SHAKIMA CANDELARIA
DRACUT,MA
Summary
Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Special Events Coordinator
Light It up With Candela
Dracut, MA
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Designed custom event layouts that maximized available space while maintaining a visually pleasing aesthetic.
- Provided exceptional on-site support during events, addressing any issues promptly and professionally.
- Implemented creative solutions for venue challenges, optimizing space usage and enhancing the overall guest experience.
- Staffed events by maintaining roster of available personnel and reliable service providers.
- Facilitated communication between internal events personnel and external vendors to quickly resolve any conflicts or concerns.
- Organized and implemented Type events with as many as Number guests.
- Collaborated with vendors and suppliers to ensure seamless delivery of exceptional event services.
- Negotiated favorable agreements with vendors and facilities to keep costs low and fulfill contract budget requirements.
- Increased event attendance through targeted marketing efforts and engaging promotional materials.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Community Teamwork
Lowell, Ma
06.2018 - 08.2020
- Updated contact lists regularly when changes occur in employee status or contact information
- Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel
- Facilitated communication between different departments within the organization
- Greeted visitors and provided general information about the company
- Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records
- Developed and maintained filing systems for confidential documents and records
- Answered questions from customers regarding services offered by the company
- Managed office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary
- Greeted visitors in a professional manner, responding to inquiries and directing them to appropriate personnel
- Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars
- Answered phone calls and emails to provide information, resulting in effective business correspondence
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships
- Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Facilitated collaboration within team by organizing regular meetings and tracking project progress.
- Organized company events to enhance team cohesion, coordinating logistics and catering for over 50 participants.
BUS MONITOR
Community Teamwork
Lowell, Ma
10.2016 - 06.2018
- Monitored student safety on bus routes, reducing incidents through vigilant supervision
- Collaborated with drivers to ensure timely schedules, improving overall efficiency
- Addressed and resolved behavioral issues, fostering a peaceful bus environment
- Enforced safety regulations by reminding passengers to remain seated
- Assisted drivers in keeping track of time schedules for arrival and departure times
- Monitored bus routes to ensure safe and timely transportation of passengers
- Monitored passenger behavior to ensure safety of all riders
- Maintained strong proficiency in CPR, First Aid and rescue techniques to provide optimal support to individuals in distress
- Helped drivers monitor and manage student actions to maintain bus safety
- Worked alongside students, parents and school personnel to provide all riders with safe and enjoyable experiences
- Maintained daily logs of trips, noting any incidents or irregularities that occurred along the way
- Assisted driver in monitoring and managing student behaviors to promote safety.
- Collaborated with school staff to develop personalized plans for students requiring additional assistance during transportation.
- Detailed factors such as weather, incidents, and aid rendered in daily reports to management.
- Kept student personal and medical information in strictest confidence.
- Continuously updated knowledge of applicable laws and regulations governing school transportation services to ensure compliance at all times.
- Enhanced student safety by diligently monitoring behavior and addressing issues promptly.
Education
Medical Assistant - undefined
Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln
Lowell, ma12.2012
Skills
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Data Entry
- Organizational Skills
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
- Multicultural sensitivity
- Branding development
- Social media promotion
- Entertainment booking
- Vendor negotiation
- Accommodation arrangements
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Multitasking and organization
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Event setup and breakdown
- Food service
- Hospitality management
- Client relationship development
- Scheduling
- Digital marketing
- Social media marketing
- Room setup and breakdown
- Branding
- Records maintenance
- Event marketing
- Event planning
Languages
Spanish
Full Professional
Timeline
Special Events Coordinator
Light It up With Candela
01.2023 - 01.2024
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Community Teamwork
06.2018 - 08.2020
BUS MONITOR
Community Teamwork
10.2016 - 06.2018
Medical Assistant - undefined
Lincoln Technical Institute-Lincoln