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Education
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Sietske Boersma

Metaline,WA

Summary

Dynamic professional with experience as a Payroll Specialist at Dirksen Transportation, excelling in payroll processing and customer service. Proven ability to manage high-stress situations as a Dispatcher, ensuring timely delivery and effective communication. Skilled in classroom management and small group instruction, fostering collaboration and positive outcomes in educational settings.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraeducator

Selkirk Schools
09.2023 - 06.2025
  • Assisted students in achieving academic goals by providing one-on-one tutoring and small group instruction in various subjects.
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Assisted teachers in managing classrooms effectively by maintaining clear expectations, enforcing rules consistently, and reinforcing positive behavior choices.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.

Dispatcher

Gardner Trucking
01.2013 - 01.2015
  • Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
  • Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely delivery of goods and materials.
  • Directed dispatching, routing, and tracking of 100 fleet vehicles.
  • Tracked delivery progress to identify possible delays and provide real-time updates to customers.
  • Planned, organized, and managed work of subordinate staff to accomplish consistent work within organizational standards.
  • Adapted quickly to changing situations, ensuring uninterrupted dispatch operations during emergencies.
  • Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow during shift changes.
  • Promoted teamwork among colleagues by proactively assisting others when needed.

Payroll Specialist

Dirksen Transportation
09.2010 - 01.2013
  • Assisted employees with inquiries regarding their paychecks, deductions, and other related issues, providing clear and concise communication.
  • Provided customer service to employees regarding payroll inquiries and issues.
  • Performed calculations in overtime, vacation, and sick hours to provide accurate data to payroll processing database.
  • Verified and submitted timekeeping information for accurate and efficient payroll processing.
  • Resolved payroll discrepancies quickly and successfully.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality of all payroll information and records.
  • Documented and processed all garnishments for bankruptcies, student loans, and child support orders.

Education

Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting

ITT Technical Institute
Lathrop, CA
06-2013

Skills

  • Small group instruction
  • Classroom management
  • Collaborative teamwok
  • Payroll processing
  • Time sheet review
  • Payroll administration
  • Payroll auditing
  • Telephone and email etiquette
  • Processing wage withholding orders

Timeline

Paraeducator

Selkirk Schools
09.2023 - 06.2025

Dispatcher

Gardner Trucking
01.2013 - 01.2015

Payroll Specialist

Dirksen Transportation
09.2010 - 01.2013

Associate of Science - Architectural Drafting

ITT Technical Institute
Sietske Boersma