Laurie Prichard
Kadoka
Summary
Detail-oriented Office Assistant with strong customer service and time management skills. Proven ability to foster positive relationships and manage tasks efficiently, ensuring high accuracy in data entry and document processing.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Office Assistant
Discount Fuel
Kadoka
11.2023 - Current
- Maintained organized filing system for documents, improving accessibility and information retrieval.
- Supported data entry tasks, ensuring accuracy of records and compliance with company standards.
- Facilitated smooth operations by efficiently handling incoming mail, phone calls, and visitor inquiries.
- Expedited document processing with accurate data entry and timely filing.
- Achieved high levels of accuracy in data entry tasks while adhering to strict deadlines.
- Assisted in financial tasks such as invoicing, expense tracking, and budget preparation to ensure accuracy.
- Managed incoming and outgoing correspondence, ensuring prompt and accurate delivery of information.
Elementary School Teacher
Kadoka Area School District
Kadoka, SD
08.1995 - 05.2025
- Developed and implemented engaging lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards.
- Fostered positive classroom environment promoting student participation and collaboration.
- Assessed student progress through varied evaluation methods to inform instruction.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to support student learning and development.
- Integrated technology into lessons to enhance educational experiences for students.
- Mentored new teachers, providing guidance on best practices and classroom management techniques.
- Led professional development workshops to improve instructional strategies among faculty members.
- Evaluated and assessed student progress regularly, providing constructive feedback and adapting teaching methods accordingly.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Established a positive classroom environment through effective classroom management strategies, fostering respect and cooperation among students.
- Communicated effectively with parents and guardians, maintaining open lines of communication regarding student progress and addressing concerns as needed.
- Provided warm, supportive environment for developing academic, social, and emotional growth.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Reinforced positive behavior by encouraging efforts through affirmation statements and praising accomplishments.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Organized extracurricular activities such as field trips and special events, enriching the educational experience for all students involved.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards, and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Mentored new teachers within the school community by sharing knowledge, providing guidance on instructional strategies, and offering ongoing support during their transition into the profession.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Enhanced communication skills among students with daily interactive activities.
- Cultivated positive classroom atmosphere, implementing behavior management techniques.
- Fostered love of reading in students by curating classroom library with wide range of genres and levels.
- Enhanced student comprehension and engagement by integrating interactive technologies into lesson plans.
- Implemented project-based learning experiences, encouraging critical thinking and real-world application of knowledge.
- Boosted reading proficiency with targeted phonics instruction.
Education
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction Emphasis Math
Black Hills State University
Spearfish12-2011
Skills
- Customer service
- Positive attitude
- Time management
- Data entry
- File organization
- Organizing and categorizing
- Verbal communication
- Dedicated team player
- Resourceful
- File maintenance
- Excel spreadsheets
- Professional and mature
- Scheduling appointments
- Clerical support
- Document management
- Relationship building
- Office supplies management
- Mail sorting and distribution
- Valid Driver's license
- Bookkeeping
- Spreadsheet creation
- Payment processing
- Issue resolution
- Complex Problem-solving
- Proofreading
- [Language] fluency
- Project planning
- Bank deposit reconciliation
Timeline
Office Assistant
Discount Fuel
11.2023 - Current
Elementary School Teacher
Kadoka Area School District
08.1995 - 05.2025
Master of Science - Curriculum And Instruction Emphasis Math
Black Hills State University