To obtain a career that utilizes my skills in areas of competence, enhances my knowledge and provides me with the opportunity to be part of a team that contributes towards the growth of the organization.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Operations
Girls Prep Bronx Middle School
01.2018 - Current
Assist Principal and Public Prep’s Managing Director of Operations in creating and managing the school’s budget and finances
Ensure invoices received by the school are submitted to Accounts Payable and correctly classified
Maintain accurate records of all financial transactions (deposits, student payments, emergency checks, etc.)
Participate in annual financial audit process as needed (i.e., manage financial documentation/filing process to ensure efficient year-end audit)
Ensure adherence to network’s fiscal policies and procedures
Oversee school-based purchasing by placing orders with vendors, tracking deliveries, and maintaining inventory.
Office Manager
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School
07.2015 - 01.2018
Answer all telephone calls in a friendly manner
Create and distribute verification letters ensuring a 48 hour turnaround time
Ensure a neat and clean area to ensure building is always ready for the community
Conduct outreach to engage families in their children’s education and maintain open lines of communication with families
Build relationships with families that support ongoing communication and involvement in school activities
Foster an attitude of cooperation and positive support with all school patrons and families
Work to build and support the Atmosphere Parent Alliance (APA) to provide assistance in establishing by-laws, holding elections and conducting their affairs
Organize events to increase parental and community involvement and create a welcoming school environment to families
Convene regular family meetings and events around topics of key concerns to parents
Work closely with all school, parent and community organizations to increase family involvement
Create and maintain systems to manage student and parent information appropriately
Train parents in PowerSchool so that they may access information about their student's progress
Learn and work with school specific adopted administrative technology (Google docs, email, PowerSchool)
Create, translate and proofread professional correspondence including letters, newsletters and other deliverables as needed
Lead school wide student recruitment efforts that promote the school and its student application, lottery and enrollment processes
Promote and represent the school at fairs, open houses and community events as appropriate
Oversee all aspects of free and reduced lunch programs including managing entire application process
Setup DOE school meals annually and ensure compliance with the Department of Health
Manage distribution of Student MetroCards
Keep an accurate inventory of MetroCards on ATS
Coordinate Saturday Academy transportation
Manage annual lottery and all middle school admissions processes, including application
Enroll new students in compliance with the charter law and other regulations
Maintain the school’s waiting list for admission
Maintain document, files and records (e.g., registration, student files, immunization records, etc.) for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail
Maintain the Student Information System
Maintain student records in ATS and generate reports
Manage student withdrawals
Oversee the school’s attendance process, ensuring the school is in compliance with all requirements
Collaborate with the Attendance Team to identify students needing additional supports and design support plans and next steps
Work with the Operations Manager to coordinate and administer school-wide testing
Ensure compliance with student confidentiality laws
Responsible for admissions compliance reports
Ensure compliance with all education laws affecting the health and safety of students; and ensure that students receive all required immunizations and health assessments, that proper student health records are maintained
Update student and parent email groups
Assist with logistics and preparations for school events and activities as needed, including but not limited to Parent-Teacher conferences, family orientation, Saturday enrichment days, year-end trips, etc
Distribute online calendars
Interim DOO Feb 2016-June 2016
Procurement
Manage operations and office assistants.
Operations Manager
Tech International Charter School
05.2014 - 06.2015
Manage all main office functions and daily school operations
Be physically present to answer and initiate telephone/email/mail/fax inquiries as well as respond to calls/email/voicemails/fax/mail
Keep the office equipment up to date and running and office neat and professional
Update and backup voicemail and greetings, checking phone and voicemails
Create and implement standard office procedures and policies
Manage the school calendars (internal and external)
Manage school deliveries and supplies/materials storage
Prepare and distribute all necessary printed and electronic communication for parents
Manage school-wide events such as report card conferences, student enrollment events and school orientations.
School Assistant
New Visions Charter High School for the Humanities
08.2012 - 04.2014
Cover telephones and reception desk in the front office
Daily attendance
Responsible for entering all student information into ATS and PowerSchool
Office maintenance
Responsible for the maintenance of student files.
Education
B.A. in Psychology -
CUNY Hunter College
New York, NY
06.2012
Skills
Strong verbal and written skills with good presentations in both English and Spanish
Great ability to get along with others in the workplace
Computer knowledgeable with extensive software proficiency for a wide variety of applications
Willing to try new things Also, interested in improving efficiency on assigned tasks
Strategic planning and execution
Operational Efficiency
Scheduling and Coordination
Teamwork and Collaboration
Timeline
Assistant Director of Operations
Girls Prep Bronx Middle School
01.2018 - Current
Office Manager
Atmosphere Academy Public Charter School
07.2015 - 01.2018
Operations Manager
Tech International Charter School
05.2014 - 06.2015
School Assistant
New Visions Charter High School for the Humanities
08.2012 - 04.2014
B.A. in Psychology -
CUNY Hunter College
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