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Monique Bass

Lyndhurst,NJ

Summary

Goal-oriented individual with a pleasant personality and a tenacity that knows no restrictions. A multitasking Liaison considered highly ambitious, willing to meet or exceed monthly quotas and capable of maximizing brand awareness.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Para Professional

East Orange Board Of Education
East Orange, NJ
09.2019 - Current
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
  • Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
  • Kept classrooms clean, neat and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Identified warning signs of emotional or developmental problems and reported to parents.
  • Maintained head count and attendance sheets.
  • Assisted and mentored students in groups of up to 6 by reviewing lesson teachings.

Concierge

Square One Events/ Madison Square Garden
New York, NY
11.2012 - 03.2020
  • Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
  • Supported organization's goals by assuring projects aligned with mission of knowledge, information, expertise and experiences in speech and language pathology.
  • Greeted clients and visitors in a friendly, courteous manner.
  • Performed clerical tasks, including answering incoming phone calls, sorting mail and sending correspondence. 
  • Coordinated travel accommodations for staff and out-of-town visitors, including vouchers, agendas and transportation.

Substitute Teacher

Lyndhurst Board Of Education
Lyndhurst, NJ
01.2016 - 06.2019
  • Completed documentation of attendance, grades, and other required details.
  • Taught diverse subjects for grades K-12, successfully delivering seamless teaching in the absence of the regular teacher.
  • Proctored quizzes, tests, and standardized examinations.
  • Led classroom activities for play-based and immersive learning.
  • Maintained a safe and orderly classroom.
  • Promoted learning by maintaining classroom management and discipline.
  • Instructed, tutored, and mentored individual students.
  • Utilized technology to enhance student education and grasp of materials.

Promotions Coordinator

Marlos Cocktail Lounge
Irvington, NJ
08.2012 - 09.2018
  • Collected performance data on each promotion in order to better plan future events.
  • Developed contests and sweepstakes, including rules, contracts and revenue-generating strategies.
  • Developed and deepened relationships with key customers by closely monitoring projects, providing information and resolving concerns.
  • Directed and coordinated marketing activities and policies to promote products and services.
  • Created and maintained company web pages using HTML and CSS.
  • Worked closely with clients to identify their needs and challenges and provide solutions-oriented campaign themes.

Assistant Manager

Key Club
Newark, NJ
06.2010 - 08.2012
  • Encouraged sales staff to cross-sell complementary products and services to customers.
  • Managed weekly inventory transactions by creating templates to ensure optimal food and beverage stock.
  • Provided excellent customer service, driving membership loyalty and increasing customer satisfaction rates.
  • Managed opening and closing procedures and recommended changes to enhance efficiency of daily activities.
  • Recruited, interviewed and hired individuals who would bring passion and dedication to the positions at hand.
  • Handled scheduling to ensure proper staffing for high-volume shifts and seasonal promotions.
  • Addressed problems with customers to promote quick and successful resolution.

Production Assistant

MSNBC
New York, NY
02.2003 - 12.2008
  • Reviewed the activities for the production team and made sure that tasks were completed in a timely manner.
  • Supervised the wardrobe, hair and makeup needs for several On-Air guest at once. 
  • Completed a wide range of task in diverse filming areas as needed.
  • Stayed alert, active and ready to respond to any request at any time using a variety of available resources.
  • Communicated with other crew members via walkie talkies.

Administrative Assistant

MSNBC
Secaucus, NJ
06.1997 - 03.2003
  • Operated a high volume multiple-call telephone switchboard console.
  • Ensured the successful completion of special projects to exceed the goals of both the Facilities department and the overall organization.
  • Operated office photocopiers, coordinated travel arrangements, maintained office bulletin board and assisted staff with clerical or procedural requirements.
  • Entered and sorted data accurately after establishing data entry priorities and procedures.
  • Coordinated board and committee meetings, including schedules, information preparation and distribution.
  • Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.
  • Coordinated travel accommodations for staff and out-of-town visitors, including vouchers, agendas and transportation.

Bartender

Marlos Cocktail Lounge
Irvington, NJ
06.2004 - 06.2010
  • Organized bar inventory and storage procedures to keep stock within optimal levels and meet expected customer demands.
  • Designed special drink and cocktail offerings on monthly basis as part of seasonal offerings.
  • Recruited and trained new bartenders and barbacks and scouted and auditioned performers for various special events.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers and taking inventory.
  • Kept bar presentable and well-stocked to meet all customer needs.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Media/Communications

Jersey City State College
Jersey City, NJ
1998

Skills

  • Advertisement/Marketing
  • Control room floor
  • Fast learner
  • Field production
  • Works well under pressure
  • Leadership
  • Skilled multi-tasker
  • Project Management

Timeline

Para Professional

East Orange Board Of Education
09.2019 - Current

Substitute Teacher

Lyndhurst Board Of Education
01.2016 - 06.2019

Concierge

Square One Events/ Madison Square Garden
11.2012 - 03.2020

Promotions Coordinator

Marlos Cocktail Lounge
08.2012 - 09.2018

Assistant Manager

Key Club
06.2010 - 08.2012

Bartender

Marlos Cocktail Lounge
06.2004 - 06.2010

Production Assistant

MSNBC
02.2003 - 12.2008

Administrative Assistant

MSNBC
06.1997 - 03.2003

Bachelor of Arts - Media/Communications

Jersey City State College
Monique Bass