Well-developed communication, interpersonal, organizational skills honed varied experiences Demonstrated exceptional customer service skills and attention to detail; experience working with diverse clients and understanding unique client needs Accurate, analytical, results and solution-oriented; with ability to work independently and in a team-oriented environment; experienced leading and liaising with colleagues
Experience utilizing and inputting data into databases with a demonstrated track record of creating and formatting clear documents, reports, charts, spreadsheets and presentations Well-developed analytical and multi-tasking skills, with ability to assess priorities and meet deadlines; acquired through experience working with different levels of staff Proven ability to deal calmly, courteously and effectively with people while remaining tactful and courteous in order to maintain the reputation of the company Works tactfully and professionally in a team and with minimal supervision; good problem- solving skills; decision making skills to maintain 100% customer satisfaction
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Early Childhood Educator Assistant
Upper Canada Child Care Centre
07.2024 - Current
Supported early language development through storytelling, reading books, and engaging children in interactive conversations.
Managed daily routines efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between different activities throughout the day without any loss of instructional time.
Created a nurturing and safe environment for children to grow emotionally, socially, and academically.
Enhanced children''s learning experiences by incorporating engaging play activities and age-appropriate educational materials.
Customer Service Manager
Wal-Mart Canada Corp.
10.2016 - Current
Offer outstanding customer service, create engaged customers and facilitate organic growth, taking ownership of customer issues and provide thorough resolution and follow ups
Troubleshoot challenging cases/grievances and customer problems with utmost respect and professionalism there by ensuring customer satisfaction
Manage a team of customer service associates/cashiers; provide training, coaching and monitor performance
Provide ideas on methods of upgrading customer service to enhance productivity, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent and timely service
Oversee day-to-day operations, and delegate effectively to meet daily/weekly deadlines
Manage and resolve all front end issues and handle the balancing of all cash registers
Meet sales targets and achieve profitability by controlling costs (labour, supplies, inventory)
Home Daycare Provider
Kids at Play Home Daycare
07.2015 - 08.2023
Offered children numerous opportunities throughout each week to get sunshine and exercise in yard and at local parks.
Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
Streamlined administrative tasks such as enrollment paperwork processing resulting in efficiency improvements.
Treated basic first aid needs such as cleaning and bandaging minor cuts.
Administrative Assistant
True North Imaging
01.2011 - 07.2015
Registered patients and scheduled multiple appointments, requesting patient's previous examinations from other locations
Located previous reports for technicians and preparing reports for the doctors
Answered multi-line phone and returned calls
Attended to referring physicians or patients concerns
Coordinated/petty cash, office supplies, preparation of office bag and stamping envelopes
Updated patient information and ensured information was kept confidentially at all times
Organized office area, examination room and waiting area along with basic office duties
Received positive feedback for ability to manage a busy medical setting
Customer Service Manager
Wal-Mart Canada Corp.
11.2010 - 05.2012
Built rapport with customers, as well as mitigating issues
Handled cash, balanced cash registers and promoted the Walmart Rewards MasterCard
Trained cashiers, assisted cashiers with over-rides, voids, returns, concerns, and complaints
Successfully met targets for the opening of new Wal-Mart Rewards MasterCard
Customer Service Representative
Bank of Montreal
12.2002 - 05.2009
Handled customer transactions; identified their needs and ensured needs were met at all times; engaged with several clients every day to meet their immediate and future needs, offered advice, handled objections and completed sales for both personal and small business clients
Contacted clients by phone to identify potential client needs, and schedule appointments to further discuss clients' opportunities
Advised clients based on a comprehensive financial planning approach including cash management, credit, investment and wealth protection
Demonstrated the benefits and assisted clients in using all channels such as bank machines, telephone banking, mobile and online banking
Resolved client problems quickly and/or refer to colleagues, as appropriate
Commended by customers for delivering exceptional customer service
Branch Manager
Money Mart
01.1998 - 08.2002
Oversaw store operations; lead recruitment, talent management, coaching, training, and compliance
Provided and ensured quality customer service; responded to customer inquiries and complaints; resolve all high-level complaints, ensuring good customer relationships at all times
Performed cross-selling additional products to all customers; train staff in selling techniques
Maintained, and reinforced all audit/compliance policy/procedure regarding cash handling, inventory (negotiables), security and service standards
Recruited, trained and developed sufficient staff to meet operating objectives; schedule staff and met operational objectives
Successfully met financial goals/targets for the store on a continual monthly basis
Education
O.S.S.D -
Father Michael Geotz Secondary School
Mississauga, ON
06.1993
Skills
Time Management
Administrative
Communication
Prioritization
MS Windows
Reception
Relationships
Problem Solving
Medical Terminology
Data Management
Customer Care
Filing
Confidentiality
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
Electronic records program
Languages
English
Full Professional
Portuguese
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Technical Competency
MS Windows
Reception
Relationships
Problem Solving
Medical Terminology
Data Management
Customer Care
Filing
Confidentiality
MS Word
MS Excel
MS PowerPoint
Electronic records program including appointment bookings, communications, filling out forms, and record keeping
Registered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) at Upper Canada Child Care- Fenside Children's CentreRegistered Early Childhood Educator (RECE) at Upper Canada Child Care- Fenside Children's Centre
Registered Early Childhood Educator at Upper Canada Child Care at Fenside Public SchoolRegistered Early Childhood Educator at Upper Canada Child Care at Fenside Public School