MACKENZIE MCKEE
Larne,Northern Ireland
Summary
Skilled professional with extensive experience in administrative support and organisational management. Proficient in Sage bookkeeping software, Microsoft Office Suite, and advanced spreadsheet applications, ensuring high accuracy and attention to detail. Expertise in communication, negotiation, and problem-solving, complemented by strong time management and prioritisation skills. Experienced in staff onboarding, hiring processes, and safeguarding protocols within educational settings, utilising e-learning platforms to enhance operational efficiency.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work history
CLASSROOM ASSISTANT
Larne Grammar School
Larne
2023.10 - 2026.08
- Provided tailored 1:1 support to meet individual learning and behavioural needs, ensuring a structured and inclusive environment
- Supported the implementation of personalised education plans, monitoring outcomes and reporting progress
- Liaised effectively with teachers, SEN coordinators, and external professionals to support individual development plans
- Adapted and reviewed learning materials to suit individual needs, ensuring clarity, accessibility, and engagement
- Maintained accurate, confidential records of student progress and behaviour, supporting tailored intervention strategies
- Documented observations and provided feedback to enhance support for students' individual learning needs
- Handled sensitive information discreetly, ensuring professionalism and trust in communication with students and staff
CLASSROOM ASSISTANT
Toreagh Primary School
2023.04 - 2023.10
- Facilitated student understanding through effective communication and tailored guidance
- Monitored and reported on student progress and engagement to inform instructional strategies
- Prepared and organised lesson materials to enhance student learning
- Supported classroom activities by preparing materials and engaging with students
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Dream Luxury Serviced Apartments & Dream Mentoring
2023.01 - 2023.04
- Acted as primary liaison between CEO and internal/external stakeholders, ensuring clear and professional communication
- Coordinated complex diary management and UK-wide travel logistics, ensuring seamless scheduling in fast-paced, high-pressure environment
- Screened calls, managed correspondence, and handled enquiries with efficiency and discretion
- Produced reports, presentations, and briefing documents that facilitated informed executive decision-making
- Organised filing systems and developed spreadsheets/databases, enhancing operational efficiency
- Supported financial administration, including bookkeeping, purchase ledger management, and use of Sage
- Assisted with recruitment, onboarding, and event coordination, including logistics, suppliers, and scheduling
AU PAIR
Larne Northern Ireland
Larne
2020.12 - 2023.01
- Managed daily care routines for five children, ensuring timely school runs, nutritious meal preparation, and consistent bedtime schedules
- Organised and coordinated extracurricular activities, fostering engagement and developing time management skills
- Supported household operations with light housekeeping and facilitated early childhood development through activities like potty training
PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY
Torrance California
Torrance, California
2019.03 - 2019.09
- Drafted legal documents and correspondence, including motions, supplements, judgements, letters, and emails, ensuring clarity and adherence to legal standards
- Supported legal processes through court filings, case research, dictation, and utilisation of systems CEB, OneLegal, and Sage Timeslips, enhancing workflow efficiency
- Supported legal processes through court filings, case research, dictation, and use of systems CEB, OneLegal, and Sage Timeslips
- Managed client correspondence, facilitating effective communication through inbound/outbound calls and professional written communication
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Clyde Marine Services, Long Beach California
Long Beach, California
2014.02 - 2019.03
- Provided comprehensive support to the CEO, managing both business and personal requirements with discretion
- Managed complex diary, prioritising workload and coordinating meetings to optimise executive time
- Coordinated company agendas and executive-level meetings, ensuring seamless documentation and follow-up
- Acted as primary point of contact for client communications, maintaining professional and timely correspondence
- Handled highly confidential information with integrity and strict data security
- Delivered comprehensive administrative support, overseeing office management and supply coordination for operational efficiency
- Organised and maintained client files and documentation systems to ensure accuracy and accessibility
- Produced reports and documents through dictation, ensuring accuracy and clarity
Education
BA - English Language and Literature
The Open University
Belfast 09/2025 -
Paralegal & Advanced Paralegal Certification - Criminal Law, Family Law, and Investigations
California State University of Long Beach
Long Beach, CaliforniaSkills
- Special education knowledge
- School software proficiency
- Experience with e-learning platforms
- Data research and consolidation
- General administration
- Document preparation
- Data entry proficiency
- Advanced spreadsheet management
- Proficient in all Microsoft programmes (Microsoft 365), as well as Google and Apple programmes
- Diary management
- Event coordination
- Organisation and time management skills
- Prioritisation expertise
- Crisis resourcefulness
- High confidentiality
- Professional Discretion
- Communication skills
- Clear communication
- Problem-solving skills
- Decision-Making proficiency
- Negotiation skills
- Supplier negotiation
- Staff onboarding
- Organisation skills
- Office software management
- Travel arrangements
- Executive support
- Event coordination
- Data entry proficiency
Timeline
CLASSROOM ASSISTANT
Larne Grammar School
2023.10 - 2026.08
CLASSROOM ASSISTANT
Toreagh Primary School
2023.04 - 2023.10
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Dream Luxury Serviced Apartments & Dream Mentoring
2023.01 - 2023.04
AU PAIR
Larne Northern Ireland
2020.12 - 2023.01
PARALEGAL/LEGAL SECRETARY
Torrance California
2019.03 - 2019.09
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
Clyde Marine Services, Long Beach California
2014.02 - 2019.03
BA - English Language and Literature
The Open University
09/2025 -
Paralegal & Advanced Paralegal Certification - Criminal Law, Family Law, and Investigations
California State University of Long Beach