Tricia Smith
Portland,OR
Summary
Proactive professional experienced in education, office administration, and customer service. Excels in communication, organization, and multitasking, consistently supporting families and staff in fast-paced environments. Skilled in manual labor and equipment operation, with a strong focus on safety and workspace organization. Committed to fostering relationships and contributing to team success.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Preschool Teacher
Pathways Preschool
Sandy, OR
08.2025 - 06.2026
- Planned age-appropriate lessons for the Pathways preschool classroom activities.
- Supported daily routines, transitions, and classroom expectations.
- Monitored children during indoor play and outdoor playtime.
- Prepared learning materials, centers, and activity supplies.
- Assisted with snack time, handwashing, and hygiene routine.
- Communicated classroom updates with families and caregivers.
- Assisted in providing a safe and secure environment for children.
- Conducted classroom activities to stimulate physical, mental, and social development of preschool students.
Substitute Teacher
Oregon Trail School District
Sandy, OR
01.2024 - 06.2025
- Managed classroom instruction across Oregon Trail School District classrooms
- Followed lesson plans from classroom teachers and district staff
- Maintained student behavior using consistent classroom management
- Supervised students during class, transitions, and campus activities
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Collaborated with other teachers to ensure student success.
- Showed Powerpoint Presentations, videos and interactive websites to aid students with comprehension.
- Assisted struggling students with classroom assignments with one-on-one tutoring.
- Answered student questions about course concepts.
Leave of Absence
None
Hillsboro, OR
01.2020 - 01.2024
- I took a career break for personal reasons.
Receptionist/Dispatch/ Project Manger
Inland Electric Inc.
Hillsboro, OR
01.2015 - 01.2020
- Answered multi-line phones for electrical service calls and customer inquiries.
- Greeted visitors and directed them to Inland Electric Inc. office staff.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated daily calendars for field electricians.
- Filed permits, contracts, and job records in office systems.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
- Scheduled appointments for clients, customers, and other visitors.
- Maintained daily calendars, set appointments with clients and planned daily office events.
- Maintained an organized filing system of confidential client information in accordance with company policy.
- Assisted in maintaining office supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level; anticipating needed supplies; placing orders for supplies; verifying receipt of supplies.
- Monitored office supplies inventory and placed orders when necessary.
- Utilized office equipment such as printers, copiers, and fax machines, ensuring they were in good working order.
- Performed clerical duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing.
- Greeted customers, answered general questions and directed to appropriate locations.
Leave of Absence
None
Hillsboro, OR
01.2012 - 01.2015
- I took a career break due to Personal Reasons.
Receptionist/Office Administrator
Mohr Solutions Power
Hillsboro, OR
03.2010 - 03.2012
- Greeted visitors and clients at Mohr Solutions Power's front desk.
- Managed multi-line calls and routed inquiries across power service teams.
- Scheduled appointments and coordinated calendars for field and office staff.
- Prepared correspondence, packets, and reception materials for daily operations.
- Updated client records and maintained confidential administrative files.
- Handled mail, deliveries, and incoming documents for Mohr Solutions Power.
- Supported customer questions with clear communication and professional service.
- Scheduled and confirmed appointments.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with assistance.
- Provided excellent customer service at all times while interacting with both internal and external customers.
Substitute Teacher
Canby School Distrcit
Canby, Oregon
01.2004 - 06.2009
- Managed classroom instruction across Oregon Trail School District classrooms
- Followed lesson plans from classroom teachers and district staff
- Maintained student behavior using consistent classroom management
- Supervised students during class, transitions, and campus activities
- Provided classroom instruction outlined in teacher's lesson plans.
- Encouraged positive behavior among students through effective communication techniques.
- Implemented school policies and procedures in the classroom.
- Monitored student progress throughout the day.
- Supported special needs students by providing individual instruction as needed.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Oregon University
Monmouth, OR12-2003
Skills
- Classroom management
- Calendar coordination
- Appointment scheduling
- Learning materials preparation
- Customer service
- Office administration
- File management
- Communication skills
- Child development
- Front desk operations
- Inventory control
- Behavioral support
Timeline
Preschool Teacher
Pathways Preschool
08.2025 - 06.2026
Substitute Teacher
Oregon Trail School District
01.2024 - 06.2025
Leave of Absence
None
01.2020 - 01.2024
Receptionist/Dispatch/ Project Manger
Inland Electric Inc.
01.2015 - 01.2020
Leave of Absence
None
01.2012 - 01.2015
Receptionist/Office Administrator
Mohr Solutions Power
03.2010 - 03.2012
Substitute Teacher
Canby School Distrcit
01.2004 - 06.2009
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
Western Oregon University