Monica Majewski
Millbury,MA
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges.
Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Diligent worker and student focused in Education and dedication to prompt project completion and continual adaptation. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills
Motivated professional, offering Associate Degree in Elementary Education, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Assistant
New England Coaching
Framingham, MA
05.2019 - Current
- Composed letters, memos, reports, emails, presentations and other written correspondence as required by management staff.
- Entered data into spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel or other similar programs.
- Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
- Developed project plans for various tasks assigned by upper management.
- Monitored progress on projects assigned by upper management.
- Managed database systems containing customer contact information.
- Answered questions from customers regarding products and services offered by the company.
- Provided secretarial and office management support while building cooperative working relationships.
- Responded effectively to sensitive inquiries or complaints.
- Coordinated appointments, meetings and conferences.
- Composed correspondence, reports and meeting notes.
- Assisted with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
Foreign Affairs - Delegate
MCT/Organization for Prohibition Chemical Weapons
Brazil-Netherlands, IN
05.2010 - 06.2019
- Acted as a liaison between organization and delegates to ensure effective communication and collaboration.
- Created and maintained a database of delegates, sponsors, and potential partners.
- Gathered data from various sources to prepare reports on delegate activities and progress.
- Monitored delegate performance and provided feedback to ensure objectives were met efficiently.
- Maintained accurate records of all correspondence received from delegates including emails, letters, faxes.
- Provided administrative support to delegates by responding to inquiries in a timely manner.
- Facilitated communication between delegates by providing translation services when necessary.
- Organized training sessions for new delegates on policies, procedures and protocols.
- Created presentations or documents related to delegate activities for internal or external use.
- Ensured that all information regarding delegation was up-to-date by regularly updating the database.
- Conducted follow-up calls with delegates after events or meetings to assess satisfaction levels.
- Participated in team discussions on ways to improve processes related to delegations.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure successful implementation of delegated tasks.
- Upheld strong constituent relations with public meetings, community events and robust feedback system through office staff.
- Reviewed concerns of constituents to determine required governmental action.
- Built and deepened partnerships with other politicians to more effectively carry out agendas.
- Provided technical assistance to delegates during online meetings or webinars.
- Maintained up to date understanding of local, regional, national and international news and developments.
Bilingual Program Coordinator
Learn & Fun English Program
Brazil
01.2007 - 12.2009
- Developed and implemented bilingual programs for Portuguese-speaking families.
- Created and maintained relationships with local schools, community organizations, and other stakeholders to increase program participation.
- Organized and facilitated monthly meetings with parents of enrolled students to discuss progress and provide advice.
- Cultivated an environment of mutual respect among all participants in the program.
- Collaborated with staff members from multiple departments to develop new initiatives that would benefit bilingual learners.
- Provided guidance on language proficiency assessment tests for incoming students who were not native English speakers.
- Participated in professional development workshops related to multicultural education practices in order to stay up-to-date on best practices.
- Researched current trends in bilingual education at both national and international levels.
- Advised teachers on methods for differentiating instruction based on language proficiency level.
- Designed surveys aimed at gathering feedback from participants about their experiences within the program.
- Attended conferences focused on issues related to bilingualism in order to gain insights into new developments within this field.
- Facilitated conversations between parents and guardians regarding how they can best support their children's academic success.
- Scheduled and developed program activities in accordance with program needs.
- Collaborated with community leaders, organizations and public agencies to promote programs within community.
- Facilitated educational workshops, meetings and conferences associated with program.
- Evaluated program effectiveness to develop improved methods.
- Explained program offerings and requirements to participants and answered related questions.
- Conducted research and planning necessary to assist with program evaluation, assessment, and annual reports.
- Reviewed applications and documentation independently or in conjunction with supervisor to make decisions pertaining to programs.
- Utilized appropriate promotional or marketing methods to recruit program participants, members and volunteers.
- Collaborated with other departmental leaders to establish organizational goals, strategic plans and objectives.
- Trained employees on best practices and protocols while managing teams to maintain optimal productivity.
- Represented work unit at meetings or conferences to serve as liaison for requests or complaints.
Bilingual Teacher
School Of The Nations
Brazil
01.2000 - 12.2002
- Planned and implemented lesson plans in English to promote student understanding of language, culture and history.
- Created a supportive classroom environment that encouraged students to take risks with the language.
- Utilized various teaching methods including audio and visual aids, worksheets, games and songs to engage students.
- Assisted English learners with developing their English language proficiency while maintaining their native language fluency.
- Conducted parent conferences to discuss student progress in learning English.
- Evaluated student performance data from standardized tests and designed strategies for improvement.
- Advised parents about educational resources available for bilingual children.
- Attended professional development workshops related to bilingual education best practices.
- Participated in school events such as Open House nights or Parent-Teacher Conferences.
- Incorporated cultural elements into the curriculum by having guest speakers or hosting celebrations of holidays from different countries.
- Implemented behavior management techniques that promoted positive interactions among students.
- Communicated with other teachers and parents about bilingual students needs.
- Designed innovative lessons to teach [Subject] while increasing [Language] fluency.
- Adapted curriculums to fit bilingual classrooms and include all students.
- Built and strengthened positive relationships with students, parents and teaching staff.
- Participated in workshops, trainings and conferences to improve educational skills.
- Created and enforced child-based, hands-on curriculum to promote student interest and receptive learning.
- Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
- Met with administrators and department team members to work on curriculum planning and assessment methods.
- Evaluated students on monthly basis and adjusted lessons accordingly to incorporate improvements.
- Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
- Held conferences with parents to address questions, discuss academic progress and encourage learning goals.
- Received recognition for contributions to innovative concepts in classroom instruction.
- Planned and implemented lessons using various teaching strategies to meet diverse student needs.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Of Education
Florida Christian University
Orlando, FLSkills
- Data Entry Documentation
- Portuguese and Spanish Fluency
- Legal Administrative Support
- Multitasking and Prioritization
- Dedicated Team Player
- Deadline-Oriented
- Project Planning
- Professional and Mature
- Meticulous Attention to Detail
- Resourceful
- Coordination
- Training and Coaching
- Administrative Operations
- Strong Problem Solver
- Process Optimization
Languages
English
Professional
Portuguese
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional
Certification
- Paraprofessional in Education Certification, Norcross, Georgia
- Certified Elementary Teacher - Niteroi, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
Accomplishments
- Workshop: Portuguese Teaching as Heritage Language - Framingham State University - May 2019
Affiliations
- Bootcamp and Music as weekly activities to effectively works my body and soul.
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
New England Coaching
05.2019 - Current
Foreign Affairs - Delegate
MCT/Organization for Prohibition Chemical Weapons
05.2010 - 06.2019
Bilingual Program Coordinator
Learn & Fun English Program
01.2007 - 12.2009
Bilingual Teacher
School Of The Nations
01.2000 - 12.2002
Bachelor of Science - Of Education
Florida Christian University