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Sarah Richardson

Fort Worth,TX

Summary

Goal-oriented legal assistant experienced in providing administrative support to legal departments with focus on document management. Demonstrated ability in interpreting legal documents and policies. Dedicated Customer Service professional with knowledge of service delivery and proven multitasking abilities. Committed to maintaining professional relationships to increase profitability and drive business results. Enthusiastic educator with communication and interpersonal skills necessary to lead classrooms and execute lesson plans. Provides instruction and guidance to students of all ages. Creates positive classroom environments and effectively manages student behavior.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Legal Assistant

Ross And Matthews PC
07.2021 - Current
  • Organized documents to manage paper and electronic filing systems of clients.
  • Responded to client inquiries to provide accurate legal advice and offer assistance.
  • Worked alongside attorneys, administrative assistants, and fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
  • Prepared and drafted correspondence and legal forms to maintain smooth communications.
  • Managed accounts and client records of clients, observing confidentiality, and extreme discretion.

Nanny

Joan Abernathy
08.2020 - 05.2021
  • Prepared meals and snacks for children based on dietary guidelines.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties as well as running errands.
  • Built positive and nurturing environments to support child social and emotional growth.
  • Supported children in play activities, meals, and snacks, hygiene and socialization.
  • Monitored schedules to maintain sleeping, eating, and school schedules for children.
  • Engaged with children on age-appropriate level.
  • Assisted children with homework assignments and special projects across different subjects.

Substitute Teacher

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2019 - 03.2020
  • Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
  • Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
  • Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
  • Organized and cleaned teaching areas after daily use to maintain high standards for returning teachers or other substitutes.
  • Kept accurate and current attendance records and assignment sheets to maintain file compliance.
  • Assigned, explained and graded homework.
  • Adapted lesson plans and student activities to meet needs of students with special learning needs.
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback to students, parents and school administrators.
  • Implemented classroom management techniques to maintain positive learning environment.

AVID Tutor

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2019
  • Served as academic and social resource for high school and middle school students, leading writing process improvements, study skills, note-taking, test-taking skills and overall stress management.
  • Encouraged students to develop perseverance mindset while teaching long-term visualization of success.
  • Conducted private and group instruction to improve academic performance, enhance occupational skills and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Developed positive reinforcement techniques to provide feedback to students while building individual confidence levels.
  • Assisted students in developing study skills and strategies.
  • Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
  • Guided students through skillset self-discovery to navigate career and college decision processes.
  • Supported students in development of critical thinking skills and perseverance to persist with challenging tasks.
  • Facilitated small group and one-on-one tutoring sessions focusing on academic subject areas.
  • Collaborated with teachers, administrators and parents to determine how best to support student success.
  • Motivated students with accurate feedback and positive reinforcement.
  • Mentored and coached students with focus on developing independence and self-confidence.
  • Assessed student learning needs and provided relevant instruction to close knowledge gaps.

After School Program Teacher

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016
  • Worked cooperatively with other teachers, administrators, and parents to help students reach learning objectives.
  • Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
  • Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
  • Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
  • Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve student participation and hands-on learning.
  • Graded and evaluated student assignments, papers, and course work.
  • Advised and counseled students to help them develop skills and knowledge required to succeed.
  • Planned and implemented integrated lessons to meet national standards.
  • Implemented creative ways to foster curiosity for complex principles through hands-on learning and planned activities.
  • Supported student teachers by mentoring on classroom management, lesson planning, and activity organization.

Education

Bachelor of Science - History

Texas Woman’s University
Denton, Texas
12.2019

Associate of Arts -

Tarrant County College District
Fort Worth, TX
12.2017

Skills

  • Document Preparation
  • Writing and Editing
  • Quality Control
  • Creative Lesson Plan Development
  • Parent and Student Communication
  • Technology Integration
  • Student-Centered Learning
  • Customer Relations
  • Report Preparation
  • Active Listening
  • Customer Service

Timeline

Legal Assistant

Ross And Matthews PC
07.2021 - Current

Nanny

Joan Abernathy
08.2020 - 05.2021

Substitute Teacher

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2019 - 03.2020

AVID Tutor

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2016 - 05.2019

After School Program Teacher

Fort Worth Independent School District
08.2015 - 05.2016

Bachelor of Science - History

Texas Woman’s University

Associate of Arts -

Tarrant County College District

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