Valerie E. Huczko
Charlottesville,VA
Summary
Developed ability to work in a fast-paced atmosphere. Maintained excellent customer relations and developed customer rapport. Diplomatically resolved customers complaints on as-needed basis. Ability to follow instructions well and make decisions with no supervision. Motivated on a daily basis. Maintained all record-keeping procedures without error. Effectively developed telephone communication skills and consistently met deadlines. Student teaching experience included: development and implementation of lesson plans and activities in accordance with school policy and SOL qualifications; teaching instruction in accordance with special needs, learning styles, and modifications for students with IEPs Energetic, confident, initiator and responsive to suggestions Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Student Work Study
Mary Baldwin College
- Rehire
- Mary Baldwin College, Student Work Study/VWIL, - School Year only – Summer’s off
- Interacted respectfully with others to offer ideas, identify issues and provide assistance.
Secretary/Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Francis Chester
Churchville, VA
11.2005 - 06.2006
- Organized files for court proceedings.
- Prepared legal correspondence and wrote professional letters for legal assistants and attorneys.
- Received and placed telephone calls to clients and prospective clients.
- Screened telephone calls and forwarded to appropriate departments.
Office Manager/Paralegal
The Warren Firm, PLLC
Charlottesville, VA
06.2006 - Current
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
Education
B.A. - English, Leadership Studies, Minor Education
Mary Baldwin College
Masters - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
Skills
- Professional Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Accounting
- Professionalism
- Filing/Editing
- Typing (55 wpm)
- Office Procedures
- Telephone Skills
- Business Math
- Business English
- Management Skills
- Excellent Customer Service Skills
- Calm and Professional Under Pressure
- Issue and Complaint Resolution
- Building Customer Trust and Loyalty
- Courteous with Strong Service Mindset
- Attention to Detail
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Active Listening
- Team Collaboration
- Information Research and Sourcing
- Proofreading and Editing
- Time Management
- Deadline Adherence
Additional Information
Student Practicum/Student Teaching Kindergarten Staunton Elementary School System Fall 2003
Student Practicum/Student Teaching Grades 9-12 Fluvanna County Public Schools Fall 2006
Certified Yoga Teacher
Certified Vinyasa Teacher since 2021.
Brazilian JiuJitsu Instructor
Instructor of Women's Self Defense/Brazilian JiuJitsu
Purple Belt in Brazilian Jiujitsu
Timeline
Office Manager/Paralegal
The Warren Firm, PLLC
06.2006 - Current
Secretary/Legal Assistant
The Law Office of Francis Chester
11.2005 - 06.2006
Student Work Study
Mary Baldwin College
B.A. - English, Leadership Studies, Minor Education
Mary Baldwin College
Masters - Secondary Education
University of Phoenix
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