Sonja McGinnis
Mechanicsville,VA
Summary
Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a proven track record in providing high-level administrative support and enhancing operational efficiency. Expertise in managing complex schedules, coordinating meetings, and streamlining communication across teams to drive productivity. Strong ability to adapt to fast-paced environments while maintaining a focus on delivering exceptional service. Eager to contribute skills and experience to the Executive Assistant role at Capital One Software, supporting leadership in achieving strategic objectives.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Administrative Assistant III, Senior Coordinator
Capital One Software
06.2022 - Current
- Active team player with strong technology skills, able to work efficiently and autonomously, making decisions on behalf of my leaders.
- Currently supporting an MVP, as well as Senior Directors within Business Development.
- Organize meetings and manage calendars to optimize executive schedules.
- Coordinate travel arrangements, ensuring cost-effective solutions, and adherence to policies.
- Work collaboratively with all leaders, administrative staff, and other coworkers at Capital One.
- Communicate effectively and promptly with others on scheduling for leaders, and align the schedules of both internal and external executives.
- Work autonomously and within deadlines.
- Manage the agenda for the team meetings.
- Create and manage distribution lists.
- Review and approve access requests on behalf of my manager.
- Plan and lead team engagement activities.
- Arrange meetings and extensive business travel for leaders who are spread out remotely.
- Proactively plan, thinking through obstacles to achieve optimal productivity for the leaders.
- Work on ad-hoc projects for the team: Lead training for software assistants and Heart-Centered Leadership Initiative.
- Prepare agendas and other written correspondence for my leaders.
- Problem-solving skills within technology, and helping others with their needs and questions.
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
11.2018 - 08.2021
- Collaborative member of the Instructional Technology team with integral technology skills, including extensive knowledge and training in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Schoology, PowerSchool, Performance Matters, iPad management, and various other educational technology programs.
- Responsible for developing innovative solutions for content presentation and computer-based training (CBT) modules.
- Led professional development workshops to improve instructional practices among staff.
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to enhance instructional strategies and student engagement.
- Assist administrators with technology resources and programs, which include creating docs, sheets, forms, or other uses for technology to increase their productivity and save time by 25% from previous methods.
- Manage iPads for HCPS through the use of the JAMF management software, which allowed the ITRT to save time overall by 20% from the previous management system.
- Maintain a schedule and work autonomously on projects when not working with teachers, students, or administration.
- Communicate and disseminate information regarding technology resources, emerging technologies, best practices using technology, and professional development opportunities.
- Facilitate or conduct technology-related professional development.
- Monitor ongoing training needs, and adjust based on feedback and success criteria.
- Support the implementation of the division and state technology plans.
- Create learning resources for teachers, staff, and students.
- Responsible for outstanding troubleshooting skills to evaluate, troubleshoot, and solve complex issues with technical systems, and integration issues with our learning management system.
- Establish and maintain positive relationships with colleagues to build trust and work cohesively.
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Laurel Meadow Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2018
- Implement and plan instruction that engages 21st-century learners through STEM and technology integration, including Smartboard, iPads, and Google Classroom.
- Enhance students' understanding of math concepts through a workshop model working in collaboration, encouraging problem-solving, and sharing various ways of exploring math solutions.
- Administer and analyze data from common grade-level assessments in math and science, based on Virginia’s Standards of Learning Enhanced Scope and Sequence.
- Collect and analyze data on students to continuously improve instruction.
- Execute 504 plans and IEPs.
- Maintain an organized classroom with specific routines and procedures.
- Work collaboratively with grade-level colleagues to create lesson plans.
Education
Pre-K-6 Certificate - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina
Wilmington, NC01.1999
Bachelor of Arts - German, Business
Radford University
Radford, VA01.1993
Skills
- Customer service excellence
- Effective communication
- Client support and assistance
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Expense tracking
- Critical thinking
- Experienced with Google
- Personable and friendly
- Email management
- Organization and time management
Certification
PACE (Professional Administrative Certification of Excellence)
Timeline
Administrative Assistant III, Senior Coordinator
Capital One Software
06.2022 - Current
Instructional Technology Resource Teacher
Hanover County Public Schools
11.2018 - 08.2021
5th Grade Math and Science Teacher
Laurel Meadow Elementary School
01.2013 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Arts - German, Business
Radford University
Pre-K-6 Certificate - Elementary Education
University of North Carolina
Recognition and Awards
Laurel Meadow Elementary School Teacher of the Year – School Year 2017-2018, HEF Grant for Breakout – Collaborate and Listen! -2018, HEF Grant for Kindness in Design - 2020
Professional Development Experiences
- EA Ignite, Nashville, TN, 2025
- All required HCPS Professional Development in Content Areas, 2002-2018
- ISTE International Conference, Chicago, IL, June 2018
- VSTE Conference 2018 & 2019
- EDTech RVA Conference, 2017 - 2020
Leadership Experiences
- Core Member of Heart Centered Leadership at Capital One, August 2022-present
- APN committee member, working within ALP (Admin Lend Program) 2023-2024
- Leading assistants in core competency training, 2025
- Technology Advisory Committee Member 2019-2021
- HCPS Teacher Leadership Academy 2019-2020
- School Improvement Planning Team Member- 2018-2019
- #HCPSInspire Presenter-August 2018
- Mentor/Buddy Teacher, 2017-2018
- Technology Coach, LMES, 2017-2018