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Ta'Wanda K. Fuqua
Texas City
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Summary
A dedicated administrative professional with 20+ years of progressive experience in coordination, bookkeeping, records management, and operational support across healthcare and government sectors. Known for exceptional reliability, strong attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to achieving organizational goals. Committed to continuous learning and contributing meaningfully to team success.
Experienced with classroom instruction, student engagement, and curriculum implementation. Utilizes effective teaching strategies to maintain conducive learning environment. Strong understanding of classroom management and adaptability.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Substitute Teacher
Hitchcock ISD
Hitchcock, TX
- 01.2024
- Managed classroom environment, helping students learn in absence of regular teachers.
- Maintained discipline and classroom control, fostering safe and positive learning environment.
- Prepared classroom teacher with written feedback on results of lessons and student behavior issues.
- Followed existing lesson plans to provide consistent instruction to assigned students.
- Created an inclusive atmosphere where every student felt valued and respected.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance.
Coordinator II
UTMB Police Department
Galveston, TX
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Reconciled accounts by comparing ledger entries against invoices, journal vouchers, and purchase orders to verify posting accuracy.
- Processed non-purchase order vouchers for vendor payments and employee reimbursements.
- Reviewed and processed expense reports in compliance with UTMB policies and procedures.
- Managed badge and access requests for new employees and students.
- Provided backup support for employee time and attendance tracking.
Senior Administrative Support Associate
UTMB Police Department
Galveston, TX
01.2013 - 01.2020
- Reconciled accounts and verified accuracy of postings, payments, and vendor reimbursements.
- Coordinated and processed travel arrangements in compliance with UTMB Travel Guidelines.
- Verified and reconciled payroll, leave requests, and electronic records; submitted documentation to HR.
- Entered and managed employee time and attendance using online reporting system.
- Supported cross-training of new employees and team members.
- Maintained departmental files and records retention systems.
- Scheduled and coordinated appointments, interviews, and meetings for department leadership.
- Composed correspondence, memorandums, and meeting minutes in proper format.
- Coordinated key and badge requests; managed personnel action forms with confidentiality.
- Maintained the Chief of Police's calendar and performed related duties as required.
Business & Program Coordinator
UTMB Division of Endocrinology (Dept. of Internal Medicine)
Galveston, TX
01.2003 - 01.2013
- Coordinated activities of specified projects in alignment with program aims, goals, and objectives.
- Consulted with leadership to plan procedures, assess program status, and implement appropriate actions.
- Gathered and analyzed data to support review of program design and outcomes.
- Assigned duties, trained staff, and monitored progress of team members supporting projects.
- Interpreted program services and information for individuals and community groups.
- Determined methods, procedures, staffing requirements, budgets, and resources for programs.
- Provided technical advice and problem-solving support for department leadership.
- Adhered to internal controls established for the department.
Education
General Studies -
College of The Mainland
Texas City, TX05-2022
High School Diploma - undefined
Hitchcock High School
Hitchcock, TX05-1983
Skills
- Bookkeeping & Cashiering
- MS Word & Excel
- Correspondence & Minute-Taking
- Outstanding Work Ethic
- Accounts Reconciliation
- PeopleSoft & Kronos
- Personnel & HR Coordination
- Cross-functional Team Support
- Records Management
- Payroll & Time & Attendance
- Creative Problem Solving
- Customer Service & Passport Processing
Timeline
Coordinator II
UTMB Police Department
01.2020 - 01.2023
Senior Administrative Support Associate
UTMB Police Department
01.2013 - 01.2020
Business & Program Coordinator
UTMB Division of Endocrinology (Dept. of Internal Medicine)
01.2003 - 01.2013
Substitute Teacher
Hitchcock ISD
- 01.2024
High School Diploma - undefined
Hitchcock High School
General Studies -
College of The Mainland