Kelley C. Major
Hutto,TX
Summary
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and conscientious self-starter; able to prioritize effectively to accomplish multiple tasks and stay calm under pressure. Able to efficiently accomplish daily and long-term objectives with creativity and enthusiasm. Proven track record of building strong relationships in cross-functional teams with a positive attitude, strong communication, and reliability. Flexible attitude and able to maintain cultural sensitivity and establish rapport with diverse groups to promote team cohesiveness. Seeking Human Resources or Executive Assistant positions with room to grow and develop.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Teacher
CCISD House Creek Elementary School
Copperas Cove, TX
08.2022 - 05.2024
- Taught 2nd and 3rd Grade Math/Science/Social Studies (2022-23), (2023-24)
- Collaborated with various staff departments to lesson plan, provide accommodations, and effectively deliver instruction
- Gathered data using student metrics to deliver 75% student improvement in scores
- Ensured compliance with TX state education laws
- Enhanced parent/administrative satisfaction significantly by resolving issues promptly
Secretary/OA- (GS-06)
Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
Baumholder, Germany
04.2021 - 05.2022
- Performed secretarial, administrative, general clerical, and typing (office automation) duties and responsibilities
- Maintained and updated personnel files, including payroll liaison assignments and supply-related duties; acted as primary Timekeeper for all personnel
- Heavily assisted (5) department managers in routine administrative tasks; scheduled meetings/events
- Responsible for all incoming/outgoing email and phone correspondence, both internal & external
- Created & disseminated monthly Commissary Baumholder newsletter
- Liaison between Commissary & various community outreach events
Contractor/Substitute Teacher- Level 1 Pay
DODEA Smith Elementary School (SES)
Baumholder, Germany
08.2019 - 04.2021
- Assisted School Secretary in office tasks, including typing, filing, distributing documents for office staff & school staff
- Performed a variety of administrative/clerical duties as needed.
Contractor
MES Inc., Education Center
Baumholder, Germany
09.2019 - 03.2020
- Responsible for preparing instructional materials for soldiers/students
- Perform administrative functions, such as taking attendance, recording scores & materials used/covered, and leaving detailed after-action report of the class.
ESL Kindergarten & Elementary Teacher
POLY Immersion School- Noeun
Daejeon, South Korea
08.2010 - 09.2018
- Taught Language Arts & full American academic curriculum to kinder-students
- Led teachers in lesson planning, student management techniques, & streamlining student activities for the term (6 months).
Executive Assistant
Camp, Dresser, & McKee Smith (CDM)
Cambridge, MA
02.2010 - 05.2010
- Provided heavy administrative support to department heads
- Served as the first contact for outside customers
- Communicated effectively with various company members & provided administrative support to other staff as needed.
Executive Assistant to (2) Partners
Oxford Bioscience Partners
Boston, MA
12.2009 - 02.2010
- Provided heavy administrative support to the Partners in daily & extraneous tasks
- Attended trainings & off-site seminars to become more familiar with the company's mission & goals
- Handled event registrations, event planning, & conference attendance.
Executive Assistant to the Chief of Rehabilitation Medicine Department
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
Bethesda, MD
- 12.2009
- Provided heavy administrative support to the Chief of Rehab
- Medicine
- Organized team building events with the clinical center
- Responsible for greeting clients in-person & on the phone, and having knowledge of the department's services/mission/upcoming events
- Prepared correspondence on behalf of the Chief & department.
ESL Teacher for Elementary & Middle School
Avalon English Academy
Seoul, South Korea
07.2008 - 08.2009
- Taught Reading, Writing, Listening, Speaking in various subjects
- Recorded academic scores into school's system in order to track students' & school's performance throughout the year
- Prepared middle school students for iBT & TOEFL Writing tests.
Administrative & Marketing Assistant
United BioSource Corporation
Bethesda, MD
05.2007 - 04.2008
- Acted as the "Marketing Manager" for 3 months in place of the manager
- Maintained updates to internal & external website, including events, publications, presentations, newsletters, and services
- Provided heavy support to Senior Scientific Staff & Business Development departments with research, data merges, experience summaries, & pipelines
- Prepared for local & international events.
