Jimnisha Burks
Antioch
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with over years of experience in administrative support, customer service, and working with students. Skilled in communication, organization, building positive relationships, and providing a safe, supportive environment. Committed to helping individuals achieve their goals through patience, consistency, and teamwork.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant II
Sierra School of Antioch
Antioch, CA
06.2021 - 06.2026
- Provided administrative support to management and multiple departments in a fast-paced office environment.
- Managed calendars, scheduled meetings, appointments, and coordinated conference rooms.
- Answered and directed phone calls, emails, and other correspondence while providing excellent customer service.
- Prepared, reviewed, and maintained reports, spreadsheets, presentations, and other business documents.
- Coordinated daily office operations to maintain workflow and meet deadlines.
- Processed invoices, purchase requests, and expense reports to support timely financial operations.
- Assisted with onboarding documentation and new employee orientation.
- Prepared meeting agendas, materials, and minutes.
- Collaborated with managers and team members on special projects and office initiatives.
- Trained and supported new staff on office procedures to enhance onboarding experience.
Teacher Assistant
Sierra School of Antioch
Antioch, CA
09.2016 - 06.2021
- Assisted academic instruction across subjects by implementing evidence-based techniques to enhance student learning.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Utilizes positive reinforcement to encourage behavior modification, discourage harmful behavior, and maintain classroom order.
- Assisted K-12 classrooms with students who had mild to moderate disabilities and severe behaviors.
- Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to inform lead teacher's strategies for addressing classroom challenges.
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher.
- Established and nurtured effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, support staff, and parents to foster a collaborative learning environment.
- Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use to comply with established curriculum.
Teacher Assistant
Tobinworld
Antioch, CA
03.2014 - 06.2016
- Utilizes positive reinforcement to encourage behavior modification, discourage harmful behavior, and maintain classroom order.
- Monitored and enforced rules in classroom and common areas, supporting lead teacher in maintaining a positive learning environment.
- Assist an academic instruction in a variety of subjects using evidence-based techniques.
- Documented student behaviors and interventions, providing teacher with insights to address key issues.
- Built and maintained effective communication and relationships with students, teachers, and support staff.
- Maintained clean and sanitized classrooms to promote student health and enhance learning conditions.
Caregiver
Friendship Care Home
Antioch, CA
09.2010 - 03.2013
- Assisted patients with dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting to support daily living activities and enhance overall well-being.
- Determined specific needs and provided most appropriate level of services for patient well-being.
- Provided safe mobility support to help patients move around personal and public spaces.
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded.
- Facilitated diverse activities to promote social, emotional, and physical health among patients.
- Engaged patients in conversation and reading aloud to enhance mental stimulation and maintain cognitive alertness.
- Analyzed overall patient performance and recommended adjustments to care plan goals.
Education
High School Diploma -
Prospect High School
Antioch, CA11.2011
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Laney College
Oakland, CA06.2027
Skills
- Office Management
- Data Entry
- Microsoft Office
- Scheduling
- Record management
- Time Management
- Organization
- Multitasking
- Problem Solving
- Client Interaction
- Conflict Resolution
- Relationship Building
Timeline
Administrative Assistant II
Sierra School of Antioch
06.2021 - 06.2026
Teacher Assistant
Sierra School of Antioch
09.2016 - 06.2021
Teacher Assistant
Tobinworld
03.2014 - 06.2016
Caregiver
Friendship Care Home
09.2010 - 03.2013
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Laney College
High School Diploma -
Prospect High School