Jennifer Dunbar James
Assistant to the Head of Trinity College School at Trinity College School - TCS- Claim this Profile
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NSRF Certified Coach
National School Reform Facutly
Experience
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Trinity College School - TCS
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Assistant to the Head of Trinity College School
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Jul 2018 - Present
Trinity College School is a co-educational, independent boarding/day school located on 100 acres of rolling countryside in picturesque Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1865, TCS is one of Canada's oldest and most respected educational institutions. Our Mission Developing habits of the heart and mind for a life of purpose and service Trinity College School is a co-educational, independent boarding/day school located on 100 acres of rolling countryside in picturesque Port Hope, Ontario, Canada. Established in 1865, TCS is one of Canada's oldest and most respected educational institutions. Our Mission Developing habits of the heart and mind for a life of purpose and service
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The Bishop Strachan School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Executive Assistant and Office Manager, Senior School
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Oct 2007 - Jul 2018
Summary of Position: Support the Principal on all day-to-day administrative matters. Responsible for running of the administrative support functions of the Senior School with direct day-to-day responsibility for the Front Office, Reception and Switchboard, ensuring the highest standards of customer service. Coordinate and provide administrative support to Senior School Leadership team members. Mentor and participate in hiring process for administrative staff throughout the organization. Specific Accountabilities Include: • Provides confidential administrative support to the Principal including file management and correspondence preparation • Builds and manages Principal’s calendar • Anticipates needs of Principal and Senior School and plans accordingly • Exercises diplomacy and good judgment in liaising with parents, students and staff providing assistance and information through knowledge and understanding of school policies and procedures • Arranges travel and accommodations • Supervises all direct reports (five total) on a day-to day basis • Ensures effective and efficient work practices are in place • Oversees the organization and logistics of various events in the Senior School i.e. School opening/graduation ceremonies/Summer Academy • Recommends policy in matters pertaining to Front Office, Reception and Switchboard • Participates in the hiring, corrective disciplinary and termination processes • Co-leads the Administrative Specialists Team • Plans and delivers Professional Development for the Administrative Specialists Team • Liaises with the Facility Manager on security matters • Participates in committees and task forces where opportunity is offered (i.e. Pension Committee, Staff Fund Rep, Staff Growth & Evaluation Task Force, Leadership Growth & Evaluation Task Force) • Technology includes; Gmail, Google Drive, Google Calendar, Blackbaud (Education Edge- NetMail, Intranet), Constant Contact, Mac Platform using Apple and Windows software Show less
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The Bishop Strachan School
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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100 - 200 Employee
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Administrative Assistant
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Jan 2003 - Jan 2007
Provided administrative support for Summer Academy and e-Academy • Received and responded to all inquiries about programs via phone and email • Liaised with Marketing on advertising materials and distribution • Assisted in the preparation of documents such as registration forms, brochures and flyers • Processed all registrations, deposits and reference information • Collected and maintained data on emergency procedures and health and safety information • Coordinated transportation and communication needs for field trips and all athletics • Provided switchboard and reception relief as necessary • Assisted in all Administrative Support Team tasks, including but not limited to; report card editing and preparation, curriculum night, registration day activities, large mailings • Technology used included; Microsoft Office, Blackboard and Blackbaud on a PC platform Show less
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Toronto District School Board
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Canada
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Primary and Secondary Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Administrative Assistant Supply
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Jan 2000 - Jan 2003
Provided clerical relief in Principal, Vice-Principal and Guidance offices • Monitored and recorded daily attendance records • Answered inquiries from parents and students, contacted parents regarding truancy • Various office duties such as typing of letters, memos and preparing formal reports • Assisted in special event preparation including commencement, exams, school registration • Responsible for the organizational flow of incoming and outgoing mail • Reception duties including screening calls and receiving visitors Show less
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Merchandise Supervisor
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Jan 1997 - Jan 1999
Responsible for merchandising and weekly promotions in various departments • Implemented seasonal and design changes in store-level merchandising • Participated in loss prevention and inventory control procedures • Solved customer concerns and maintained high levels of customer service • Worked with employees to maintain company standards, policies and procedures • Organized and scheduled staff • Carried out hiring, dismissal and training of staff through co-ordinated work with the Human Resource department Show less
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Education
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York University
Bachelor of Arts -
Thistletown Collegiate Institute
Diploma, English and English Literature awards
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