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Meil Leach

Lakeland,FL

Summary

With a solid foundation in both clerical support and paraprofessional roles. I bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of the processes vital to the smooth functioning of educational institutions. My proficiency in managing office tasks, maintaining accurate records, facilitating communication, strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to fostering a positive learning environment. Has equipped me with the empathy and patience required to ensure the success and well-being of all individuals in the educational community. I am eager to leverage my skills and dedication to contribute positively to a dynamic school environment and help foster an atmosphere conducive to learning and growth."

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Secretary

Spearfish Construction & Maintenance
07.2023 - 03.2024
  • Utilized excellent organizational skills to prioritize tasks effectively.
  • Organized office operations and procedures, including filing systems, data entry, and record keeping.
  • Drafted and sent out emails and memos for seamless communication.
  • Operated 10-key calculators, typewriters, and copy machines to perform calculations and produced documents. Answered incoming calls; directed them to appropriate personnel or took detailed messages when necessary.
  • Created spreadsheets and documents using Microsoft Office Suite applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
  • Processed and reviewed accuracy of information on vendor invoices against purchase orders or contracts to verify quantities, payment terms, and other key data prior to approving payment requests.
  • Matched order forms with invoices and recorded necessary information.
  • Utilized QuickBooks software to accurately track financial transactions and balance sheets.

Office Manager/Secretary

Pro-Form Painting
01.2012 - 06.2023

I had the same duties mentioned above at Spearfish Construction & Maintenance. With the addition of these duties below.


  • Managed day-to-day operations of the office, such as created staff and sub-contractor schedules, implemented office procedures, ordering supplies, maintaining equipment and managing calendars.
  • Resolved customer inquiries and complaints with timeliness and professionalism.
  • Developed strong relationships with local vendors to secure competitive prices on materials and services.
  • Maintained detailed logs documenting all completed repairs and preventive maintenance activities.

Cluster Para

Polk County School Board
01.2009 - 05.2011
  • Supervised students on school grounds and enforced administration policies and rules governing students.
  • Followed lesson plans left by the regular education teacher while they attended the IEP meeting.
  • Worked one-on-one with students to reinforce learning of materials.
  • Worked in small groups with curriculum materials.
  • Adapted teaching methods to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Bank Clerk/Teller

Huntington National Bank
05.1997 - 10.2000
  • Adhered to all security procedures related to handling cash, confidential information and other sensitive materials.
  • Worked collaboratively with colleagues to ensure smooth operations within the branch office.
  • Provided assistance in training new employees on proper use of banking software systems.
  • Reconciled discrepancies between actual cash amounts received versus amounts posted on ledger accounts.
  • Performed basic teller duties such as cashing checks, accepting deposits, and processing loan payments.
  • Balanced cash drawers daily to ensure accuracy of funds on hand.
  • Assisted customers in completing forms for new accounts and services.
  • Verified the accuracy of data entered into the computer system for record keeping purposes.
  • Provided exceptional customer service with prompt acknowledgment and accurate account services.
  • Investigated and resolved customer complaints in timely manner

Education

Certificate - Computer Office Management

Florida Career Insitute
Lakeland, FL
08.1996

High School Diploma -

Lake Gibson Senior High School
Lakeland, FL
05.1996

Skills

  • Keyboarding skills
  • File Management
  • Quickbooks
  • Data Verification
  • Data Entry
  • Excel spreadsheets
  • Multi-Line Telephone Systems
  • Customer Service
  • Organization
  • Confidentiality understanding
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Verbal and written communication

Certification

Highly Qualified ParaPro Assessment

Timeline

Secretary

Spearfish Construction & Maintenance
07.2023 - 03.2024

Office Manager/Secretary

Pro-Form Painting
01.2012 - 06.2023

Cluster Para

Polk County School Board
01.2009 - 05.2011

Bank Clerk/Teller

Huntington National Bank
05.1997 - 10.2000

Certificate - Computer Office Management

Florida Career Insitute

High School Diploma -

Lake Gibson Senior High School
Meil Leach