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Renata Valeria Garcia

Sherman Oaks

Summary

Dynamic and dedicated Swim Instructor at Water Wings Swim School, skilled in creative thinking and clear communication. Successfully enhanced student confidence through tailored instruction and positive reinforcement. Proven ability to maintain safety and organization while fostering strong relationships with parents and children alike, ensuring a supportive and engaging learning environment.

Dependable retail sales professional with experience in dynamic, high-performance environments. Skilled in processing transactions, handling cash, using registers and arranging merchandise. Maintains high-level customer satisfaction by smoothly resolving customer requests, needs, and problems.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
08.2025 - Current
  • Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
  • Engaged with customers to effectively build rapport and lasting relationships.
  • Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
  • Provided positive first impressions to welcome existing, new, and potential customers.
  • Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
  • Solved customer challenges by offering relevant products and services.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
  • Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
  • Prioritized helping customers over completing other routine tasks in store.
  • Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
  • Managed efficient cash register operations.

Swim Instructor

Water Wings Swim School
03.2025 - 08.2025
  • Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
  • Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
  • Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
  • Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
  • Prepared equipment before each class class and stored items promptly after classes.

Babysitter

Private Home
07.2023 - 08.2024
  • Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
  • Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
  • Communicated positively with children and guardians.
  • Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
  • Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
  • Monitored children's activities to verify safety and wellbeing.
  • Assisted in potty training and toilet hygiene.
  • Used positive reinforcement techniques to promote patience and other good behaviors in children.
  • Instructed children in crafts and other activities to promote gross and fine motor skills.

Education

Associate of Science - Psychology

Santa Monica College
Santa Monica, CA
12-2025

High School Diploma -

Los Angeles County High School For The Arts
Los Angeles, CA
05-2023

Skills

  • Equipment organization
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Creative thinking
  • Customer service
  • Routine management
  • Reliability
  • Clear communication
  • Conflict resolution
  • Follows directions
  • Relationship building
  • Upholding discipline rules
  • Teamwork
  • Friendly and outgoing
  • Calm demeanor
  • Cash handling
  • Brand representation
  • Order processing
  • Flexible schedule
  • Inventory audits
  • Cash register operation
  • Money handling
  • Fitting room maintenance
  • Positive and professional
  • Time management

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Interests

  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Swimming
  • Dancing
  • Fashion

Timeline

Sales Associate

Urban Outfitters, Inc.
08.2025 - Current

Swim Instructor

Water Wings Swim School
03.2025 - 08.2025

Babysitter

Private Home
07.2023 - 08.2024

Associate of Science - Psychology

Santa Monica College

High School Diploma -

Los Angeles County High School For The Arts

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