Christina G. Email & Phone Number

Alexandria, Virginia

The Senior Community Service Employment (SCSEP) Program provides valuable training and experience for older workers, preparing them to reenter the workforce and secure jobs in their communities. Currently perform administrative duties and data entry at the Financial Empowerment Center (Britepaths). At the Workforce Development Center in the City of Alexandria (2017-2018) assisted individuals in their job search by helping them to use the Internet and perform basic computer skills. Created and edited MS Word documents. Used the Copier, fax, and telephone. Answer questions regarding employment search, workshops and job-readiness training the Center offers.At the NCOA Office, conducted research via internet and phone to accumulate up-to-date information for host agencies that participate in the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP) Program. Created an Excel Spreadsheet that authenticates current information on participating host agencies.

Alexandria, Virginia

Herndon, Va

Placed loans into liquidation at request of lenders and prepared and sent confirmation letters with a helpful hints guide. Created new files for these loans.Retrieved and checked files out for loan specialists in the organizationChecked returning files in and placed them on the shelves.Ensured orderliness and ease-of-access of files as well as assisting with various administrative tasks. Worked with Microsoft Excel to create detailed spreadsheets and Microsoft Outlook for extensive communication.

Alexandria, Virginia

LMECC is a nonprofit organization that assists individuals develop skills and find employment. Furthermore, our goal is to empower clients to present themselves positively to employers and identify their unique strengths. Also assistance is provided to individuals with mental health issues and other disabilities, as well as returning veterans, mature workers, and international clients. It offers free computer training as well as assistance with resume writing, interviewing, identifying job leads, and other relevant issues.Learn more at www.lmec.org.My duties: Answered phone inquiries regarding employment services, computer classes and other services the center offers. Screened calls and referred them to the best point of contact.Welcomed new consumers to the Center, helped them fill out the Welcome Form and introduced them to the Center’s services and facilities while maintaining the Center’s security measures.Assisted clients with their job search by editing their resumes and helping them locate and apply for jobs on the internet.Maximized use of software applications, including Word, Excel, and Power Point 2007 to create correspondence, handbooks, announcements, and spreadsheets.

Fairfax, Virginia

Assisted customers of multicultural backgrounds in the store as well as the outside garden.Handled cash, credit and check transactions on a computerized cash register.Researched merchandise for customers on the computer and measure merchandise when appropriate.

Fair Oaks, Virginia

Provided superior customer service by assisting customers in all aspects of retail.Handled cash, credit and check transactions on a computerized register.Merchandised the selling floor in an attractive presentation.Utilized Spanish skills to enhance customer service and communication with co-workers.

to 2006.Prepared prescriptions by counting or pouring medications and labeling containers.Received written prescriptions or telephone refill requests and gathered pertinent information to fill these prescriptions; entered date into the computer. Developed and maintained an alphabetical filing system for prescriptions to enhance quick and accurate pick up.Communicated with customers regarding the status of prescriptions and special orders and provided basic information on medications.Stocked the pharmacy shelves with medications when they arrived from the supplier.Helped customers find over-the-counter medications.

Provided superior customer service by assisting customers in all aspects of retail.Handled cash, credit and check transactions on a computerized register.Exceeded sales goals for department.Merchandised the selling floor in an attractive presentation.Utilized Spanish skills to enhance customer service and communication with co-workers.(This position was part-time from March 1999 to May 2001)

Typed and edited reports and documents on different word processing systems, composed correspondence, entered data into computers, typed from the Dictaphone, developed and maintained filing systems, processed mail, ordered supplies, and screened telephone calls.Prepared immigration applications for the Immigration and Naturalization Service (INS) and State Department. Entered data into a special database for visa applicants and prepared company letters for the INS describing the qualifications of these individuals for temporary work visas.Prepared trademark applications for clients.

Fairfax County Government

On the phone and in person, identified initial needs of clients and explained appropriate procedures on applying for public assistance such as food stamps, Medicaid, ADFC, emergency shelter, etc. Referred calls and clients to appropriate services or eligibility worker.Translated policies and procedures for Spanish-speaking clients and helped them fill out application forms.Using the computer, researched and retrieved case information on clients. Also entered case file names into a database program.

Prepared classes and taught English conversation and aural skills to Japanese students. Taught at a private high school, a junior college, and several companies in addition to classes at the school.Assisted with and participated in extra-curricular activities such as parties, lectures, and outings.

Prepared and taught structure, reading, writing, and conversation classes in the specialized Intensive English Program. Created midterm and final exams and evaluated the proficiency and progress of students.Taught classes in TOEFL preparation and in the General English program. Assisted in oral placement tests for prospective students and participated in extracurricular activities.

Medellin, Colombia

Master'S Degree, Applied Linguistics (Teaching English As A Foreign Language)

Ma, B.A, English/Spanish

Credentials in teaching English as a foreign language.

Certificate, Microsoft Office Specialist

General

Activities and Societies: Spanish Club, German Club, French Club

General Studies, Computers

Spanish, Teaching English