NICOLE COLOMBO
Issaquah,WA
Summary
Dynamic office professional dedicated to streamlining office operations and enhancing communication within educational settings. Skilled in managing confidential records, coordinating between stakeholders, and providing exceptional administrative support to improve overall organizational effectiveness.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Professional/School Registrar
ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT – SUNSET ELEMENTARY
01.2025 - Current
- Improved class scheduling and enrollment processes, ensuring timely integration of new students into the academic environment.
- Enhanced attendance tracking and family communication through the implementation of attendance letters, fostering informed engagement and accountability.
- Strengthened student safety by closely monitoring health and disciplinary referrals, implementing preventative measures for at-risk students.
- Streamlined administrative operations by managing daily office tasks, organizing files, and facilitating communication among teachers, parents, and administration to support student needs.
- Provided comprehensive administrative support to staff, including scheduling appointments, maintaining calendars, and ensuring confidentiality of sensitive student information.
Paraprofessional
ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT – CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY
03.2024 - 01.2025
- Provided one-on-one support for students exhibiting escalated behaviors.
- Implemented safety care training to de-escalate student situations.
- Enforced discipline policies and ensured safety rule adherence to maintain a secure learning environment.
- Assisted students in resolving minor playground conflicts to promote harmony.
- Input SWIS reports into PBIS online system to maintain accurate student behavior records.
- Organized curriculum materials and supplied teachers with necessary resources.
- Collaborated with staff to promote a positive and inclusive school culture.
- Modified classroom activities to reinforce learning objectives effectively
Teacher’s Aide/Program Support
THE GODDARD SCHOOL
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Facilitated effective classroom management to maintain a positive learning environment.
- Engaged students from infancy to preschool, tailoring activities to support developmental milestones.
- Assisted in implementing curriculum to enhance educational outcomes.
- Ensured safety, quality, and consistency of care for all students.
- Maintained inclusive culture, ensuring compliance with quality assurance, accreditation, and licensing standards.
- Fostered teamwork, establishing trust-based relationships with families to enhance student support.
- Redesigned and refreshed classroom decorations to create an engaging learning space. and managed child portfolios and attendance logs.
- Prepared and signed accident reports for any injuries sustained by children.
Noon Duty Supervisor
PLACENTIA YORBA LINDA SCHOOL DISTRICT – WAGNER ELEMENTARY
01.2023 - 06.2023
- Supervised students during play and meal times, promoting safety and encouraging active engagement.
- Monitored safety rule compliance and enforced school discipline policies to maintain a secure environment.
- Guided students in sportsmanship and respect, fostering a supportive environment.
- Facilitated resolution of playground conflicts among students, strengthening social skills and peer relationships.
- Maintained a harmonious dining atmosphere, promoting positive student interactions.
- Reported unauthorized activities and individuals to appropriate authorities on school grounds.
- Prepared and signed accident reports for any student injuries sustained.
Volunteer
THE WELL FOURSQUARE CHURCH
03.2019 - 07.2023
- Planned and developed program agendas, budgets, and services for women's events.
- Recruited and onboarded volunteers and staff, enhancing support for event initiatives.
- Collaborated with staff teams to meet deadlines and increase fundraising efforts.
- Cultivated an enthusiastic atmosphere at events, increasing crowd engagement and participation.
- Streamlined guest registration process, minimizing wait times and improving participant experience.
- Organized registration process for event participants, ensuring smooth check-in.
- Facilitated online chat for Sunday service on YouTube, enhancing viewer interaction.
- Configured furniture and equipment layout to enhance visual appeal for celebrations.
Intern
ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2012 - 12.2013
- Mentored students in outreach program, fostering personal and academic growth.
- Developed a database system to organize and track foster youth information.
- Collected and entered data on students receiving services to support program reporting and evaluation.
- Handled student inquiries and directed calls to appropriate staff, enhancing communication and support.
- Processed student intake forms to streamline program enrollment and participation.
Education
Master's - Leadership Studies
VANGUARD UNIVERSITY
Costa Mesa, CA06-2017
Bachelor's - Social Work
CAL STATE LOS ANGELES
Los Angeles, CA06-2013
Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Outlook management
- Organizational skills
- Event planning
- Crisis response
- Community outreach
- Volunteer recruitment
- Team collaboration
- Team leadership
- Time management
- Multitasking
- Adaptability
- Dependability
Volunteer Experience
- Ayso Volunteer, American Youth Soccer Organization, Placentia, CA, 08/01/21, Spring 2023, Organize team roster for coaches, Assist parents with volunteer signups for snacks & game day responsibilities, Collect team dues, Provide snacks to team mid- & post-game, Assist coaches in contacting parents with game information/changes, Assist in setup & tear-down of field equipment, Attend AYSO informational meetings, Plan & host team party, Be the team’s biggest cheerleader, Encourage parents to engage in positive interaction with players, coaches, & referees
- Counselor Advocate & Counselor Advocate Trainer, Peace Over Violence, Los Angeles, CA, 10/01/12, 03/01/14, Provide crisis services for victims and survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence, Assist in process of completing temporary restraining orders, Develop working relationships with local law enforcement, Phone outreach/follow-up to survivors who have made reports with law enforcement, Train incoming counselor-advocates to provide crisis services on the hotline, DART & SART teams (crisis response team)
Languages
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Office Professional/School Registrar
ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT – SUNSET ELEMENTARY
01.2025 - Current
Paraprofessional
ISSAQUAH SCHOOL DISTRICT – CHALLENGER ELEMENTARY
03.2024 - 01.2025
Teacher’s Aide/Program Support
THE GODDARD SCHOOL
09.2023 - 03.2024
Noon Duty Supervisor
PLACENTIA YORBA LINDA SCHOOL DISTRICT – WAGNER ELEMENTARY
01.2023 - 06.2023
Volunteer
THE WELL FOURSQUARE CHURCH
03.2019 - 07.2023
Intern
ANAHEIM UNION HIGH SCHOOL DISTRICT
09.2012 - 12.2013
Master's - Leadership Studies
VANGUARD UNIVERSITY
Bachelor's - Social Work
CAL STATE LOS ANGELES