Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Home-Based Educator
Self
London, ON
07.2019 - Current
Provided individualized instruction to meet the needs of each student.
Planned field trips related to curriculum topics that provided hands-on learning experiences.
Integrated technology into lessons when appropriate to engage learners.
Adapted teaching methods to accommodate different learning styles.
Encouraged children to be creative thinkers through problem-solving activities.
Founder/Owner/Professional Game Master
Random Table Games
London, ON
01.2019 - 04.2025
Scheduled and ran cooperative role-play adventures in-person and on-line.
Set up Virtual Table Top experiences for groups of players 18+.
Devised and ran games with well-planned stories and targeted themes (ages 10+).
Encouraged development of problem solving and communication skills
Managed a variety of personalities to achieve cooperative goals
Driver
Just Like Family
London, ON
05.2024 - 06.2024
Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
Picked up clients from their home to transport and drop off at their destinations.
Adhered to traffic laws and regulations to prevent accidents.
Customer Experience Representative
Indigo
London, ON
10.2016 - 07.2019
Greeted customers and answered any questions they had about the store's products and services.
Engaged in conversation with customers to understand needs, resolve issues and answer product questions.
Assisted customers over the phone regarding store operations, product information and order placement.
Organized promotional displays and arranged merchandise on counters or tables to promote sales.
Provided excellent customer service while promoting loyalty programs to increase sales potential.
Processed transactions.
Retail Accounts Manager
Regent College Bookstore
Vancouver, BC
09.1997 - 06.2008
Responded promptly to customer inquiries or complaints regarding products or services.
Created detailed reports summarizing accounts receivable activity within specified time periods.
Prepared monthly and annual accounts records for tax reconciliations
Managed collections activity including contacting customers regarding past due balances and resolving billing disputes.
Maintained accurate records of accounts receivable and payable transactions.
Prepared monthly statements for customers and sent out reminder notices when necessary.
Reconciled returns and exchanges quickly while following established procedures.
Performed daily opening and closing duties including cash handling and reconciliation.
Monitored inventory levels and reordered merchandise as needed.
Developed relationships with customers by providing knowledgeable advice about products.
Trained, coached, and mentored new team members on customer service and operational standards.
Cultivated loyal customer base by providing excellent customer service.
Processed sales transactions via cash register and telephone orders.
Delegated work to staff, setting priorities and goals.
Processed outbound shipments, including packing and labeling products for delivery.
Prepared invoices for customers, ensuring accuracy prior to shipment.
Received incoming shipments, verifying quantity and quality of items against purchase orders.
Education
Master of Arts - Religion (Theology And Ethics)
Baylor University
Waco, TX
05-2016
Master of Arts - Biblical And Theological Studies
Regent College
Vancouver, BC
05-2001
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
King’s University College At Western University
London, ON
05-1995
Skills
Public speaking
Writing
Attention to detail, time management
Following instructions and recipes
Strong analytical skills and problem solving skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Self-motivated and self-reliant
Reliable transportation with a clean driver abstract
Flexible schedule
Affiliations
Elected Board Member, Hillside Church London (2019-2023) Served on the board of elders at Hillside Church during a period in which the board led the community through the crises of a global pandemic and hiring a new full-time pastor. In addition, during my tenure, I helped implement key changes to our community policies.