Charity H. Cotton
St. Louis
Summary
Passionate about community service, with extensive volunteer experience at The Reading Village and local homeless shelters in Saint Louis, demonstrating a commitment to making a meaningful impact. Aiming to establish a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing shelter and essential resources for women in challenging situations reflects a deep understanding of social issues and a desire to create positive change. This dedication showcases leadership qualities and emphasizes a proactive approach to addressing community needs.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Administrative Assistant
Well Path
Little Rock, AR
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Managed scheduling and coordination of meetings for multiple departments.
- Assisted in preparing reports and presentations using Microsoft Office Suite.
- Streamlined office procedures to enhance operational efficiency and communication.
- Maintained accurate records and files for efficient retrieval and management.
- Supported onboarding processes by organizing training materials and sessions.
- Responded to inquiries promptly, enhancing customer service experience across departments.
Young Money Manager
Mers Goodwill
St. Louis, MO
05.2022 - 05.2023
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on financial literacy and personal growth.
- Developed and delivered presentations on financial literacy.
- Educated and empowered peers on financial literacy concepts, including SMART goals, budgeting, car buying, credit building, and resiliency.
- Created engaging social media content to support program outreach.
- Conducted interviews with program participants and contributed to a monthly newsletter.
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, The Watering Bowl
St. Louis, MO
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Supervised animals to ensure their safety and well-being in a daycare and training environment.
- Assisted with grooming and general care responsibilities.
- Maintained feeding schedules and ensured animals had consistent access to food and water.
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, Morgan Graves Consultants
St. Louis, MO
05.2019 - 08.2019
- Provided administrative and secretarial support to clients and staff.
- Maintained organized filing systems and ensured accurate recordkeeping.
- Assisted with the hiring process by scheduling interviews and pre-screening candidates.
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, The License Collectors Office
St. Louis, MO
05.2016 - 08.2016
- Organized documents and maintained structured filing systems to improve office efficiency.
- Assisted with general clerical duties, including data entry, copying, and document preparation.
- Managed incoming and outgoing mail, ensuring timely distribution and processing.
- Provided front desk support by greeting visitors, answering phones, and directing inquiries appropriately.
Education
High School -
Hancock High School
Olivette, MO05-2017
Graduated with liberal Arts and science degree -
Pulaski Technical College
Little Rock, AR05-2025
Skills
- Customer Service
- Active Listening
- Mathematics
- Microsoft Office
- Critical Thinking
- Data Entry
- Financial Literacy
- Social Perceptiveness
- Negotiation
- Computer skills
- Office administration
- Administrative support
- Customer service
Timeline
Administrative Assistant
Well Path
06.2025 - 01.2026
Young Money Manager
Mers Goodwill
05.2022 - 05.2023
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, The Watering Bowl
05.2021 - 10.2021
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, Morgan Graves Consultants
05.2019 - 08.2019
Summer Intern
STL Youth Jobs, The License Collectors Office
05.2016 - 08.2016
High School -
Hancock High School
Graduated with liberal Arts and science degree -
Pulaski Technical College