Leona Cameron
Classroom Teacher, Retail Salesperson, Interior Decorator
. Perth,ON
Summary
Four years retail sales experience with J. Michaels company in Edmonton Alberta in Ladies high-end fashions. Award-winning retail sales and customer service expert. Consistently met sales goals. Two years as sales associate and head interior designer at Ormes Furniture in Ottawa. Consistently met commission-based sales goals. Five years retail sales experience with Three Wild Women in Ottawa, Ladies fashion, accessories, and giftware..Team-oriented Retail Sales Associate who worked well in a collaborative environment, yet thrived on personal sales achievements. I enjoy helping customers find products to meet their needs. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
I believe, that with with my background , experience, and skill set, I am the right person for this position at your company. I am looking forward to working with you .
Leona Cameron
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Upper Canada Board of Education
Various , Ontario
2004.08 - 2020.06
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement
- Kept classroom clean, organized and safe for students and visitors
Classroom Teacher
Ottawa-Carleton Board of Education
Kars , ON
1991.09 - 2003.06
- Instructed groups of up to 35 students and provided individual support.
- Developed and distributed study guides to reinforce lecture details and help students with test preparation.
Sales Associate
Hollys Ladies Wear
Ottawa , ON
1988.08 - 1994.07
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty.
- Recommended accessories and complementary purchases to boost revenue.
- Processed product returns and assisted customers with other selections.
- Grew sales and boosted profits, applying proactive management strategies and enhancing sales training.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Engaged with customers to build rapport and loyalty
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories and merchandise care
Interior Decorator and Salesperson
Ormes Furniture
Ottawa , ON
1988.09 - 1991.07
- Documented costs, tracked purchases and administered client budgets.
- Decorated corporate spaces according to established brand and company goals.
- Organized and maintained schedules for home consultations, customized room designs and staff meetings.
- Arranged furniture to facilitate traffic flow and design objectives.
- Advised clients on styles, layouts, budgets and overall designs.
- Selected and organized color schemes for clients.
- Presented available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals.
- Advised clients on comfort and durability of various fixtures, materials and surface coverings.
- Presented available color palettes and helped select colors that reflected client personality and goals
- Advised clients on styles, layouts, budgets and overall designs
- Selected and organized color schemes for clients
Designs by Dodds
Self Employed
Spruce Grove , AB
1985.01 - 1988.07
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts
- Worked with customers to understand needs and provide excellent service
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Home Economics
University Of Ottawa
Ottawa ON 1971.09 - 1976.06
Ontario Teachers Certificate - Education
Ottawa Teachers College
Ottawa, ON 1969.09 - 1970.06
Skills
In-depth fashion knowledgeundefined
Accomplishments
- Won "most improved percentage in sales nationally" with J Michaels
- Experience
- Sales Associate
- Three Wild Women - Ottawa, ON
Timeline
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Upper Canada Board of Education
2004.08 - 2020.06
Classroom Teacher
Ottawa-Carleton Board of Education
1991.09 - 2003.06
Interior Decorator and Salesperson
Ormes Furniture
1988.09 - 1991.07
Sales Associate
Hollys Ladies Wear
1988.08 - 1994.07
Designs by Dodds
Self Employed
1985.01 - 1988.07
Bachelor of Arts - Home Economics
University Of Ottawa
1971.09 - 1976.06
Ontario Teachers Certificate - Education
Ottawa Teachers College
1969.09 - 1970.06
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