Joanne Meighoo Roberts
***** ****** *** *****, ***** Marlboro, MD, 20774
*************@*****.*** 202-***-**** (c)
Objective Statement:
To obtain a position in which my professional experience advances, with growth, development and further
education.
Summary Statement:
Results oriented leader with proven success of working both independently and as an excellent team
member. Background includes switchboard operations, clerical, secretarial, help desk duties, data entry,
technology, law secretary, small business administrative assistant and basic book keeping. Critical thinker
and adept negotiator who can apply collaborated effort to execute a task.
Accomplishments/Professional Experience:
Personal Assistant Mr. Charles Kocian Dec 2009 – Jan 2011
Offered administrative assistance. Taking and making calls. Keeping of the family agenda,
arranging for reservations of various events, some secretarial responsibilities, gift shopping, and
running errands of all types. Compile research for personal business. Handles correspondence and
writes letters. Prepares documents.
Secretary of Church Board St. Andrew Kaggwa RC Church Nov 2005 – Sept 2008
Attend all meetings and compose the official minutes. Answer all correspondence promptly, and
inform officers and advisors of the communication. Organize and Chair board meetings. Organize
agenda and contact members. Use of internet to contact church members, update parish office
information. Plan and organize fund raising activities. Prepare and send correspondence to
respective members and businesses. Keep complete, accurate records of all meetings of the
Executive Board and the Association. Provide copies of previous business meeting(s) to all
members at current business meeting. Serve as a voting member of the Executive Board. Conduct
such correspondence as the Executive Board may direct.
Student Teacher Ministry of Public Administration Sept 2005 – Sept 2008
Granted two government scholarship for a Diploma in Education and Bachelor in Education,
majoring in Early Childhood Education. Continued receiving assistant teacher’s salary while
studying full time.
Assistant Teacher Newtown Boys/Girls R. C. School Sept 2003 – July 2005
Combining play and interactive activities with an increasing focus on early academic learning,
including letter recognition, phonics, and numbers. Planning and organizing a range of individual
and group activities, including role play, movement, dance, singing, games, arts and crafts and
nature activities. Planning the indoor and outdoor environment to provide a positive and safe
learning environment. Using creative and practical skills to prepare inspiring learning materials.
Monitoring and reporting on children's development and identifying those with possible learning
difficulties, consulting other professionals. Communicating effectively with parents about their
children's development. Teaching classes and assessing students' progress and performance.
Planning and preparing lessons, grading papers and preparing report cards. Providing constructive
feedback and guidance to students experiencing educational or personal challenges. Maintaining
order and discipline in the classroom. Communicating with parents, teachers and other
professionals, both formally and informally. Identifying children's individual and collective
learning needs and planning, preparing and delivering instruction that caters for the full ability
range within the class. Employing a variety of teaching methods designed to capture students'
interest and maximize individual learning.
Data Entry Clerk Petroleum Company of Trinidad and Tobago July 2001 – Aug 2003
(PETROTRIN)
Enter data on computer mainframe system. Confirm accuracy of data. Prepare batches of invoices
for data entry. Data enter invoices for IT Department. Process backup reports after data entry.
Enter the weekly, fortnightly and monthly payroll. Record all checks. Batch pay sheets for data
entry Data enter of payroll information. Log in and distribute pay stubs. Perform general clerical
duties such as typing, answering phones, etc. Explaining information related to day to day or
recurring issues. Completing routine forms requiring limited variations in the entry of data.
Help Desk Operator (PETROTRIN) July 2001 – August 2003
Answer staff questions in person via phone and email. Obtain support when needed. Trouble shoot
computer problems with assistance from IT Technician. Determine source of simple computer
problem; hardware, software, application, networking. Serve as liaison between staff and
technology support department. Enter, maintain and close work orders. Document resolutions for
future reference.
Switchboard Operator (PETROTRIN) July 2001 – August 2003
Operates switchboard equipment in order to answer incoming calls; determines intent of caller and
makes appropriate connection. Assists in reporting telephone equipment or service complaints and
problems. Maintains logs of calls placed and any additional information required for various
reports or special projects. Operates and maintains telephone system which disseminates
informational messages to callers regarding specific topics.
Education
Kendall College, Illinois, CA (Dean’s List) Jan 2011 present
The University of Trinidad and Tobago, Corinth Campus Sept 2006 – Sept 2008
Corinth Teachers College Sept 2005 – July 2006
The College of Accounting and Secretarial Skills, San Fernando Sept 1992 – June 1995
Qualifications:
U. S. Equivalency: 92 semester credit hours of transfer credit toward a Bachelor of Education
from a regionally accredited institution of higher education in the United States
Office Procedures, Principles of Accounts, Principles of Business
Graduation from a regionally accredited high school in the United States.
Courses: Typewriting (Advanced) 50 words per minute, Computer Studies
Certificates:
Certification of Participation – Exceptional Customer Service November
2002
Certification of Participation – Exceptional Customer Service (Part 2)
December 2002
Certification of Participation – Microsoft Word 2000 (Basic) April
2003
Certification of Participation – Microsoft Excel 2000 (Basic) May 2003
Certificate of Appreciation – Parish Youth Co coordinator (Drama Fest 2007) June 2007
Certificate of Appreciation – Book Fair promoting reading (Kettering Ele) November 2008
Certificate of Appreciation – Black History Month Celebrations (Kettering Ele) February 2009
Certificate of Appreciation – Valuable Contribution (Kettering Elementary) May 2009
Certificate of Appreciation – Judge Science Fair Competition (Kettering Ele) Feb 2009,
2010
Professional/Community Membership:
Lector – St. Joseph R. C. Church present
Volunteer Teacher – 3rd Grade Religious Education (St. Joseph R. C. Church) 2009 to
present
Volunteer Kettering Elementary School 2008 to present
Leader of Christian Group (University of Trinidad and Tobago) 2007 2008
Leader of Youth Drama Group 2007
Secretary (Church Board) 2006 2008
Co coordinator of Tea Party/Fashion Show Fund Raiser 2004
References available upon request