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AdministrativeAssistant

Sherry Wood

York,PA

Summary

A responsible and challenging position as an Admissions Representative for a Nursing College that will utilize my background experience, expand my knowledge, and offer opportunities for personal and professional growth.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Administrative Assistant

Central York School District
03.2019 - 10.2025

Supporting the daily operations of the school office while fostering a welcoming and organized environment for students, staff, families, and visitors.


Play a key role in ensuring smooth communication and administrative support within the school.


Responsibilities include managing phone calls and correspondence, maintaining records, assisting with scheduling, supporting staff needs, and providing excellent customer service to all who enter the office.


Work closely with administrators, teachers, and staff to keep the school running efficiently and effectively.


Responsible for coordination of the main office and for providing administrative support to the building principal and assistant principal.


Provide clerical support to the building office area where assigned.


Assist in arranging and preparing for substitute teachers and members of support staff.


Assist in arranging for and maintaining records of class coverage as needed.


Enjoy working in a collaborative school environment and want to make a positive impact on the daily experiences of students and families.


Process student educational trip forms and field trip requests.


Perform all duties related to student attendance, process student applications and withdrawals.


Answer telephones and assist students, teachers and visitors.


Assist in reconciling support staff payroll and attendance records. Assist all employees with absences.


Perform other duties as assigned.




Substitute Teacher and Substitute Support Staff

Central York School District
08.2012 - 03.2019

Provide reliable daily support to students and staff in a variety of school settings.


Instructional support in classrooms, special education instructional support, cafeteria and recess supervision, and basic administrative support.


Assigned other duties as needed to meet the needs of the building.


Follow and implement lesson plans and instructional materials provided by the absent teacher to ensure a seamless and consistent learning experience for students.


Effectively manage classroom behavior and establish a positive, safe, and productive learning environment that aligns with CYSD and building policies.


Provide support and guidance to students, including those with special needs, to encourage participation and engagement.


Maintain accurate records, including student attendance, and leave detailed notes and feedback for the regular teacher upon their return.


Supervise students in and out of the classroom, including in the hallways, cafeteria, and during other non-classroom duties as assigned.



Account Manager

Quantum National Bank
09.2004 - 04.2005
  • Support and provide all administrative assistance to three commercial lenders
  • Preparation and completion of all documentation for closings
  • Liaison between attorneys and lenders
  • Point of contact for clients after loan closings
  • Handling requests and money transactions
  • Continuous review of file for updated material needed

Workers Compensation Claims Representative

Ace USA
06.2000 - 09.2004
  • Responsible for investigating Georgia jurisdictional managed medical and lost-time workers’ compensation claims
  • Determine compensability and channel appropriate medical care for those claims that meet Georgia Workers Compensation Law guidelines
  • Ensure timely commencement of all indemnity benefits and proper filing of state forms in order to avoid assessed penalties on behalf of employer/insurer
  • Ensure clients, brokers, and risk managers are apprised of all medical, legal, and financial issues involving high exposure claims
  • Make referrals to panel defense attorneys so all legal issues can be addressed in a timely manner as to avoid any assessed legal fees or sanctions by the board/court
  • Maintain appropriate reserves on files and settle those claims within discretionary settlement authority when prudent

Claims Assistant

Ace USA/Cigna
11.1998 - 06.2000
  • Obtain injured worker report and set up file
  • Maintain file and process all bill payments until lost time occurred
  • Customer service and administrative duties

Education

Bachelor of Social Work -

The University of Georgia
12.1997

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Data entry
  • Office administration
  • Relationship building
  • Time management
  • Microsoft Word
  • Administrative support
  • Microsoft Excel
  • File organization
  • Microsoft outlook
  • Clerical support
  • Documentation and recordkeeping
  • Office management
  • Dedicated team player

Timeline

Administrative Assistant

Central York School District
03.2019 - 10.2025

Substitute Teacher and Substitute Support Staff

Central York School District
08.2012 - 03.2019

Account Manager

Quantum National Bank
09.2004 - 04.2005

Workers Compensation Claims Representative

Ace USA
06.2000 - 09.2004

Claims Assistant

Ace USA/Cigna
11.1998 - 06.2000

Bachelor of Social Work -

The University of Georgia
Sherry Wood