Laura I Sanchez
Kansas City
Summary
Professional, detail-oriented, motivated to drive projects from start to finish as part of a dynamic team.
Knowledgeable of Education with strong background in elementary school administration. Efficiently managed office tasks and provided essential support to teachers and staff, ensuring smooth daily operations. Demonstrated effective communication and organizational skills in dynamic school environment.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bilingual Elementary School Secretary
Kansas City Public Schools
05.2023 - Current
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring smooth functioning of school administrative tasks.
- Coordinated communication between teachers, parents, and administration to facilitate effective information flow.
- Maintained student records and files, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality in sensitive information management.
- Assisted in scheduling appointments and meetings for school staff, optimizing time management for educators.
- Implemented filing systems to streamline document retrieval, enhancing operational efficiency within the office.
- Supported event planning efforts for school functions, contributing to successful community engagement initiatives.
- Trained new administrative staff on office procedures and software applications to ensure consistency in operations.
- Maintained a welcoming atmosphere in the front office by greeting visitors professionally and addressing their inquiries promptly.
- Coordinated substitute teacher placements to minimize disruptions in classroom instruction.
- Assisted in creating a safe learning environment for students by monitoring visitor access to campus facilities during daytime hours.
- Ensured timely distribution of important announcements to staff members through email or printed memos.
- Enhanced communication between parents, teachers, and administrators through effective scheduling of meetings and events.
- Contributed to a positive school environment with good customer service skills when interacting with students, parents, and staff.
- Handled sensitive information discreetly while adhering to privacy guidelines set forth by the school district policy.
- Supported student success by maintaining accurate records on attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
02.2017 - 04.2018
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of patient rooms and equipment.
- Documented patient care activities accurately in electronic health records.
- Educated patients and families on health management and wellness strategies.
- Supported nursing staff during procedures by preparing necessary supplies and equipment.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar levels.
- Maintained a clean, safe environment by sanitizing surfaces, changing linens, and disposing of waste properly.
Education
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
Kansas City, MO01.2007
General Classes -
Penn Valley Community College
Kansas City, MO01.2010
Skills
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office
- Word, Publisher, Excel, Power Point
- Fast Learner of Computer Programs
- Bilingual: Spanish and English
- Ability to do several tasks at the same time
- Adaptable to my work environment
- Scheduling appointments
- Typing speed 40 wpm
- Document management
- Calendar management
- Proofreading
- Meeting preparation
- Teamwork
- Multitasking and time management
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Organizational skills
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Microsoft office
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Data entry
Certification
Para/ Substitute Certification
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Bilingual Elementary School Secretary
Kansas City Public Schools
05.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Children's Mercy Hospitals and Clinics
02.2017 - 04.2018
High School Diploma -
Northeast High School
General Classes -
Penn Valley Community College