Lisa McKay
Margaret River
Summary
Calm yet highly motivated administrative professional with experience in streamlining office operations and improving efficiency.
Known for attention to detail, high level of organisational skills and the ability to multitask in dynamic work environments.
Adept in managing schedules, coordinating meetings, and handling correspondence.
Extremely reliable and effective in communication and interpersonal skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Room Leader
The Early Learning Centre of Margaret River
Margaret River, Western Australia
05.2019 - Current
- Provide a stimulating and engaging environment for the children in my care whilst planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities and programmes to suit individual children's needs.
- Establish and maintain open lines of communication with families and provide feedback to parents / caregiver's on their child's development.
- Supervise and support educators ensuring policies and procedure, regulations and standards, such as Early Years Learning Framework (EYLF) are followed and adhered to.
- Maintain accurate documentation, records to ensure the safety and well being of all children in my care.
- Participate in training and development opportunities.
- Walk through site visits and orientation days with new families and children.
Manager
Margaret Rivers Secret Garden
Margaret River, Western Australia
10.2006 - 12.2018
- Work exclusively with the owner to create a private wedding and function venue.
- Restructure the gardens business plan ensuring all legal documentation were in place including shire approvals, bush fire management plan and that our health and safety plan met all standards for clients, guests, staff and third party vendors.
- Employment of staff, payroll, accounts and fortnightly reporting to owner.
- Management of all front office communications via phone, email as well as stetting up private onsite appointments with clients and vendors.
- Complete management and overseeing of each event from first point of contact, on-site tours, being present at each event and follow up to maintain a high standard and customer satisfaction.
- 2013 - 2018 lived as on site manager.
- Created a venue that was exclusive and private whilst hosting numerous weddings, gourmet escapes, private functions and community fundraisers.
- Management of social media platforms, marketing materials and promotions.
Education Assistant
St Thomas More and Margaret River Primary
Margaret River, Western Australia
01.2012 - 12.2014
- Worked closely with teachers to support and guide students in each classroom.
- Maintained inclusive learning environment to enable students to gain maximum benefit from lessons.
- Delivered the MINI LIT programme in small groups allowing me to address student's individual needs.
- Supported teachers in maintaining a safe learning environment by monitoring student’s behaviour during class, transitions and extracurricular activities.
Gallery Assistant
Payet Gallery
Margaret River, Western Australia
03.2010 - 12.2013
- Open and closing of the art gallery on the weekends.
- Worked autonomously creating a central database for artist biographies to facilitate accurate delivery of information to clients.
- Answering phone calls, responding to emails, scheduling appointments, sales, arranging commission pieces.
- Assisted in the successful curation of various exhibitions and strengthened relationships between artist and collector.
Office Manager
Basildene Manor
Margaret River, Western Australia
01.1997 - 10.2006
- Onsite manager and after hours manager for the heritage listed 5 star accommodation.
- Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and organisational strategies.
- Assisted in recruitment process, conducting interviews, staff management and setting rosters.
- Managed bookings, confirmations, payments and all guest inquiries.
- General office duties and event management.
Education
High School Diploma -
Mercy College
Perth, WA12.1988
Skills
- Employee motivation
- Workload and time management
- Meeting coordination
- Administrative support
- Customer relations
- Problem-solving
- Interpersonal and communication skills
- Scheduling and planning
- Office management
Certification
* Current first aid certificate
* Current working with children check
* Certificate 3 in education support
Timeline
Room Leader
The Early Learning Centre of Margaret River
05.2019 - Current
Education Assistant
St Thomas More and Margaret River Primary
01.2012 - 12.2014
Gallery Assistant
Payet Gallery
03.2010 - 12.2013
Manager
Margaret Rivers Secret Garden
10.2006 - 12.2018
Office Manager
Basildene Manor
01.1997 - 10.2006
High School Diploma -
Mercy College
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