Stephanie Cestaro
Massapequa,NY
Summary
Versatile and empathetic professional with extensive experience in child development and administrative management, notably with Molloy College. Excelled in creating nurturing environments and managing sensitive information. Demonstrated patience, superior organizational skills, and a knack for fostering positive relationships, significantly enhancing operational efficiency and trust.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Childcare Provider/Household Manager
The Hebert Family
10.2022 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, providing regular updates on child progress and establishing trust.
- Prepare nutritious meals for the children as well as lunches and snacks.
- Assist in homework completion, study aids, organization for school projects and activities.
- Drive children to and from after school activities.
- Supported emotional well-being by addressing individual needs and providing a nurturing environment for growth.
- Maintained clean facilities by following sanitation protocols, ensuring a healthy environment for all children.
Executive Assistant/Administrative Office Manager
Molloy College
04.2013 - 09.2022
- Handled confidential and sensitive information with discretion and tact.
- Managed executive calendars, scheduling meetings and appointments and coordinating travel arrangements to optimize time.
- Maintained confidentiality with sensitive documents, ensuring proper storage and distribution as needed.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Served as a liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout the company.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Managed office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
- Answered high volume of phone calls and email inquiries.
- Provided professional administrative support during board meetings, including agenda preparation and minute-taking duties.
- Processed invoices and insurance claims and handled all aspects of billing and collections.
Executive Administrative Assistant
All About Kids
11.2010 - 03.2013
- Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
- Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
- Coordinated and booked airfare, hotel and ground transportation and prepared itinerary to facilitate successful trips.
- Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
- Handled scheduling for executive's calendar and prepared meeting agenda and materials.
- Managed budgets and expenses, maintaining financial records for accurate reporting and analysis.
- Prepared contracts and RFP's for multiple counties throughout NY.
Education
BBA - Marketing
Baruch College
New York, NY12-1987
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Child supervision
- CPR training
- Meal preparation
- Positive reinforcement
- Child development
- Age-appropriate activities
Timeline
Childcare Provider/Household Manager
The Hebert Family
10.2022 - Current
Executive Assistant/Administrative Office Manager
Molloy College
04.2013 - 09.2022
Executive Administrative Assistant
All About Kids
11.2010 - 03.2013
BBA - Marketing
Baruch College
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