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Katherine Kussman

Dayton,OH
Katherine Kussman

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Desired Job Title

Office Administrative AssistantSpecial Education ParaprofessionalExecutive AssistantMental Health Support WorkerDomestic Violence Advocate

Work Type

Full TimePart TimeContract WorkGig WorkConsultingVolunteerSeasonal Work

Location Preference

RemoteHybridOn-Site
Location: Dayton, OH, US
Open to relocation: Yes

Salary Range

$42000/yr - $100000/yr

Important To Me

Work-life balanceCompany CultureWork from home option4-day work weekCareer advancementFlexible work hoursPersonal development programs

Summary

Dynamic professional with extensive experience in office and classroom management. Recognized for strong organizational skills and effective communication, adept at addressing complex needs of clients and students. Committed to fostering a supportive work environment through positivity and compassion.

Overview

21
years of professional experience

Work History

Bellbrook Education Central Office
Bellbrook, Ohio

Office Administrative Assistant
08.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Streamlined daily office correspondence, facilitating timely information flow.
  • Organized filing systems to enhance document retrieval and storage efficiency.
  • Assisted in report and presentation preparation for educational meetings, ensuring effective communication.
  • Collaborated with team members to optimize office procedures and workflows.
  • Directed phone inquiries, scheduled appointments, and provided general office information.
  • Tracked project performance data, generating reports that highlighted important trends for management.
  • Created spreadsheets in Microsoft Excel for efficient record-keeping and reporting.
  • Delivered customer service by effectively addressing inquiries from students and staff.

Greene County Education Services
Bellbrook, Ohio

Special Education Paraprofessional
08.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Supported students with disabilities during classroom activities and daily tasks.
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt learning materials for diverse needs.
  • Monitored student behavior, providing guidance during lessons and activities.
  • Offered emotional support during crises involving students.
  • Provided assistive devices and supportive technology to disabled students.
  • Demonstrated appropriate behaviors through modeling and positive reinforcement techniques.
  • Assisted neurodiverse students in classwork and activity preparation.

Centerville City Schools
Centerville, Ohio

ABA Paraprofessional
08.2023 - 05.2025

Job overview

  • Collaborated with educators to develop and refine tailored teaching strategies for student needs.
  • Supported students facing behavioral challenges in classroom environments.
  • Monitored student progress, documenting observations to guide instructional adjustments.
  • Attended training sessions to improve skills in behavior management techniques.

A Great Start Preschool
Centerville, OH

Preschool Teacher
08.2016 - 05.2023

Job overview

  • Developed engaging lesson plans to enhance early childhood learning and development.
  • Organized classroom activities that fostered social skills and teamwork among students.
  • Collaborated with parents to identify children's needs, strengthening family involvement in education.
  • Created a safe, nurturing environment for children to explore and learn effectively.
  • Regularly assessed student progress through observations and developmental checklists.
  • Introduced innovative ideas that improved team dynamics and educational outcomes.
  • Observed children for signs of illness, emotional disturbance, or learning disorders.

Prime Management Group
Boca Raton, Florida

Executive Assistant
07.2005 - 09.2012

Job overview

  • Coordinated schedules and meetings to optimize leadership time management.
  • Handled travel arrangements, ensuring seamless logistical support for executive travel.
  • Managed daily administrative tasks, facilitating smooth operations for executives.
  • Prepared and organized documents for presentations and reports.
  • Provided administrative assistance in preparing contracts, invoices, and purchase orders.
  • Scheduled appointments with external parties, including vendors and suppliers.
  • Maintained confidentiality of records related to executive operations.
  • Ensured security and privacy of sensitive information.

Education

University of Miami
Miami, FL

Bachelor of Arts from Psychology
05-2012

University Overview

  • 3.8 GPA
  • 2012 - Dean's List
  • 80+ educational training hours - OCCRRA and SUTQ Ohio State Standards
  • CPR and First Aid Certification
  • Crisis Prevention Institute annual completion

Skills

  • Office management and organization
  • Data tracking and reporting
  • Calendar and time management
  • Presentation preparation and delivery
  • Customer engagement and relationship management
  • Effective communication skills
  • Conflict resolution strategies
  • Emotional intelligence and support
  • Crisis intervention techniques

Languages

English
Native language

Quote

The thing that I have learned is that vulnerability is at the center of fear and shame, but it is also at the center of joy and gratitude and love and belonging.
Brené Brown

Interests

Reading

Art

Timeline

Office Administrative Assistant
Bellbrook Education Central Office
08.2025 - Current
Special Education Paraprofessional
Greene County Education Services
08.2025 - Current
ABA Paraprofessional
Centerville City Schools
08.2023 - 05.2025
Preschool Teacher
A Great Start Preschool
08.2016 - 05.2023
Executive Assistant
Prime Management Group
07.2005 - 09.2012
University of Miami
Bachelor of Arts from Psychology

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