products and services to enhance their experience.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline workflow and improve service delivery.
- Maintained compliance with bank policies and regulatory requirements consistently.
- Trained new tellers on operational procedures and customer service best practices.
- Resolved customer complaints professionally, fostering positive relationships with clients.
- Balanced cash drawers on a daily basis.
- Handled large volumes of currency quickly and accurately with minimal errors.
- Received and processed customer transactions, including deposits, withdrawals, loan payments and other banking services.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding bank products and services.
- Maintained confidentiality of all customer records and information according to company policies.
Administrative Assistant
Stonemor Partners
Beloit
03.2008 - 12.2011
- Assisted in preparing documents and reports for client meetings and internal reviews.
- Coordinated communication between departments to ensure smooth operations and support.
- Maintained confidential files and records in compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Supported client inquiries by providing information and resolving issues promptly.
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Education
High School Diploma -
West Branch High School
Beloit, OH05-2005
Skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency
- Document preparation
- Record keeping and management
- Scheduling coordination
- Customer service excellence
- Task prioritization and organization
- Conflict resolution strategies
- Time management skills
- Problem-solving techniques
Timeline
Early Childcare Provider
Self Employed Services
08.2021 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sandusky City Schools
05.2019 - 08.2021
Vistation Specialist
Erie County Job and Family Services
09.2017 - 08.2019
Special Education Paraprofessional
Sandusky City Schools
08.2015 - 06.2017
Teller/Bank Teller Supervisor
Civista Bank
03.2012 - 07.2015
Administrative Assistant
Stonemor Partners
03.2008 - 12.2011
High School Diploma -
West Branch High School