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Margrete Cortez

Big Spring,Texas

Summary

Dedicated professional with solid background in high-volume office environments focused on delivering exceptional clerical and operational support for professionals. Upbeat individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight. Well-versed in managing office supplies, paperwork and project needs. Organized Administrative Assistant known for productivity and efficient task completion. Specialize in time management, data entry, and customer service skills. Excel at communication, problem-solving, and adaptability, ensuring smooth office operations and positive stakeholder interactions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Endurance Lift Solutions
Big Spring, TX
05.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
  • Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel.
  • Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
  • Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
  • Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
  • Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
  • Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level.
  • Greeted visitors and provided general information about the company.
  • Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
  • Managed daily office operations and maintained office supplies inventory, ensuring efficient workplace functionality.
  • Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.

Paraprofessional

Coahoma Elementary School
Coahoma, TX
09.2017 - 08.2022
  • Supported the execution of tailored learning programs for special needs students.
  • Supervised small groups of students during instruction time.
  • Helped implement behavior management strategies for individual students.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to teachers and parents.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of individualized education plans for students with special needs.
  • Facilitated communication between educators, administrators, and parents regarding student progress.
  • Ensured that all safety regulations were followed in the classroom environment.
  • Developed creative learning activities that engage all types of learners.
  • Participated in parent and teacher conferences to discuss student progress and challenges.
  • Created and maintained positive relationships with students, parents, and colleagues.
  • Provided guidance to students in the classroom setting.
  • Observed students to help teachers identify potential learning blocks and opportunities for support.
  • Assisted children at stations during small-group learning periods.
  • Supplied one-on-one attention to each student during group activities.
  • Implemented positive reinforcement techniques such as verbal praise or tangible rewards when appropriate.
  • Assisted teachers in managing challenging behaviors associated with Autism Spectrum Disorder while maintaining a safe learning environment.
  • Observed student behaviors, documented progress notes, collected data, wrote reports and maintained records related to student's academic progress.
  • Maintained professional relationships with families by providing guidance, resources, advocacy and support services as needed.
  • Created positive learning environments that promoted social interactions between peers and adults within the classroom setting.
  • Provided one-on-one instruction to students with Autism Spectrum Disorders in a classroom setting.
  • Applied positive reinforcement to redirect negative behaviors.

Communicated and collaborated well with educators from various grade levels.

Front Desk Receptionist

AllState
Big Spring, TX
08.2021 - 05.2022
  • Performed data entry into computer systems to maintain accurate records of customer information.
  • Processed payments from customers using a variety of payment methods including credit cards, checks and money orders.
  • Reconciled daily financial transactions against cash receipts at the end of each day's business activity.
  • Assisted with scheduling appointments for clients and visitors.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately, balancing the register at the end of each shift.
  • Responded to customer inquiries via phone, email, and in person.
  • Maintained an organized reception area and ensured that all guests were attended to promptly.
  • Answered incoming calls, redirected callers to the appropriate personnel or department and took messages as needed.
  • Greeted customers warmly and made them feel welcome.
  • Handled sensitive information in a confidential manner.
  • Provided excellent customer service by responding quickly to inquiries via phone or email in a professional manner.
  • Updated customer information in databases regularly to ensure accuracy of records.
  • Provided administrative support such as filing documents, photocopying and scanning materials.
  • Managed incoming and outgoing mail, courier services, faxes and other correspondence.

Education

High School Diploma -

Grady ISD
Lenorah, TX
05-1980

Skills

  • Document organization
  • Customer engagement
  • Inventory management
  • Mail coordination
  • Effective communication
  • Mail management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Professional phone etiquette
  • Office management
  • 10-key proficiency

Affiliations

I enjoy gardening, crocheting, helping my mother and attending grandchildren sport events.

My husband and I enjoy driving back roads and enjoying Gods amazing creation.

Languages

Spanish
Professional

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Endurance Lift Solutions
05.2022 - Current

Front Desk Receptionist

AllState
08.2021 - 05.2022

Paraprofessional

Coahoma Elementary School
09.2017 - 08.2022

High School Diploma -

Grady ISD
Margrete Cortez