Taylor Townsend
Summary
Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure a permanent position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Organized and dependable candidate, successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
31
31
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Assistant Toddler Teacher
The Academy At Julington Creek
Administrative Support Assistant III Pediatrics
UF College Of Medicine
12.2023 - Current
- Streamlined office processes by implementing efficient administrative procedures, resulting in increased productivity.
- Enhanced team collaboration by coordinating schedules and organizing meetings for optimal communication and task completion.
- Ensured timely responses with emails and accurate information dissemination.
- Maintained a well-organized filing system for easy access to important documents, improving overall efficiency.
- Coordinated travel arrangements for executives and staff members, ensuring seamless itineraries and cost-effective accommodations.
- Handled confidential information with discretion, maintaining trust among colleagues and clients alike.
- Created organized systems for ordering office supplies regularly, reducing downtime due to lack of necessary materials.
- Monitored deadlines closely and submitted required documentation punctually.
- Assisted executives with various day-to-day tasks such as calendar management and correspondence handling.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Coordinated and scheduled meetings and conference calls to optimize scheduling of senior staff.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
Owner of Tay's Boutique
Self Employed
06.2020 - Current
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
- Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
Administrative Assistant
Florida Pest Control
05.2019 - 05.2021
- Enhanced office efficiency by streamlining administrative processes and implementing organizational systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
- Organized office events such as holiday parties or team-building activities, promoting a positive company culture and boosting employee morale.
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Sorted and distributed office mail and recorded incoming shipments for corporate records.
- Processed customer orders accurately and within agreed timeframes to meet service standards.
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Head of collections for all departments.
- Scheduled technicians services/routs daily and weekly.
Head Infant Department Teacher
The Chappell School San Marco
01.2017 - 10.2018
- Developed strong relationships with students, parents, and colleagues by maintaining open lines of communication and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Enhanced classroom engagement through the use of interactive teaching methods, such as group projects and hands-on activities.
- Differentiated instruction to accommodate diverse learning needs, ensuring each student had an equal opportunity for success.
- Created daily curriculum.
- Collaborated with teachers and therapists to develop individualized educational plans for each student, ensuring optimal progress.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Incorporated multiple types of teaching strategies into classroom.
Assistant Toddler Teacher
The Academy At Julington Creek
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Enhanced toddler learning by incorporating age-appropriate activities and sensory play into daily curriculum.
- Collaborated with lead teacher to develop individualized lesson plans for each child, focusing on their unique needs and abilities.
- Supported children''s emotional and social development through positive reinforcement and open communication strategies.
- Maintained a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment conducive to learning and exploration.
- Assisted in the implementation of daily routines, including mealtime, naptime, outdoor play, and transitions between activities.
- Promoted language development by engaging toddlers in interactive storytelling sessions using books, puppets, and props.
- Conducted regular assessments of each child''s progress, sharing observations with lead teacher and parents during conferences.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, cooperation, and kindness toward all children at all times.
- Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships and promote learning.
- Assisted in preparation of meals and snacks to provide children with proper nutrition.
- Consulted with parents to build and maintain positive support networks and support continuing education strategies.
- Promoted physical, academic, and social development by implementing diverse classroom and outside activities.
Education
Bachelors in Elementary Education - Childhood Education
University of North Florida
Jacksonville, Florida 08.2014
Associates in Elementary Education - Childhood Education
University of Mississippi
Oxford, Mississippi 08.2010
High School Diploma -
St. Johns Country Day School
Orange Park, Florida 08.1993 - 08.2024
Skills
- Time Management
- Professionalism and Ethics
- Problem Solving
- Customer Service
- Data Entry/Inventory
- Organization
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Accurate Record Keeping
- Supply Inventory
- Excel Proficiency
- Strong Work Ethic
- Strong Computer Skills
- Interpersonal and Written Communication
Timeline
Administrative Support Assistant III Pediatrics
UF College Of Medicine
12.2023 - Current
Owner of Tay's Boutique
Self Employed
06.2020 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Florida Pest Control
05.2019 - 05.2021
Head Infant Department Teacher
The Chappell School San Marco
01.2017 - 10.2018
Assistant Toddler Teacher
The Academy At Julington Creek
01.2016 - 01.2017
High School Diploma -
St. Johns Country Day School
08.1993 - 08.2024
Assistant Toddler Teacher
The Academy At Julington Creek
Bachelors in Elementary Education - Childhood Education
University of North Florida
Associates in Elementary Education - Childhood Education
University of Mississippi
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