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Lori Smith

Sanderson,TX

Summary

Experienced administrative professional equipped to excel in district-level coordination and support. Skilled in managing complex schedules, organizing events, and maintaining accurate records. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving results. Known for reliability, effective communication, and attention to detail. Prepared to contribute to organizational success through strategic administrative support.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

District Secretary/PEIMS Coordinator

Terrell County ISD
08.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated travel arrangements for administrators attending conferences or professional development opportunities.
  • Maintained accurate records of district policies, procedures, and guidelines for easy access during decision-making processes.
  • Contributed to a positive work environment by fostering open communication between staff members and administrators.
  • Increased community engagement through effective planning and execution of special events and public forums.
  • Enhanced district communication by developing and distributing informative newsletters, memos, and meeting agendas.
  • Provided timely responses to inquiries from parents, community members, or school board members seeking information about the district's programs or procedures.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities by managing competing priorities effectively, ensuring that essential tasks were completed accurately and on schedule.
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and maintain expertise in administrative best practices.
  • Managed sensitive information with discretion, ensuring confidentiality in all aspects of district administration.
  • Updated contact databases regularly, ensuring accuracy in vital communications among stakeholders involved with the district's operations.
  • Reduced errors in reporting by meticulously proofreading documents before submission to higher authorities or public release.
  • Streamlined office operations for increased efficiency by implementing new filing systems and organized communication tools.
  • Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
  • Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
  • Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
  • Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
  • Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
  • Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
  • Interacted with vendors, contractors and professional services personnel to receive orders, direct activities, and communicate instructions.
  • Increased office participation in special events by creating a weekly employee email with detailed calendars and other updates.
  • Entered data, generated reports, and produced tracking documents for major state mandated submissions, up to 7 times a year.
  • Enhanced operational workflows by maintaining well-organized documentation systems and updating records accurately as needed.
  • Implemented digital filing system, drastically reducing retrieval times and improving document organization.

Special Education Instructional Aide / Substitute

Terrell County ISD
09.2018 - 05.2022
  • Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on best practices within the field of special education.
  • Documented behaviors, implemented interventions, and treatment results.
  • Assisted teachers and worked individually with students with special needs, helping each navigate education system.
  • Collaborated with teachers to help with classroom and workload management.
  • Monitored classroom to observe students' progress in developing skills as well as manage distracting or inappropriate behavior.
  • Monitored student progress and adjusted support strategies accordingly, ensuring continuous growth and development of skills.
  • Worked closely with general education teachers to modify lesson plans, ensuring accommodations were effectively implemented for students with special needs.
  • Assisted in developing behavior management strategies, reducing disruptive behaviors and promoting a positive learning environment.
  • Served as a positive role model for students, demonstrating strong work ethic, problem-solving skills, and empathy towards others.
  • Provided one-on-one assistance to students with special needs, reinforcing concepts taught during class time and helping them build confidence in their abilities.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Columbia Gorge Community College
The Dalles

Skills

  • Office administration
  • Document preparation
  • Calendar management
  • Meeting coordination
  • Report generation
  • Travel coordination
  • Multitasking and time management
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Adaptable learner
  • Customer service
  • Attention to detail
  • Consistent reliability

Timeline

District Secretary/PEIMS Coordinator

Terrell County ISD
08.2022 - Current

Special Education Instructional Aide / Substitute

Terrell County ISD
09.2018 - 05.2022

Associate of Applied Science - Accounting

Columbia Gorge Community College

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