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Jeannine Peters

Sexsmith,AB

Summary

Creative business professional bringing 25+ years of retail experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.


Motivated Teaching Assistant with background in Special education. Well-versed in child development theories and various teaching philosophies. Accomplished in creating nurturing environments when implementing educational programs.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employed
06.2017 - 05.2021
  • Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
  • Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
  • Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
  • Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
  • Built customer loyalty and retention by delivering excellent shopping experiences.

Manager

Step This Way
11.2012 - 05.2017
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations and maximize business success
  • Maintained professional, organized, and safe environment for employees and patrons.
  • ordered; stocked and merchandized store; including seasonal window displays.


Manager's Assistant

Ladysmith Health Food Store
06.2007 - 10.2012
  • Ran errands to support daily needs of management.
  • Responded to and directed incoming calls and other communication.
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • ordered and merchandized store stock; at owner/manager request.

Special Education Assistant

School District 68
09.2001 - 05.2007
  • Built trust and rapport with students through positive reinforcement and strong communication skills.
  • Gave one-on-one attention to students, while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions, and outcomes to enable lead teacher to address pertinent issues.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Aided elementary school special education teachers in reinforcing efforts for children with various learning and behavioral needs.

Retail Sales Associate

Nothing Beets Health Food Store
01.1994 - 06.1994

Education

High School Diploma -

Qualicum Beach Christian Academy
Qualicum Beach, BC

A.C.E. School Supervisor Training
Penticton, BC

Special Education Assistant

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC

Parenting Course By Dr. Gordon Neufeld

Uplands Park Elementary School
Nanaimo, BC

Skills

  • Operations Management
  • Small Business Operations
  • Customer Service
  • Business Administration
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Task Delegation
  • Customer Relations
  • Purchasing and Planning
  • Autism and Spectrum Disorders
  • Lesson Plan Implementation
  • Instructional Support
  • Teaching and Instruction

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Business Owner/Operator

Self-employed
06.2017 - 05.2021

Manager

Step This Way
11.2012 - 05.2017

Manager's Assistant

Ladysmith Health Food Store
06.2007 - 10.2012

Special Education Assistant

School District 68
09.2001 - 05.2007

Retail Sales Associate

Nothing Beets Health Food Store
01.1994 - 06.1994

High School Diploma -

Qualicum Beach Christian Academy

A.C.E. School Supervisor Training

Special Education Assistant

Vancouver Island University

Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certificate

Vancouver Island University

Parenting Course By Dr. Gordon Neufeld

Uplands Park Elementary School

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