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Nakiyah Hope LeSure

Vancouver,WA

Summary

Strong background in managing executive schedules, organizing meetings, and handling correspondence with high attention to detail. Demonstrates proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, travel arrangements, and project coordination while maintaining focus on accuracy and timely completion of tasks. Recognized for methodical approach to work, ensuring order and efficiency in all administrative operations. Seeking to leverage skills and a solid work ethic in the role of Executive Assistant.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Mahonia Public Affairs
Portland, OR
06.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated 40+ virtual and in-person meetings annually, including monthly OEDD Directors' calls and quarterly Loan Staff convenings, maintaining 100% on-time agenda delivery and meeting execution.
  • Managed 30+ event logistics yearly-including meals, RSVPs, speaker outreach, and venue details-with zero major logistical issues reported.
  • Created 50+ event materials (flyers, signs, banners, nameplates), contributing to a 60% increase in professional visual consistency across client events.
  • Ordered and coordinated 100+ catered meals annually for meetings and lobby days, fulfilling 100% of dietary accommodations requested.
  • Maintained RSVP and sign-in forms for 95% of all events, ensuring complete attendee tracking and post-event follow-up.
  • Supported campaign outreach (e.g., Salem Public Library events), helping increase voter and donor engagement by an estimated 25% through coordinated visuals and event support.
  • Scheduled meetings with 90+ legislators across 5+ lobby days, with 100% completion of personalized agendas and group coordination.
  • Drafted 10+ one-pagers and webpages tailored to policy priorities and legislator districts, contributing to a 35% increase in clarity and engagement among lobby day attendees.
  • Wrote or edited 10+ client testimonies, 100% of which were submitted on time for public hearings.
  • Attended and documented 50+ legislative hearings and 20+ campaign events, producing notes within 24 hours in 95% of cases to support rapid follow-up.
  • Managed and updated 3+ key tracking systems (event calendars, town hall lists, email databases), improving organizational visibility by 40%.
  • Helped coordinate 10+ endorsement interviews, prepping candidates and clients, with 100% interview completion and feedback delivery.
  • Designed and posted 25+ social media graphics and thank-you messages, increasing client engagement and stakeholder recognition by 30%.

PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Tree Hill Learning Center
Camas, WA
02.2021 - 06.2024

· Oversaw daily care and scheduling for up to 14 toddlers (ages 12–18 months) alongside a co-teacher, ensuring 100% adherence to safety and hygiene protocols throughout employment.

· Coordinated and executed 15+ structured weekly activity plans, improving child engagement and developmental milestone progress by over 85%, demonstrating transferable project and event planning skills.

· Maintained accurate records for 100% of students, including daily reports, dietary logs, and medication schedules, ensuring zero documentation errors and strengthening attention to detail.

· Sanitized and reset the classroom environment every hour and handled 30–40+ diaper changes daily, achieving a 98% cleanliness satisfaction ratefrom parent feedback surveys.

· Managed and organized three major classroom supply closets and teaching inventories, streamlining supply access and reducing material search time by over 40%.

· Served as primary point of contact for 10+ families, providing consistent updates and building strong relationships—resulting in 100% positive parent communication reviews.

· Supported and documented children's developmental progress toward age-appropriate milestones with 90%+ meeting or exceeding expectations, reinforcing skills in tracking and performance monitoring.

· Proactively identified and resolved safety concerns during daily inspections, addressing 100% of issues within 10 minutes and demonstrating rapid response and risk mitigation skills.

· Facilitated routines such as feeding, dressing, and toileting for all children, improving task efficiency by 35% over three months through process refinement and structured scheduling.

· Demonstrated high emotional intelligence and patience, contributing to a 95% reduction in behavioral disruptions and fostering a supportive and productive environment—paralleling conflict resolution and team support in administrative environments.

IN-HOME NANNY

Cunningham Family (via PB+J Collective)
Reno, NV
08.2020 - 12.2020
  • Facilitated routines for feeding, dressing, and toileting, enhancing efficiency by 35% in three months.
  • Applied emotional intelligence and patience, achieving a 95% reduction in behavioral disruptions.
  • Taught daily hygiene practices, with all children independently performing handwashing and toileting by age three.

Education

MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University
AZ
12.2021

BACHELOR OF ARTS - EDUCATION

Concordia University
OR
04.2020

Volunteer Experience

Basketball Camp Counselor, Concordia University, Portland, OR, July 2018

Basketball Camp Counselor, Jam On It, Sparks, NV, 2011- 2015

  • Supervised and maintained a safe play environment for 30+ children aged 5–16, resulting in zero safety incidents over multiple seasons.
  • Coached and led weekly basketball games and skill-building activities, increasing youth participation and engagement by over 50%.
  • Developed and implemented age-appropriate drills and team-building exercises, helping 90% of participants improve coordination and teamwork skills.
  • · Applied positive reinforcement techniques, resulting in a 45% reduction in behavioral challenges during practices and games.
  • Maintained open and consistent communication with 100% of parents, providing updates on behavior, participation, and progress.
  • Managed diverse age groups and facilitated a respectful, inclusive environment that promoted confidence, sportsmanship, and peer support.

Reading Coach, Faubion Elementary School, Portland, OR, Jan, 2016 - June, 2016

  • Provided 1:1 and small group support to 10+ early elementary students, helping them improve reading skills by an average of 30% over the course of the program.
  • Supported students performing below grade level, focusing on letter recognition, alphabet mastery, and foundational phonics skills—resulting in 85% of students mastering the full alphabet.
  • Helped students improve name-writing accuracy and confidence, with 90% of participants able to independently write their names by the end of the semester.
  • Delivered targeted support in sight word recognition, contributing to a 40% increase in word retention and fluency among participating students.

Accomplishments

  • 5-year Scholarship for basketball at Concordia University- Portland
  • Dean's List- Concordia University- Portland
  • Advanced High School Diploma
  • 4-Year Varsity Letter in Basketball & Tennis
  • Former NCAA Division II Student-Athlete
  • CPR/First Aid Certified

References

Available upon request

Timeline

EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT

Mahonia Public Affairs
06.2024 - Current

PRESCHOOL TEACHER

Tree Hill Learning Center
02.2021 - 06.2024

IN-HOME NANNY

Cunningham Family (via PB+J Collective)
08.2020 - 12.2020

MASTER OF EDUCATION - SPECIAL EDUCATION

Grand Canyon University

BACHELOR OF ARTS - EDUCATION

Concordia University
Nakiyah Hope LeSure