Semi-retired Baby Boomer looking to utilize God-given strengths, talents and gifts to minister to people in need.
Skills
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Forty years of experience caring for people of all ages
Creative thinker
Team player but also comfortable working independently
Experience
07/1992 to 03/2008
Full-time Homemaker; Homeschool TeacherArapahoe Library District – Englewood, CO,
Offered children rich and diverse learning opportunities through traditional and digital-based education as well as field trips, group gatherings and special events.
Maintained order and discipline with creative strategies focused on keeping young children occupied and entertained during important lessons.
Implemented strategies to incorporate movement and exercise for children's' well-being.
Delivered effective education based on sound principles and clear objectives.
Identified and documented learning achievements by reporting outcomes, performance information and program adjustments used to boost comprehension.
Interacted with other homeschoolers to maintain productive communication throughout program participation.
Selected and implemented interesting and interactive learning media to increase student understanding of course materials.
Instructed students in complex concepts by using easy-to-understand terms and repetitive exercises.
Created positive learning atmosphere by incorporating interesting, age-appropriate items into classroom.
Helped students build learning and study skills to achieve life-long educational goals.
Prepared students for standardized tests.
Combined discipline plan with effective measures and lesson plans to increase concentration, participation and progress student accountability.
Worked outside normal hours to be available to answer parent and student questions.
Tested students' comprehension of subject matter through quizzes, tests and projects.
Tested students with quizzes, essays and exams to gauge learning effectiveness.
Researched new teaching tools and resources to use in classroom.
Taught students fundamental building blocks and advanced concepts.
Tutored students requiring extra help and gave additional practice work to help improve concept understanding.
Maintained quiet, safe classroom to enable students to learn in conducive environment.
Employed wide variety of fiction and non-fiction textual materials to encourage students to read independently.
09/1990 to 07/1992
Secretary to the General ManagerCintas Corporation – City, STATE,
Wrote email messages, memos and business letters for management and proofread all documentation to provide error-free correspondence.
Set up and maintained filing systems
Oversaw office inventory by restocking supplies and submitting purchase orders.
Handled incoming calls and directed callers to appropriate department or employee.
Assisted production and distribution of memos, newsletters, email updates and other forms of communication.
09/1987 to 09/1990
Administrative Assistant Human Resources Cordis Corporation – City, STATE,
Planned corporate events, conventions, meetings and gatherings.
Scheduled appointments, meetings and conferences with employees to discuss and mitigate personnel issues.
Maintained 100% protocol and procedural accuracy through HRIS management tools.
Complied with local, state and federal laws and established organizational standard.
09/1983 to 03/1987
Administrative Assistant to the PresidentBarry University – City, STATE,
Pleasantly welcomed visitors, answered phone calls and maintained front reception desk
Raised funds by organizing special events and diligently managed all details to meet deadlines
Proofed and edited letters and other correspondence to correct grammar and spelling errors
Attended meetings and took meticulous notes to disseminate to all participants
Coordinated catering services for various functions
Prevented scheduling errors by demonstrating strong attention to detail while managing daily calendar and creating weekly or monthly reports and presentations.
Supervised set up of conference rooms for corporate meetings and other events.
Maintained detailed administrative and procedural processes to improve accuracy and efficiency.
Education and Training
Expected in
: Liberal Arts And General Studies Barry University - Miami Shores , FL GPA:
Expected in
: Theology Miami Christian University - Miami, FL GPA:
Expected in
: Creative Writing Broward Community College - Fort Lauderdale , FL GPA:
Expected in 06/1974
High School Diploma: Miami Central Senior High School - Miami, FL GPA:
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