Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
School Bus Driver
First Canada
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2021 - Current
Used navigation equipment and two-way radio while remaining focused on safety.
Tallied student count, mileage and fuel usage reports, forwarding to immediate supervisor for documentation purposes.
Maintained accurate records and reports that stated the total number of students, hours worked, and mileage.
Attended staff meetings and training sessions regularly for professional development purposes.
Exhibits professional, courteous behavior in all interactions with children, parents, teachers, administrators, or anyone in the general public.
Communication of and adherence to Injury Prevention (IP) standards.
Managed time efficiently so that routes are completed within the allotted timespan.
Price Accuracy Team Member
Target Canada
Edmonton, Alberta
03.2013 - 05.2014
Performed regular audits of store shelves and online catalogues for accurate product information and pricing.
Verified price changes in the system to ensure accuracy before releasing to customers.
Resolved customer complaints related to incorrect or outdated pricing information quickly and efficiently.
Maintained records of all price changes made during each shift period according to company policy.
Prepared detailed reports summarizing data collected from daily price audits.
Created weekly reports to track pricing discrepancies and communicated results to management team.
Retail Sales Associate
Benix & Co.
Edmonton, Alberta
05.2012 - 03.2013
Conducted regular stock checks, reporting discrepancies and ordering stock replenishments as needed.
Performed cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments and issuing receipts.
Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and contribute to a positive work environment.
Maintained records related to sales for store management.
Completed transactions in an efficient manner while providing excellent customer service.
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2002 - 11.2011
Designed research and experimental studies, executing research techniques, tests, and assays.
Utilized statistical software for data analysis and interpretation.
Organized, managed, and maintained databases for research projects.
Collaborated with faculty members on grant proposals for external funding sources.
Attended professional conferences to present research findings and network with peers in the field.
Participated in weekly lab meetings to discuss ongoing work within the lab group setting.
Prepared reports, presentations, and articles using Microsoft Word and PowerPoint.
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
University of Alberta
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2002 - 12.2008
Maintained accurate records of all laboratory activities, including attendance, grades, and lab notes.
Assisted in conducting laboratory experiments and demonstrations for undergraduate biology classes.
Answered questions from students regarding course material or lab procedures.
Communicated regularly with faculty members about changes or updates required for existing laboratory exercises.
Evaluated and documented student learning and growth.
Held office hours to assist students with course materials and tests.
Document Transcriber
Advanis
Edmonton, Alberta
09.2005 - 12.2006
Transcribed audio recordings into written documents with a high degree of accuracy and speed.
Proofread and edited transcribed documents to ensure accuracy and clarity.
Organized digital files for easy access, retrieval, and archiving.
Performed quality assurance checks on all completed transcripts before submission.
Education
Certificate of Technical Studies - Emergency Medical Responder
Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT)
Edmonton, AB
07-2013
Ph.D. - Plant Biology
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
11-2011
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Universidad De Las Americas - Puebla
Puebla, Mexico
05-2002
Skills
Researching skills
Word Processing
Microsoft Office expertise
Database entry
Customer Service
Problem-Solving
Interpersonal and written communication
Teamwork and Collaboration
Languages
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
School Bus Driver
First Canada
09.2021 - Current
Price Accuracy Team Member
Target Canada
03.2013 - 05.2014
Retail Sales Associate
Benix & Co.
05.2012 - 03.2013
Document Transcriber
Advanis
09.2005 - 12.2006
Graduate Research Assistant
University of Alberta
09.2002 - 11.2011
Biology Laboratory Teaching Assistant
University of Alberta
09.2002 - 12.2008
Certificate of Technical Studies - Emergency Medical Responder
Program Officer at Government of Canada – Employment and Social Development CanadaProgram Officer at Government of Canada – Employment and Social Development Canada