Lindsay Comer
Mahwah,NJ
Summary
Organized and dedicated education professional with over eight years of experience in public education. Known for building positive relationships with students, families, staff, and community partners while maintaining professionalism, confidentiality, and attention to detail. Skilled at managing multiple priorities, meeting deadlines, coordinating schedules, and responding calmly and effectively in fast-paced environments. Brings a welcoming, service-oriented approach and a strong understanding of elementary school operations.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Prevention Consultant
Children's Aid and Family Services (NJ4S)
Fair Lawn, NJ
06.2024 - Current
- Partner with principals, school counselors, teachers, and community partners across Bergen County to orchestrate prevention programming and student support services.
- Coordinated meetings, presentations, school events, and outreach initiatives, effectively managing multiple projects and deadlines to ensure successful execution.
- Created educational content, reports, presentations, and correspondence utilizing Google Workspace and Canva.
- Manage confidential records and documentation while ensuring professionalism and discretion.
- Cultivated positive working relationships through clear and effective written and verbal communication, enhancing collaboration with stakeholders.
First Grade Teacher
River Edge Board of Education
River Edge, USA
10.2017 - 01.2024
- Managed the daily operations of an elementary classroom of 22+ students, while fostering a safe, welcoming, and organized learning environment.
- Maintained accurate student records, ensuring compliance with confidentiality standards.
- Successfully balanced instruction, assessments, meetings, paperwork, and family communication while consistently meeting deadlines.
- Exercised sound judgment and compassion in addressing student illnesses and behavioral concerns, fostering a supportive classroom atmosphere.
- Developed reading and writing curriculum adopted for district-wide implementation.
- Selected to pilot new instructional programs and mentor colleagues during implementation.
- Leveraged Frontline, Genesis, Google Workspace, and other district technology platforms to streamline instructional and administrative tasks.
Office Secretary
JAJ Construction
Mahwah, NJ
06.2007 - 09.2016
- Acted as primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and subcontractors, fostering strong relationships and facilitating smooth interactions.
- Managed daily office operations, ensuring seamless communication through phone and email, effective scheduling of appointments, and organized filing systems.
- Prioritized multiple responsibilities to maintain efficient office operations and deliver excellent customer service consistently.
- Prepared business correspondence, invoices, and project documentation.
- Maintained confidential business records with accuracy and professionalism.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - Communications and Elementary Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey
Wayne, NJ05-2005
Skills
- Office Administration & Front Office Support
- Organizational & Time Management Skills
- Multitasking in Fast-Paced Environments
- Strong Written & Verbal Communication
- Confidential Records Management
- Attention to Detail
- Calendar & Schedule Coordination
- Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
- Frontline Genesis Familiar with Realtime
- Positive Parent, Student & Staff Relations
Timeline
Prevention Consultant
Children's Aid and Family Services (NJ4S)
06.2024 - Current
First Grade Teacher
River Edge Board of Education
10.2017 - 01.2024
Office Secretary
JAJ Construction
06.2007 - 09.2016
Bachelor's Degree - Communications and Elementary Education
William Paterson University of New Jersey