Viridiana Garfias
Grand Prairie,TX
Summary
Dedicated Truancy and Attendance Officer with experience supporting student engagement, improving attendance, and collaborating closely with school teams. Known for calm, patient, and solution- focused approach when working with students and families. A dependable team player who steps in when needed and takes pride in providing consistent, reliable support. Committed to fostering positive outcomes and contributing to a strong, supportive school environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Attendance Officer
Irving ISD
Irving, TX
07.2025 - Current
- Monitored student attendance records to ensure compliance with district policies.
- Collaborated with teachers and parents to address attendance-related issues effectively.
- Implemented strategies to improve student attendance rates through community outreach initiatives.
- Maintained accurate documentation of attendance patterns and trends for reporting purposes.
- Empowered students to take responsibility for their attendance by tracking and sharing progress with them.
- Added, modified and purged file entries.
- Composed correspondence to internal and external parties as requested.
- Made appropriate file information updates and system upgrades.
Attendance Clerk
Grand Prairie ISD
Grand Prairie, TX
08.2020 - 05.2023
- Maintained accurate attendance records for students using district management software.
- Processed daily attendance reports to ensure compliance with state regulations.
- Assisted with enrollment procedures, verifying student data and resolving discrepancies.
- Communicated effectively with parents and staff regarding attendance policies and concerns.
- Collaborated with school administration to implement improvements in attendance tracking systems.
- Ensured confidentiality of student information while maintaining compliance with FERPA regulations.
- Demonstrated strong attention to detail when verifying and inputting student data, resulting in a reliable reporting system for school administrators.
- Enhanced communication with parents regarding attendance issues, resulting in noticeable decrease in unexcused absences.
- Maintained accurate attendance records for over 500 students, ensuring compliance with state regulations.
Education
Associate of Science - Education
El Centro College
Dallas, TX06-2020
High School Diploma -
North Grand Prairie High School
Grand Prairie, TX05-2018
Skills
- Strong organization
- Policy enforcement
- Motivation techniques
- Report generation
- Data entry proficiency
- Confidentiality
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Active listening
- Data accuracy
- Goal setting
Accomplishments
- Resolved product issue through consumer testing.
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Interests
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
- I enjoy sketching and drawing, which helps improve my creativity and attention to detail
- I have a passion for photography and editing photos
- Enjoy experimenting with different ingredients and flavors in the kitchen
Timeline
Attendance Officer
Irving ISD
07.2025 - Current
Attendance Clerk
Grand Prairie ISD
08.2020 - 05.2023
Associate of Science - Education
El Centro College
High School Diploma -
North Grand Prairie High School