Vanessa Paradis
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatcher
L&M Pre-K, First Student
Brooklyn, NY
03.2025 - Current
- Managed high-stress situations calmly and effectively, ensuring timely assistance to those in need.
- Communicated with drivers and personnel to coordinate timely transportation of students.
- Handled heavy phone and radio traffic.
- Collaborated with fellow dispatchers to maintain a seamless workflow during shift changes.
Grants Coordinator
Doha Film Institute
Doha, Qatar
07.2013 - 09.2024
- Conducted initial assessment on a high volume of grant submissions, interpreting quality of documentation.
- Generated grantee agreements and all initial financial information in close coordination with finance and legal, handling all internal forms and budgetary paperwork.
- Coordinated with grantees for schedules and attendance for workshops/events.
- Handled ongoing relationships with applicants in relation to the grants process.
- Managed post-award services and oversaw grant awards for compliance.
- Developed and maintained a comprehensive grants calendar to ensure timely submissions, progress reports, and evaluations.
- Streamlined the grants submission process for increased efficiency and effectiveness.
- Managed budgets for events and campaigns, keeping financial goals on track.
- Established and maintained electronic files for grant-funded projects for tracking and reporting.
- Facilitated cross-departmental communication to gather necessary data for accurate budgeting.
- Maintained comprehensive records of all submitted applications, awarded grants, correspondence with grantees, and related documents for easy reference during audits or other reviews.
Daycare Assitant
Richmond Group Daycare
Brooklyn, NY
03.2011 - 04.2013
- Maintained clean, neat and hazard-free areas.
- Provided lunchtime assistance to monitor children.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Observed play activities to identify positive behaviors and areas in need of improvement, implementing behavior redirection where appropriate.
- Monitored daily sign-in/sign-out logs for accurate attendance tracking, helping to maintain a secure and orderly facility.
- Managed crafts and other hands-on activities to engage kids and promote development.
- Led children in tidying up, handwashing and sharing to teach responsability.
- Tutored and mentored school children to provide additional learning opportunities.
- Enforced rules to teach manners and maintain a safe environment.
Education
Criminology
SUNY College At Old Westbury
Old Westbury, NYSkills
- Budget development
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Reliability
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Self motivation
- Documentation and reporting
Languages
English
Spanish
Timeline
Dispatcher
L&M Pre-K, First Student
03.2025 - Current
Grants Coordinator
Doha Film Institute
07.2013 - 09.2024
Daycare Assitant
Richmond Group Daycare
03.2011 - 04.2013
Criminology
SUNY College At Old Westbury