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Kaitlin Acres

London,Canada

Summary

Trend-knowledgeable Fashion Associate with nearly 7 years experience in fashion retail work. With a great understanding of market trends and the use of color. Highly effective at marrying current styles with customer preferences. I am a proficient Program Supervisor ready to leverage strengths to support business needs. Expert planner, leader and problem-solver offering 7 almost 8 years of experience in Child Care and readiness to take on new professional challenges.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Supervisor & Resource Assistant

London Children's Connection
London , ON
2016.09 - Current
  • Organized daily activities including arts and crafts, music, sports, educational games and outdoor playtime.
  • Worked in the Resource Office organizing toys, suggesting activities/games to fellow supervisors, scanning in/out activities/games being loaned out
  • Provided safe and secure environment for children to learn, play and develop social skills.
  • Encouraged positive social interaction between peers through team building activities.
  • Created a nurturing atmosphere that fosters creativity while promoting self-confidence.
  • Maintained accurate records of attendance, student progress, behavioral issues and other related information.

Style Associate

Reitmans
London , ON
2012.02 - 2016.12
  • Managed entire shopping experience for customers, putting together outfits and providing personalized style tips.
  • Created attractive window displays featuring seasonal collections and special offers.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Organized merchandise displays to attractively showcase products.
  • Recommended additional items for purchase based on customer preferences.
  • Attended team meetings, related to fashion trends.

Sales Associate

Justice
London , ON
2015.11 - 2016.10
  • Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
  • Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
  • Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.

Volunteer

SARI-Therapeutic Horseback Riding
London , ON
2020.10 - 2021.02
  • Provided emotional support to individuals with physical or mental disabilities.
  • Helped with proper horse care, grooming, tacking up, and saddling techniques.
  • Provided guidance to new volunteers regarding basic horsemanship skills such as grooming and tacking up.

Volunteer

Pine Valley Animal Clinic
London , ON
2011.04 - 2011.07
  • Stocked supplies necessary for veterinary treatments.
  • Performed administrative tasks related to filing paperwork and scheduling appointments.
  • Cleaned and sterilized surgical instruments before and after procedures.
  • Answered phones and directed customer inquiries to the appropriate staff member.

Education

Diploma - Child And Youth Care

Fanshawe College
London
2016-01

High School Diploma -

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School
London, ON
2011-06

Diploma - Office Administration-Health Services

Fanshawe College
London, ON

Skills

  • Styling Experience
  • Creating Showroom Displays
  • Strategic Planning Expertise
  • Creative Skills using programs like Canva
  • Microsoft Office Skills with Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook
  • Meeting Sales Goals
  • Upselling Strategies
  • Excellent organization skills
  • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills
  • Friendly and Helpful
  • Attention to Detail
  • Staff Training Experience
  • Document Management Skills

Affiliations

  • Deans List with Fanshawe College
  • Proficient in running Social Media Accounts
  • Hobbies such as painting and craft making
  • Love of all things fashion related

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Volunteer

SARI-Therapeutic Horseback Riding
2020.10 - 2021.02

Program Supervisor & Resource Assistant

London Children's Connection
2016.09 - Current

Sales Associate

Justice
2015.11 - 2016.10

Style Associate

Reitmans
2012.02 - 2016.12

Volunteer

Pine Valley Animal Clinic
2011.04 - 2011.07

Diploma - Child And Youth Care

Fanshawe College

High School Diploma -

St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Secondary School

Diploma - Office Administration-Health Services

Fanshawe College
Kaitlin Acres