Executive Assistant/Information & Operations
Animal Agriculture Alliance
Arlington, VA
01.2005 - 05.2007
- Provided heavy administrative support to the Executive Vice President
- Communicated with the Board regarding upcoming meetings/events
- Planned for various events & meetings, including the Annual Stakeholders' Conference.
Education
B.A. Sociology - Modern Theology and Women's Studies
College of the Holy Cross
05.2004
Skills
- Microsoft Office 365
- Computer Literacy & Technology Application
- Administrative Skills (C-Suite Level)
- Information Sourcing & Management
- Conflict Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Oral & Written Communication Skills
- Detail-Oriented
- Effective Planning
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving Skills
- Planning & Evaluation
- Relationship Building
- Customer Service
- Team Player
Accomplishments
- TIA Exemplary Teacher Award (HCE 2022-23)
- Rookie Teacher of the Year Award (HCE 2022-23)
- Recognized Blue Ribbon School Employee/Teacher (HCE 2022-24)
- DeCA Impact Award (2022)
- DeCA Time Off Award (2021)
- DeCA Incentive Reward (2021)
- Brigade of Excellence Award 2D Theater Signal Brigade Award for Excellence in Community Support during Covid-19 pandemic
- Brigade of Excellence Award 2D Theater Signal Brigade Award for Excellence in SFRG Leadership
- 1st Platoon Coin- 44th ESB Company level appreciation for SFRG Leadership
Languages
- English
- Basic Korean/Spanish
Hobbies & Interests
- Baumholder Community Spouses Club- Baumholder, Germany 2019-Present
- BCSC Angel Tree Chair - Baumholder, Germany 2020-2021
- SFRG Leader - 44th ESB, Baumholder, Germany 2020-2021
- USO - Baumholder, Germany 2020-2022
- ESWS Adoption Agency- Seoul, South Korea 2010-2013
- Big Brother Big Sister- Internship- Worcester, MA 2004
- Abby's House Overnight Women's Shelter - Worcester, MA 2003-04
- Habitat for Humanity - AL 2002, FL 2003
- DC Kickball League - Washington, DC, Summer 2006
- NBA Washington Wizards Dance Team - Washington, DC, 2005-2006
- Holy Cross Dance Ensemble/Member & Instructor - Worcester, MA 2000-2004
- Competitive Dance- Nationally ranked - 12+ Year's experience
- D.A.R.E. Counselor- Norfolk, MA 1996-2000
- CCD Teacher - St. Jude's Parish, Norfolk, MA 1996-1998
- Special Needs T-Ball Team Aide - Norfolk, MA 1996-1998
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Elementary School Teacher
CCISD House Creek Elementary School
08.2022 - 05.2024
Secretary/OA- (GS-06)
Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA)
04.2021 - 05.2022
Contractor
MES Inc., Education Center
09.2019 - 03.2020
Contractor/Substitute Teacher- Level 1 Pay
DODEA Smith Elementary School (SES)
08.2019 - 04.2021
ESL Kindergarten & Elementary Teacher
POLY Immersion School- Noeun
08.2010 - 09.2018
Executive Assistant
Camp, Dresser, & McKee Smith (CDM)
02.2010 - 05.2010
Executive Assistant to (2) Partners
Oxford Bioscience Partners
12.2009 - 02.2010
ESL Teacher for Elementary & Middle School
Avalon English Academy
07.2008 - 08.2009
Administrative & Marketing Assistant
United BioSource Corporation
05.2007 - 04.2008
Executive Assistant/Information & Operations
Animal Agriculture Alliance
01.2005 - 05.2007
Executive Assistant to the Chief of Rehabilitation Medicine Department
National Institutes of Health (NIH)
- 12.2009
B.A. Sociology - Modern Theology and Women's Studies
College of the Holy Cross
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