Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Teaching Assistant- NYS Certified
Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake Central School District
04.2023 - Current
Supported students with disabilities in mainstream classrooms, promoting inclusion and fostering positive learning environment.
Provided one-on-one assistance to Autistic students struggling with academic or behavioral challenges, increasing their understanding and participation in class activities.
Maintained accurate records of student attendance, progress reports, IEPs, and other pertinent information required by state regulations or district policies.
Collaborated with teacher to create customized classroom environment integral to students' needs.
Personal Care Assistant
Private Care
06.2021 - 04.2023
Improved client comfort by providing exceptional personal care and maintaining clean, safe environment.
Enhanced client well-being by assisting with daily activities such as bathing, dressing, and grooming.
Promoted independence with structured routines and clear communication to support clients in their daily lives.
Ensured timely medication administration, managing accurate records of dosages and schedules for multiple clients.
Teaching Assistant
Scotia Glenville Central School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
Monitored proper student behavior and manners in lunchroom and at recess.
Organized indoor activities for classroom during recess.
Worked with small reading groups in classroom with teacher.
Serve as positive role model to students and staff.
Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Facilitated activities in small groups to reinforce concepts taught by class teacher.
Merchandise Associate
American Greetings
04.2015 - 04.2019
Updated pricing and signage to complete product displays and educate customers.
Prepared interesting and innovative visual displays to grab customer interest and promote sales.
Transported merchandise to sales floor and restocked shelves, racks and bins.
Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock in product displays on sales floor.
Conferred with store managers to obtain information about customer needs and preferences.
Front Office Manager
Capital Public Strategies
02.2007 - 06.2010
Managed files and records for clients.
Answered phones and scheduled meetings for office of ten lobbyists.
Drafted and edited press releases for legislative offices and lobbyists.
Tracked active legislation for clients.
Matching Funds Liaison
New York State Empire State Development
04.2001 - 05.2006
Liaison for I Love NY program, worked with 62 counties to distribute NYS matching funds for tourism initiatives.
Organized Governors Annual Tourism Conference, planned agenda meetings, researched and invited trending guest speakers, assisted in sponsorship and registration planning along with lodging and meal planning.
Assisted as Secretary on ORDA Board, Olympia Regional Development Authority, in Lake Placid NY, gathering stats for future Olympic Games in NYS
Executive Assistant
Senior Vice President
10.1999 - 04.2001
Served as liaison between departments to facilitate effective communication throughout agency.
Prepared and edited presentations on behalf of executives for both internal meetings and external conferences.
Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings between Albany and NYC offices.
Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team.
Screened calls and emails and responded accordingly to support executive correspondence.
Handled incoming and outgoing mail, email and faxes.
Executive Assistant
Governors Office Of Legislative Relations
04.1997 - 10.1999
Assisted Legislative Director with daily monitoring of legislation between State Agencies/NYS Senate/Assembly and Governors legal offices.
Coordinated and assisted in organization of Governors Special Events, State of the State Address, Inauguration Ceremony
Assisted with collaboration with offices of city, state, and local government officials.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing/ Travel And Tourism
Herkimer College
Herkimer, NY
High School Diploma -
Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Senior High School
Verona, NY
Accomplishments
Recipient of the 2010 PTA Founders Day Award for Dedication and Service
Timeline
Teaching Assistant- NYS Certified
Burnt Hills- Ballston Lake Central School District
04.2023 - Current
Personal Care Assistant
Private Care
06.2021 - 04.2023
Teaching Assistant
Scotia Glenville Central School District
09.2019 - 06.2021
Merchandise Associate
American Greetings
04.2015 - 04.2019
Front Office Manager
Capital Public Strategies
02.2007 - 06.2010
Matching Funds Liaison
New York State Empire State Development
04.2001 - 05.2006
Executive Assistant
Senior Vice President
10.1999 - 04.2001
Executive Assistant
Governors Office Of Legislative Relations
04.1997 - 10.1999
Associate of Applied Science - Business Marketing/ Travel And Tourism
Herkimer College
High School Diploma -
Vernon-Verona-Sherrill Senior High School
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