BUSINESS SKILLS:Word processing: Microsoft WordOther applications: PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, QuarkExpress,PhotoShop, Excel, Access, File Maker Pro, Microsoft Outlook, Lotus Notes, Reference ManagerWriting ability (proposals, newsletters, presentations, resumes, cover letters)Internet skillsEvent coordination: trade shows, seminars, user conferencesSTRENGTHS:Interpersonal skills - ability to put people at ease; Dependable, organized, efficient ;Team player; Self-starterBUSINESS EXPERIENCE:The Health Institute, Division of Clinical Care Research, New England Medical Center, Boston, MANovember 2000 - Present, Executive Assistant to Director and to Research ScientistCreated prepress drafts for flyers, catalogs, order forms, and price listsManaged digital image libraryFormatted digital images for WebsiteCoordinated co-op program and produced credit memosWrote memos, presentations, and correspondence for Vice PresidentMaintained Excel sheets for budget, brand ID program, and retail mailer programMonitored invoicesHealth Dialog, Inc., Boston, MASept. 1998-April 1999 Administrative Assistant for healthcare management firmReviewed and analyzed health videosCreated PowerPoint presentationsFulfilled orders for videotapesTEACHING EXPERIENCE:Taught in nursery school for five years and kindergarten for two yearsCOMMUNITY SERVICE:Prescription Parents, Inc. (a parent support group for parents of children with cleft lip/palate) Office for Children, Southern District Council, Former Member of Board of DirectorsEDUCATION: 1971-75 Boston State College, Boston, MA. M.Ed. Early Childhood Education, Dean's List1967-71 Albertus Magnus College, New Haven, CT. B.A., majored in English<>
