Kayla Gray
Chincoteague,VA
Summary
My goal is to positively impact the community through effective leadership, strategic planning, and collaboration. I am dedicated to advancing the mission and goals of organizations dedicated to social good and creating sustainable change that improves individuals and communities.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Auction and Gala Board Member-Scholarships
St Paul's Catholic School
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Acquired auction donors, auction donation collection, online auction creation, gala set-up and coordination, and volunteer coordination.
- Fostered collaboration among board members, promoting open communication and shared decision making.
- Collaborated with other board members to develop and execute programs and initiatives to advance organizational mission.
Caregiver
Stay-at-home mother
06.2019 - 09.2024
- Established positive relationships with children by engaging in interactive play sessions and offering emotional support as needed.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and bedtime rituals to maintain consistency for the children.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by childproofing the home and monitoring play areas.
- Coordinated household chores such as laundry, grocery shopping, and cleaning to maintain a clean living environment for the family.
- Fostered independence among young children by teaching them essential life skills such as personal hygiene, dressing themselves, and basic kitchen tasks.
- Provided transportation to school events, extracurricular activities, and appointments while ensuring timely arrivals.
Paralegal
Beckman, Schmazle, Georgalas, and Ross
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Enhanced client satisfaction by effectively managing family law cases and providing exceptional support to attorneys.
- Contributed to successful trial preparation through diligent organization of exhibits, witness interviews, and evidence analysis.
- Scheduled meetings, hearing, mediations, and settlement conferences.
- Streamlined case management processes for improved efficiency and timely resolution of legal matters.
- Maintained a high degree of confidentiality while handling sensitive client information and legal matters.
- Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
- Researched statutes, decisions, legal articles, and codes.
Paralegal
Ricci Law Firm
08.2018 - 03.2019
- Developed and maintained comprehensive client records, ensuring easy access to relevant information for future case management needs.
- Provided empathetic support to clients during their recovery process, fostering a positive environment conducive to healing.
- Actively communicated with clients throughout the claims process, providing updates on status and answering any questions or concerns they may have had.
- Oversaw successful transitions from short-term disability claims to long-term ones when necessary, ensuring continuity of care for clients facing extended periods out of work due to disabilities.
- Evaluated client progress regularly, adjusting case management plans as needed to optimize results.
- Collaborated with medical professionals to ensure timely and accurate assessments of clients'' disabilities and needs.
Paralegal
Dugan And Ledger
09.2017 - 08.2018
- Reduced attorney workload by drafting routine legal documents such as pleadings, motions, and affidavits.
- Managed scheduling of court calendars and deadlines to maintain smooth flow of firm operations.
- Enhanced case efficiency by organizing and maintaining legal documents, files, and correspondence.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation, and information for discovery request.
Administrative Office Manager
SCS Builder's
08.2014 - 06.2017
- Created a welcoming office environment by maintaining clean, organized spaces for staff use.
- Updated reports, managed accounts, and generated reports for company database.
- Managed payroll and benefits administration to ensure accuracy and compliance with company policies.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
Catering Manager
Peaden's Grill And Cafteria
06.2006 - 08.2014
- Successfully managed a diverse range of events including weddings, corporate functions, and special occasions, consistently exceeding client expectations.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Hired and trained both permanent and temporary staff members.
- Handled catering scheduling, ordered food and planned events.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/ Public Administrat/Nonprofit
Fayetteville State University
Fayetteville, NC01.2025
A.A - Paralegal Studies
Miller-Motte College
Wilmington, NC01.2017
Skills
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Organization
- Problem-solving
- Teamwork
Quote
"We make a living by what we get. We make a life by what we give."
Winston Churchill
Timeline
Auction and Gala Board Member-Scholarships
St Paul's Catholic School
09.2023 - 04.2024
Caregiver
Stay-at-home mother
06.2019 - 09.2024
Paralegal
Beckman, Schmazle, Georgalas, and Ross
03.2019 - 06.2019
Paralegal
Ricci Law Firm
08.2018 - 03.2019
Paralegal
Dugan And Ledger
09.2017 - 08.2018
Administrative Office Manager
SCS Builder's
08.2014 - 06.2017
Catering Manager
Peaden's Grill And Cafteria
06.2006 - 08.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science/ Public Administrat/Nonprofit
Fayetteville State University
A.A - Paralegal Studies
Miller-Motte College
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