Tajaune Saunders
Burlington,Canada
Summary
Motivated Team Lead possessing excellent leadership and planning abilities. Focused on delivering high-quality products on tight schedules. Monitors, trains, and encourages employees to improve skills and meet demanding targets. History of successfully developing and managing strong teams through proactive training and issue management.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Performance Team Lead/Advanced Rec Lead
Burlington Gymnastics club
Burlington, ON
09.2022 - Current
- Supervised recreational programming and coached performance team athletes across a variety of age groups.
- Led seasonal planning, coordinated schedules, and ensured adherence to Gymnastics Ontario standards.
- Served as supervisor for recreational programs during the 2022–2023 year.
- Successfully completed the Burlington Gymnastics Competitive Mentee Program (2022–2023), supporting Level 3 athletes.
- Assisted in spotting and coaching for the competitive program (2024–2025), developing technical skills and safety awareness.
Assistant Manager/Marketing Director
Lakeshore Orthodics & Wellness
Burlington, Ontario
09.2021 - Current
- Assisting the manager in overseeing the daily operations of the orthotics and wellness department.
- Managing inventory and ordering supplies necessary for orthotics and wellness products.
- Collaborating with healthcare professionals, such as orthopedic specialists, podiatrists, and physical therapists, to ensure accurate product recommendations.
- Providing guidance and assistance to customers in selecting the appropriate orthotics or wellness products based on their needs.
- Training and supervising staff members on product knowledge, customer service, and sales techniques.
Operations Manager
LA Fitness
Burlington, Ontario
07.2020 - 07.2022
- Leadership and Management Skills: Strong leadership abilities with experience in managing and motivating a team of staff members. Demonstrated skills in staff development, performance management, and conflict resolution are often sought after.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Developed and implemented operational procedures to ensure quality standards are met.
- Conducted regular reviews of existing policies and procedures for continuous improvement opportunities.
- Responsible for pay roll
- Organizational and Operational Skills: Excellent organizational skills to manage multiple tasks and projects effectively. Proficiency in operational processes such as facility maintenance, scheduling, inventory management, and budgeting.
- Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills to interact with staff, members, and other stakeholders. Effective interpersonal skills for building relationships and providing exceptional customer service.
Coordinator
Crossdock Systems
Burlington, Ontario
05.2020 - 05.2021
- Planning and Organization: Develop and implement plans, schedules, and timelines for projects, events, or tasks. Coordinate logistics, resources, and personnel to ensure smooth execution.
- Communication and Collaboration: Serve as a central point of contact and facilitate effective communication among team members, departments, or external stakeholders. Foster collaboration and maintain strong working relationships.
- Documentation and Reporting: Maintain accurate records, including project plans, meeting minutes, and progress reports. Provide timely updates to stakeholders, management, or relevant parties.
- Task and Workflow Management: Assign tasks, track progress, and ensure deadlines are met. Coordinate with team members to prioritize workloads and resolve any conflicts or issues that arise.
- Problem Solving: Identify obstacles or challenges and develop creative solutions. Anticipate and mitigate potential risks or bottlenecks to keep projects on track.
Education
Mortgage -
Remic
Burlington09.2023
Sociology - Minor in Criminology
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo06.2023
Skills
- Customer service
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Computer literacy
- Performance coaching
- Team leadership
- Operational management
- Staff development
- Conflict resolution
- Task management
- Problem solving
- Microsoft word
- Leadership
- Documentation review
Certification
- Certification In Behaviour Management
- Certification in High Five
- Certified in Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level
- WAG Comp Intro Trained
- Trained GF - Artisitc Coach
- Trained GF - Trampoline coach
Timeline
Performance Team Lead/Advanced Rec Lead
Burlington Gymnastics club
09.2022 - Current
Assistant Manager/Marketing Director
Lakeshore Orthodics & Wellness
09.2021 - Current
Operations Manager
LA Fitness
07.2020 - 07.2022
Coordinator
Crossdock Systems
05.2020 - 05.2021
Mortgage -
Remic
Sociology - Minor in Criminology
Wilfrid Laurier University