Yasma E. Grant-Smoak
Irmo
Summary
Dedicated education and administrative professional with over 20 years of experience in financial management, attendance compliance, and program coordination. Strong communicator skilled at fostering relationships with diverse populations and ensuring adherence to state and federal regulations. Recognized for collaboration, attention to detail, and commitment to enhancing student success.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Bookkeeper / Attendance Clerk
Lexington-Richland School District Five
05.2016 - Current
- Executed bookkeeping functions, ensuring accurate financial transactions, account reconciliation, and efficient management of accounts payable and receivable.
- Maintain student attendance records in compliance with district, state, and federal requirements.
- Supervised Homebound Program, monitored teacher timesheets, and prepared confidential reports to maintain compliance and accuracy.
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Lexington-Richland School District Five
08.2004 - 05.2016
- Created an inclusive learning environment, facilitating engagement for students from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.
- Coordinated BURST instructional groups and collaborated with staff to implement intervention strategies.
- Supported classroom teachers in instructional activities and lesson preparation to enhance student learning experiences.
Substitute Teacher
Lexington-Richland School District Five
08.2001 - 05.2004
- Implemented lesson plans and supervised classroom activities, fostering an engaging and productive learning environment.
- Built positive relationships with students and staff, managing classroom behavior to promote a respectful and focused atmosphere.
- Maintained continuity of learning by delivering effective classroom instruction in absence of regular teachers.
Clerk of Court
Town of Allendale
08.1992 - 05.1996
- Managed comprehensive records for criminal, civil, family, probate, juvenile, and traffic court cases to ensure accurate documentation and accessibility.
- Maintained confidential court records and ensured compliance with legal and procedural requirements.
- Performed bookkeeping, data entry, and administrative support functions, including scheduling, filing, and correspondence to maintain efficient court operations.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Family Development
Benedict College
Columbia, South Carolina05-2000
Skills
- Accounts Receivable
- Payroll Management
- Invoice Processing
- Financial Reporting
- Expense Tracking
- Records Management
- Client Billing
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Data documentation
- Organizational Planning
- Team Leadership
- Relationship management
Professional Development
- Embracing Students' Culture and Diversity, 2016
- Teaching Children of Poverty, 2015
- Substitute Teacher of the Year - Lexington-Richland School District Five, 2002
Timeline
Bookkeeper / Attendance Clerk
Lexington-Richland School District Five
05.2016 - Current
Kindergarten Paraprofessional
Lexington-Richland School District Five
08.2004 - 05.2016
Substitute Teacher
Lexington-Richland School District Five
08.2001 - 05.2004
Clerk of Court
Town of Allendale
08.1992 - 05.1996
Bachelor of Arts - Child and Family Development
Benedict College