Debi Thomas Email & Phone Number

I am passionate about education. AdvancEd is the world's leader in accreditation and continuous school improvement. I am very focused on providing schools in the North Carolina excellent customer services and the support required in their pursuit of excellence in serving students. I am very motivated and a self-starter; I enjoy a constant learning experience. I respect the opinions, abilities and contributions of others and I attempt to draw from their vast knowledge. I receive suggestions or constructive criticism in a positive manner. I contribute to a positive work environment by being flexible and by adapting to changing conditions. Also, I will assume other work assignments as needed. I work with others to share knowledge and information while implementing policy and procedural changes in a positive manner and I am proactive and solution –oriented when problems are presented. I work with others to analyze situations to solve problems and achieve results by seeking other alternatives and by offering ideas and suggestions on improvements.

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  Administrative Assistant - Education Management

  Advanced

  Jul 2004 - Present

  My role provides administrative support in an organized, efficient and accurate manner. Develops effective workflow plans, sets focused priorities, and meets or exceeds established deadlines for a varying workload. Deals promptly and professionally with a diverse group of external and internal clients and provides appropriate and accurate information. Support the State Director in providing accreditation and related services to the schools and districts in the state. *Efficiently perform a variety of administrative functions including: word processing, filing, answering phones, collect and distribute mail, photocopying, managing and maintaining database systems, ordering supplies, and making travel arrangements.*Prepare and proofread letters, memoranda, reports, data summaries, charts, proposals, contracts, and various other documents. *Support logistics and communication for newsletters, meetings, conferences and professional learning activities.*Prepare, organize, and disseminate materials for conferences, meetings and mass mailings.*Respond promptly to school and district requests.*Support the State Director in implementing the accreditation process, staffing External Review teams, and managing the communication and logistics pertaining to the accreditation process for all schools in the state.*Track expenditures and incomes, including billing and invoicing.*Work with State Director on professional learning events including logistics, vendors, program booklet, and communications *Assist in implementing and communicating the state’s strategic plan.*Foster positive and collaborative working relationships within the state office and across the organization.

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  Southwestern Community College

  Business