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Vanessa Hartman

Edwardsburg,Mi

Summary

Dedicated and focused who excels at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks simultaneously, and following through to achieve project goals. Answers a high volume of incoming calls while handling in-person inquiries from clients, vendors, and colleagues.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

RtI Specialist

Penn Harris Madison Schools-Walt Disney Elementary
08.2023 - Current
  • Developed strong relationships with students, fostering a positive and supportive classroom atmosphere.
  • Coordinated with parents to discuss student progress and address any concerns or challenges that arose throughout the school year.
  • Promoted a safe, inclusive learning environment where all students felt valued and respected regardless of their background or ability level.
  • Contributed to the preparation of instructional materials, including creating visual aids and organizing resources for use during lessons.
  • Facilitated small group activities designed to reinforce concepts taught during whole class instruction.
  • Assisted teachers in identifying areas needing improvement for targeted intervention efforts.
  • Actively participated in team meetings discussing strategies for improving overall student achievement within Title 1 programs.
  • Interacted physically and verbally with students throughout each day.
  • Monitored student classroom and outdoors activities to promote student safety.
  • Enforced rules and instructions to maintain discipline.
  • Utilized various teaching methods to adapt instruction based on the diverse needs of Title 1 students.

Administrative Assistant

Cornerstone CPA Group, LLP
01.2018 - 08.2023
  • Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors a positive impression of the company.
  • Managed office supplies, vendors, organization and upkeep.
  • Answered inquiries and addressed, resolved or escalated issues to management personnel to ensure client satisfaction.
  • Boosted team productivity by managing communication channels and ensuring timely responses to inquiries.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Contributed to cost reduction efforts by identifying opportunities for process improvements and negotiating vendor contracts.
  • Facilitated collaboration within the team by organizing regular meetings, maintaining meeting minutes, and tracking project progress.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
  • Optimized calendar management for executives by scheduling appointments strategically while considering priorities and minimizing conflicts.
  • Promoted a positive work environment through effective communication skills and fostering professional relationships among colleagues.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Provided clerical support to company employees, including copying, faxing and file management.
  • Supported efficient meetings by organizing spaces and materials, documenting discussions and distributing meeting notes.
  • Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff and clients.
  • Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.

Human Resources Administrator/Benefits Coordinator

PeopleLink Group
05.2017 - 01.2018
  • Distribution of new hire, termination and any changes pertaining to staff and maintain personnel files.
  • Open Enrollment
  • Remittance Checks, deduction and census reports
  • Captured key feedback from employees during exit interviews.
  • Maintained human resources information system and kept employee files up to date and accurate.
  • Supported HR functions with emphasis on record keeping, data entry and general HR tasks.

Receptionist/Office Coordinator/Inside Sales Coordinator

Mark Line Industries
04.2014 - 05.2017
  • Ordered and distributed office supplies while adhering to a fixed office budget.
  • Directed guests and routed deliveries and courier services.
  • Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions at all times.
  • Kept physical files and digitized records organized for easy updating and retrieval by authorized team members.
  • Enhanced office staff customer relations strategies to improve interactions and reduce complaints.

Legal Assistant

Krisor & Associates
05.2013 - 11.2013
  • Collected data from attorneys, managed communication from court and documented information from LexisNexis and from the docket.
  • Organized envelopes, postage and mail correspondence for all clients.
  • Transcribed legal documents and phone conversations.
  • Scheduled appointments, court appearances and depositions.

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Hillcrest Child Care Center
05.2011 - 04.2013
  • Enhanced learning experience by incorporating hands-on activities and group projects in daily lessons.
  • Implemented effective classroom management strategies, maintaining a well-disciplined and focused learning atmosphere.
  • Utilized differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse student needs and learning styles.
  • Designed engaging lesson plans tailored to the unique interests of three-year-olds, promoting curiosity and enthusiasm for learning.
  • Promoted early literacy skills by integrating phonics-based activities into daily routines.
  • Cultivated a love for reading among students by incorporating age-appropriate literature into the curriculum.
  • Encouraged independent problem-solving skills through inquiry-based learning opportunities.
  • Developed social-emotional skills in students by modeling empathy, self-regulation, and communication techniques in the classroom setting.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans and activities to engage children and promote learning.
  • Sanitized toys and play equipment each day to maintain safety and cleanliness.
  • Maintained organized, fun and interactive classroom to help children feel safe.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to children while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Applied play-based strategies to provide diverse approaches to learning.

Education

High School Diploma -

Edwardsburg High School
Edwardsburg
2003

Associate of Science - Court Reporting/Closed Captioning

Stenotype Institute
Orlando

Skills

  • Excellent communication skills
  • Professional phone etiquette
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Pleasant demeanor
  • Filing and data archiving
  • Proficient in Word and Excel

Timeline

RtI Specialist

Penn Harris Madison Schools-Walt Disney Elementary
08.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Cornerstone CPA Group, LLP
01.2018 - 08.2023

Human Resources Administrator/Benefits Coordinator

PeopleLink Group
05.2017 - 01.2018

Receptionist/Office Coordinator/Inside Sales Coordinator

Mark Line Industries
04.2014 - 05.2017

Legal Assistant

Krisor & Associates
05.2013 - 11.2013

Lead Teacher, Three-Year-Olds Classroom

Hillcrest Child Care Center
05.2011 - 04.2013

High School Diploma -

Edwardsburg High School

Associate of Science - Court Reporting/Closed Captioning

Stenotype Institute
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