Clara Comanescu
Calgary,Alberta
Summary
Highly-motivated with a desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, leadership, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Energetic and community-driven university student with a proven ability to engage with diverse groups, manage events, and resolve issues calmly and confidently. Passionate about health, wellness, and personal development, with a background in athletics and youth mentorship. Fluent in English and Romanian, and possessing advanced Spanish skills, well-suited to thrive in a dynamic, people-first environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Lead/Retail Sales Associate
Dynamite Garage Clothing
Calgary, Alberta
06.2025 - 01.2026
- Lead a team to meet daily KPIs, ensure company values are upheld, and provide a positive and supportive work environment.
- Support team with scheduling for smooth operation, inventory control, and customer satisfaction.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, implementing changes when required.
- Work with customers on the floor (interaction) and at the point of sale.
Youth Group Coordinator and Representative
St Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church
Calgary, Canada
01.2022 - Current
- Direct, organize, communicate, and plan meetings for youth development, and attend conferences or functions in Toronto for skill enhancement and development.
- Romanian Orthodox Youth of America (ROYA) delegate for Alberta.
Receptionist
Vintage Running Board Specialists
Calgary, Canada
03.2020 - Current
- Answer questions from customers through phone calls and emails.
- Schedule appointments with the manager, and confirm shipping details.
- Performed duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing, and faxing.
- Ensured cleanliness and organization of the reception area to maintain a professional atmosphere.
Assistant Coach
Lions Volleyball Club
Calgary, Alberta
10.2023 - Current
- 2023-2024 Season coaching U15, 2024-2025 Season coaching U13.
- Foster player development, team strategy, and athletic growth.
- Promote a positive, growth-focused environment.
- Worked with parents, club coordinators, athletes, and association representatives to manage teams, fundraising, and events.
Senior Referee
Sherwood School Athletics
Calgary, Canada
10.2021 - 03.2025
- Oversee playoff games for Junior High girls and boys teams (both senior and junior)
- Maintain fair and consistent officiating, clearly communicating with athletes and coaches regarding game rules, awards, and scheduling
- Skilled in organization and ensuring smooth game-day operations through strong attention to detail and leadership.
Teaching Assistant
Henry Wise Wood High School
Calgary, Alberta
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Printing, uploading, filing of paperwork, assignments, and marks.
- Helped students master assignments and reinforced learning concepts presented by teachers.
- Provided one-on-one support to students requiring additional assistance.
- Created and maintained a safe and engaging learning environment for all students.
- Helped teachers with material generation, lesson plan development, class preparation, scheduling, exam distribution and student mentoring.
- Graded assignments and tests and documented results into filing systems.
Ticket and Merchandise Seller
Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
Calgary, Canada
04.2020 - 04.2020
Debate Monitor
Junior ADSA (Alberta Debate and Speech Association)
Calgary, Canada
10.2018 - 03.2020
Education
High School Diploma -
Henry Wisewood High School
Calgary, AB06-2024
Associate of Arts - Law And Society
University of Calgary
Calgary, ABSkills
- Communication skills
- Data entry
- Key performance indicators
- Team management
- Time management
- Calendar management
- Office supply inventory control
- Phone etiquette
- Dependable and responsible
- Training & Development
- Customer relations
- Problem-solving
- Fluent in English and Romanian
- Advanced in Spanish
- First Aid/CPR
Timeline
Team Lead/Retail Sales Associate
Dynamite Garage Clothing
06.2025 - 01.2026
Assistant Coach
Lions Volleyball Club
10.2023 - Current
Teaching Assistant
Henry Wise Wood High School
09.2022 - 06.2024
Youth Group Coordinator and Representative
St Andrew Romanian Orthodox Church
01.2022 - Current
Senior Referee
Sherwood School Athletics
10.2021 - 03.2025
Ticket and Merchandise Seller
Best of the West Volleyball Tournament
04.2020 - 04.2020
Receptionist
Vintage Running Board Specialists
03.2020 - Current
Debate Monitor
Junior ADSA (Alberta Debate and Speech Association)
10.2018 - 03.2020
High School Diploma -
Henry Wisewood High School
Associate of Arts - Law And Society
University of Calgary