Sarah Tanaka
Summary
Dedicated and organized Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Elementary School Secretary
Hanalani Schools
05.2023 - Current
- Enhanced communication between parents, teachers, and administrators through effective scheduling of meetings and events.
- Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Supported student success by maintaining accurate records on attendance, grades, and other pertinent information.
- Contributed to a positive school environment with excellent customer service skills when interacting with students, parents, and staff.
- Coordinated substitute teacher placements to minimize disruptions in classroom instruction.
- Collaborated effectively with school administration team to ensure smooth daily operations in the main office area.
- Supported the school''s mission and vision through active participation in faculty meetings, committees, and other collaborative efforts with colleagues.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Completed forms, reports, logs and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
Chiropractic Assistant
The Chiropractic Studio
10.2021 - Current
- Managing and scheduling patient appointments
- Corresponding with clients through email and phone
- Working with insurance companies to determine coverage.
Teacher
Excel Church Preschool
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Led parent-teacher conferences
- Organized/supervised class excursions
- Delivered daily curricular instruction
- Supervised groups of 20+ children.
Teacher
Mililani Community Church Preschool
01.2017 - 01.2018
- Organized parent-teacher conferences
- Prepared lesson plans
- Opening/closing the school as needed
- Delivered curricular instruction and led group activities on campus.
English Teacher
All Nations Christian School
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Led private and group instruction
- Completed administrative tasks (making copies, curriculum prep, responding to emails and answering phone calls).
Personal Care Assistant
BrightStar Care Honolulu
01.2011 - 01.2013
- Record keeping of patient care
- In charge of patient/client care and safety.
Education
BSc in Psychology -
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Lynchburg, VA12.2012
Undergraduate coursework -
CORBAN UNIVERSITY
Salem, OR12.2010
Skills
- Customer Service
- Office Administration
- Calendar Management
- Recordkeeping
- Time-management
- Problem-solving
- Strong Organization
- Paperwork Processing
- Complaint Handling
Interests Personal Life
Family, Traveling, Cooking, People, Reading, Married with two children
References
A list of references may be provided upon request
Timeline
Elementary School Secretary
Hanalani Schools
05.2023 - Current
Chiropractic Assistant
The Chiropractic Studio
10.2021 - Current
Teacher
Excel Church Preschool
01.2018 - 01.2020
Teacher
Mililani Community Church Preschool
01.2017 - 01.2018
English Teacher
All Nations Christian School
01.2013 - 01.2014
Personal Care Assistant
BrightStar Care Honolulu
01.2011 - 01.2013
BSc in Psychology -
LIBERTY UNIVERSITY
Undergraduate coursework -
CORBAN UNIVERSITY
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