Sandra Lynn McKnight
Highland,IN
Summary
To obtain a position in a fulfilling career where I can see myself grow and learn with the company.
I have had a strong work ethic in all of my previous employment opportunities. With this being said, I take pride in the work I do and accomplish. I enjoy being part of a team that involves helping others grow in the success of the company. In this role, I plan on using all of my past experiences and learning opportunities to develop a long lasting future with your company.
Overview
38
38
years of professional experience
Work History
Dispatch Clerk
Town Of Highland, In
04.2021 - Current
- Maintained a clean and orderly dispatch area, fostering a professional environment conducive to productivity and team morale.
- Contributed to a positive workplace culture through active participation in team meetings, collaborative projects, and ongoing professional development initiatives.
- Boosted customer satisfaction with prompt resolution of inquiries, complaints, and special requests.
- Performed routine administrative work with customer assistance and data.
- Handled complaints and inquiries from public to resolve or report to proper department.
- Maintained contact with units on assignment to provide further assistance and support when needed.
- Maintained updated and detailed records of calls in physical and electronic database.
Dependent Care Aide
School Town of Highland
08.2016 - 04.2021
- Responsible for before and after school care for 25 children.
- Assist with homework.
- Responsible for getting children to appropriate buses and to parents.
Paraprofessional
Northwest Indiana Special Education Co-Op
09.2004 - 08.2016
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
- Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
- Fostered a positive learning environment by establishing strong rapport with students, parents, and faculty members.
Accounts Payable Clerk
Andover Management
01.2002 - 01.2004
- Reviewed vendor invoices for appropriate documentation and validity prior to payment.
- Applied proper codes to invoices, files, and receipts to keep records organized and easily searchable.
- Prepared vendor invoices and processed incoming payments.
- Assisted in month-end closing procedures, ensuring all invoices were processed on time to reflect accurate financial statements.
Administrative Assistant
Bulkmatic Transport
01.1989 - 01.2001
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
Assistant Book Keeper
Strack & Van Til
01.1986 - 01.1988
- Filed invoices with processed checks to maintain orderly accounting filing system.
- Reconciled financial data to maintain accurate account balances and support compliance with established accounting practices.
- Assisted bookkeepers in providing support documentation required for audits.
- Created and maintained detailed, organized and timely records of transactions to support legal compliance.
Education
General Education Diploma -
Highland High School
Highland, IN08.1981
Skills
- Work under pressure
- Data entry proficiency
- Task Delegation
References
- Lydia Lopez, Highland, IN, 46322, (219) 801-9090
- Janet Foster, 3122 Lincoln, Highland, IN, 46322, (219) 746-0686
- Tim Mannion, 1635 Schafer Drive, Schererville, IN, 46375, (219) 730-0050
Timeline
Dispatch Clerk
Town Of Highland, In
04.2021 - Current
Dependent Care Aide
School Town of Highland
08.2016 - 04.2021
Paraprofessional
Northwest Indiana Special Education Co-Op
09.2004 - 08.2016
Accounts Payable Clerk
Andover Management
01.2002 - 01.2004
Administrative Assistant
Bulkmatic Transport
01.1989 - 01.2001
Assistant Book Keeper
Strack & Van Til
01.1986 - 01.1988
General Education Diploma -
Highland High School
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