Kristen Harden
Avon Park
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Guidance Secretary
School Board Of Highlands County
Sebring, FL
04.2023 - Current
- Managed student records and maintained confidentiality in compliance with school policies.
- Coordinated scheduling for guidance appointments and events to optimize resource use.
- Assisted students and parents with inquiries, providing accurate information and support.
- Developed effective communication channels between faculty, staff, and families to enhance collaboration.
- Led initiatives to implement digital tools for record-keeping and appointment management.
- Evaluated feedback from stakeholders to drive improvements in guidance services offered to students.
- Streamlined the registration process for new students, ensuring a smooth transition into the school community.
- Managed confidential student records with accuracy and care, maintaining privacy standards as required by law.
- Monitored attendance data regularly to address truancy concerns proactively, implementing interventions as necessary.
Office Manager
First Christian Church Wauchula
Wauchula, FL
03.2016 - 04.2023
- Coordinated daily office operations, ensuring efficient workflow and communication among staff.
- Managed scheduling for church events, optimizing resource allocation and participant engagement.
- Oversaw inventory management, maintaining supplies for various church activities and programs.
- Developed and implemented administrative processes to enhance organizational efficiency and service delivery.
- Monitored budget expenditures, ensuring adherence to financial policies while maximizing resources for initiatives.
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for cost savings while maintaining high-quality services.
- Oversaw facility maintenance requests, coordinating with building management to address repairs or improvements efficiently.
Cleaner
Self-employeed
Wauchula, FL
08.2014 - 03.2016
- Cleaned and sanitized bathrooms, kitchens and other similar areas according to established protocols.
- Removed trash, debris and other waste materials from premises.
- Used time management and efficient cleaning methods to meet deadlines.
- Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries, concerns, or requests from clients in a timely and satisfactory manner.
- Promoted environmental sustainability by implementing eco-friendly cleaning practices and reducing waste.
Cleaner
Self-employeed
Bloomington, IN
07.2007 - 07.2014
- Executed thorough cleaning and sanitization of residential and commercial spaces to ensure high hygiene standards.
- Developed efficient cleaning schedules to optimize time management and resource allocation for various projects.
- Utilized eco-friendly cruelty free products and tools to promote sustainability in cleaning practices while enhancing client satisfaction.
- Developed strong relationships with clients through professionalism and consistent delivery of reliable services tailored to their specific needs.
Education
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School
Scranton, PA03-2000
Skills
- Exceptional organization
- Office administration
- Data entry proficiency
- Appointment scheduling
- Report generation
- Email correspondence
- Scheduling expertise
- Animal care
- Animal nutrition
- Animal transport
- Animal observation
- Animal feeding
- Animal handling
- Problem-solving
- Dependable and responsible
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Guidance Secretary
School Board Of Highlands County
04.2023 - Current
Office Manager
First Christian Church Wauchula
03.2016 - 04.2023
Cleaner
Self-employeed
08.2014 - 03.2016
Cleaner
Self-employeed
07.2007 - 07.2014
High School Diploma -
Penn Foster High School