Natasha Sahadeo
Bloomington,MN
Summary
Experienced with academic administrative support, ensuring efficient and organized office environments. Utilizes advanced scheduling, communication, and event planning skills to enhance academic operations. Knowledge of administrative software and organizational strategies to support institutional goals.
Organized and dedicated Administrative Assistant with proven track record of providing exceptional customer service in fast-paced environments. Offering keen attention to detail and strong decision-making skills to manage multiple, concurrent tasks. Self-motivated work ethic to perform effectively in independent or team environments.
Enthusiastic Administrative Assistant with expertise in anticipating professional needs and proactively identifying and resolving problems. Bringing proven to promote organization and availability through effective schedule development. Excellent customer service and conflict management skills.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Dean's Assistant
Bloomington ISD School
08.2023 - Current
- Managed filing system, entered data and completed other clerical tasks.
- Managed phone and email correspondence and handled incoming and outgoing mail and faxes.
- Assisted coworkers and staff members with special tasks on daily basis.
- Managed paper and electronic filing systems by routing various documents, taking messages and managing incoming and outgoing mail.
- Completed forms, reports, logs, and records to quickly handle all documentation for human resources.
- Built and maintained excellent customer relationships through timely response to inquiries and going above and beyond to accommodate unusual requests.
- Created and maintained detailed administrative processes and procedures to drive efficiency and accuracy.
- Continually sought methods for improving daily operations, communications with clients, recordkeeping, and data entry for increased efficiency.
- Identified and recommended changes to existing processes to improve accuracy, efficiency, and quality service.
Paraprofessional Educator
Bloomington ISD School
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Provided support during classes, group lessons, and classroom activities.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Aided teachers in coordinating extracurricular events and field trips, providing enriching experiences beyond the traditional classroom setting.
- Facilitated seamless transitions between learning activities by efficiently organizing supplies and preparing spaces for optimal productivity.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by establishing strong relationships with students and maintaining open communication with families.
- Boosted classroom engagement by incorporating interactive, hands-on activities into daily lesson plans.
- Supported special needs students through one-on-one assistance, enabling them to reach their full potential in an inclusive environment.
Cook Manager
Bloomington ISD School
09.2014 - 06.2023
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep processes and optimizing ingredient usage.
- Adapted cooking methods to accommodate special dietary requests without compromising dish integrity or taste.
- Reduced food waste by implementing proper portion control techniques and monitoring inventory levels.
- Trained new hires on kitchen procedures, safety protocols, and recipe execution to maintain consistency in service quality.
- Upheld strict food safety guidelines to minimize the risk of contamination or illness resulting from improper handling practices.
- Improved team morale by fostering open communication and encouraging professional growth among staff members.
- Ensured timely preparation of dishes for large events, coordinating efforts with front-of-house staff for seamless execution.
- Maintained a high standard of cleanliness, ensuring a safe and sanitary work environment for staff and customers.
- Developed creative daily specials, incorporating seasonal ingredients to showcase culinary skills and increase menu diversity.
- Collaborated with other kitchen staff to ensure smooth operations during peak meal times.
- Developed kitchen staff through training, disciplinary action, and performance reviews.
- Inspected equipment and machinery for proper working condition and directed staff to clean and repair as needed.
PCA Care Giver
All Home Health
01.2003 - 09.2020
- Assisted patients with daily living activities, promoting independence and wellbeing.
- Ensured proper hygiene practices were followed by assisting with bathing, grooming tasks.
- Improved patient comfort by providing compassionate and attentive care.
- Maintained a clean and safe environment for patients, reducing the risk of infections and accidents.
- Developed strong relationships with patients'' families to provide updates on progress and address concerns collaboratively.
- Provided emotional support to patients and families during difficult times, fostering trust and rapport.
- Facilitated meal planning, preparation, feeding assistance as needed while adhering to specific dietary restrictions or requirements.
- Managed challenging behaviors in dementia patients using de-escalation techniques, creating a calm atmosphere within the care setting.
- Supported the physical therapy process by guiding patients through prescribed exercises under therapist supervision.
- Maintained clean and safe environment to promote patient safety and comfort.
Activity Director
Elliot Care Home
05.2003 - 09.2007
- Ensured compliance with state regulations and facility policies by maintaining accurate documentation of activity programs.
- Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
- Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
- Developed strong relationships with residents and their families, fostering a supportive community environment.
- Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of patients.
- Boosted social interaction among residents through organizing regular events, outings, and group activities.
- Developed and lead intergenerational activities to encourage mental agility of patients.
- Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.
- Addressed challenging behaviors exhibited by some residents during group settings through effective communication strategies that maintained a positive atmosphere.
- Enhanced resident engagement by planning and executing diverse recreational activities tailored to individual interests and abilities.
- Performed assessments on activity programs to determine what specific activities were suitable.
- Assisted with safety and emergency planning to secure patient safety while at facility and prevent injury.
Education
Associate of Arts -
Normandale Community College
Minneapolis, MN05-2027
High School Diploma -
Berbice High School
Guyana06-1999
Skills
- Teamwork
- Multitasking and time management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Fast learner
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Multitasking
- Multitasking Abilities
- Excellent communication
- Critical thinking
- Clear communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Telephone and email etiquette
- Active listening
- Effective communication
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Verbal and written communication
- Document and file management
- Customer relations and communications
- Relationship building
- Microsoft office
- Writing and editing
- Documentation and recordkeeping
- Professionalism
- Complex Problem-solving
- Editing and proofreading
Timeline
Dean's Assistant
Bloomington ISD School
08.2023 - Current
Paraprofessional Educator
Bloomington ISD School
08.2021 - 06.2024
Cook Manager
Bloomington ISD School
09.2014 - 06.2023
Activity Director
Elliot Care Home
05.2003 - 09.2007
PCA Care Giver
All Home Health
01.2003 - 09.2020
Associate of Arts -
Normandale Community College
High School Diploma -
Berbice High School
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