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Craig Anthony Cummings

Professional
Calgary

Summary

To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Experiences within Education and Customer Service sectors with over 10 years record of cultivating and maintaining relationships, loyalty and retention. Accustomed to working in fast-paced environments with decisive problem-solving skills and competency in defusing high-pressure situations.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Screening Officer

Paladin Security Group
06.2024 - Current
  • Utilized advanced technology such as X-ray machines and metal detectors during screening processes, detecting potential hazards before they became an issue.
  • Maintained a secure environment by promptly identifying potential threats and reporting them to appropriate authorities.
  • Enhanced airport security by conducting comprehensive passenger and baggage screenings.
  • Collaborated with other airport personnel to maintain a seamless flow of passengers through all stages of the travel process.

Education Assistant

New Heights School And Learning Services
10.2023 - 02.2024
  • Implemented evidence-based instructional practices, contributing to consistent improvement in student achievement levels over time.
  • Engaged students in learning through effective classroom management techniques that promoted active participation and collaboration.
  • Managed special education accommodations for students with SEN needs, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.

High School Music Teacher/Deputy Head of Year

The Kingston Academy
09.2019 - 07.2023
  • Planned and delivered targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, composition music history, and performance etiquette.
  • Mentored additional need students with differentiated activities to gain academic progress.
  • Utilized current technology and interactive teaching methods to enhance student engagement.
  • Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
  • Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.

High School Music Teacher

Welling School
07.2016 - 08.2019
  • Taught curriculum enhanced lesson plans to educate students ages 11-18 about composition, performance and history of music.
  • Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
  • Attended students' concerts and performances to offer support and encourage extracurricular activities. Conducted and led Orchestra, String Orchestra and Choir.
  • Collaborated with staff on classroom policies, management strategies, and discipline.

High School Music Teacher

Randstad Education
03.2016 - 06.2016
  • Set academic and behavioral standards for students.
  • Developed and coordinated after-school programs and activities.
  • Monitored student progress and implemented intervention strategies to support student success.
  • Planned, developed and facilitated music lessons to students through ages 11-18 developing music theory, composition and performance skills.

Key Account Manager

High Definition Ltd
09.2015 - 03.2016
  • Built and maintained strong client relationships to drive business growth.
  • Worked with sales team to collaboratively reach targets, consistently meeting or exceeding personal quotas.
  • Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.
  • Managing targeted client accounts through sales and distribution to distributors of High Definition Ltd beauty products.

Activity Leader

Experience English
07.2015 - 08.2015

Summer school fixed term position

  • Organized activities for students and created welcoming and supportive environment to encourage participation.
  • Arranged outings/tours of the host city as part of a recreational program.
  • Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement, and engagement of students who were learning English as a foreign language.


Investment Sales Support Specialist

Lloyds Banking Group
03.2014 - 09.2014
  • Coordinated responses and resources to handle special client requests.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with key accounts and existing customers.
  • Managed customer accounts, responding to inquiries and resolving customer service issues
  • Discussed financial options with clients and provided informed suggestions.

Financial Customer Service Representative

Nationwide Building Society
09.2013 - 02.2014
  • Collaborated with staff members to enhance customer service experience and exceed team goals through effective client satisfaction rates.
  • Investigated and resolved accounting, service and online banking concerns.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes.
  • Responded to customer requests, offering excellent support and tailored recommendations to address needs.

Customer Resolution Specialist

CAPITA - Debenhams Retail
07.2012 - 08.2013
  • Recorded details of conversations, complaints and actions taken in CRM.
  • Developed highly empathetic client relationships and earned reputation for exceeding service standard goals.
  • Followed up with customers about resolved issues to maintain high standards of customer service.
  • Investigated and resolved customer inquiries and complaints quickly.

Education

PGCE in Secondary Education Music With QTS - Secondary Education

University of Cumbria
Lancaster, UK
09.2014 - 06.2015

Bachelor of Music - Music

University of Huddersfield
Huddersfield, UK
09.2008 - 07.2011

First Aid And CPR

Canadian Red Cross
Alberta, Calgary
05.2001 -

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health Commission of Canada
Calgary, Alberta
05.2001 -

Skills

    Customer Service

    Communication

    Conflict Resolution

    Time Management

    Analytical and Critical Thinking

Timeline

Certified Screening Officer

Paladin Security Group
06.2024 - Current

Education Assistant

New Heights School And Learning Services
10.2023 - 02.2024

High School Music Teacher/Deputy Head of Year

The Kingston Academy
09.2019 - 07.2023

High School Music Teacher

Welling School
07.2016 - 08.2019

High School Music Teacher

Randstad Education
03.2016 - 06.2016

Key Account Manager

High Definition Ltd
09.2015 - 03.2016

Activity Leader

Experience English
07.2015 - 08.2015

PGCE in Secondary Education Music With QTS - Secondary Education

University of Cumbria
09.2014 - 06.2015

Investment Sales Support Specialist

Lloyds Banking Group
03.2014 - 09.2014

Financial Customer Service Representative

Nationwide Building Society
09.2013 - 02.2014

Customer Resolution Specialist

CAPITA - Debenhams Retail
07.2012 - 08.2013

Bachelor of Music - Music

University of Huddersfield
09.2008 - 07.2011

First Aid And CPR

Canadian Red Cross
05.2001 -

Mental Health First Aid

Mental Health Commission of Canada
05.2001 -
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