IVONNE SALAZAR
Victorville,CA
Summary
Friendly and personable group leader gifted in helping participants of all skill levels enjoy and engage in activities. Effective keeping everyone safe and events fun for all involved. Approaches each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm and humor. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Approached each day and unique challenges with enthusiasm, patience, and humor.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Leader
Town of Apple Valley
Apple Valley, CA
01.2024 - Current
- Developed positive and productive relationships with kids, parents and staff.
- Facilitated team-building exercises among participants to promote cooperation, communication skills development.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants, parents, and colleagues to foster supportive recreational environment.
- Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment with established sign-out procedures.
- Addressed participant concerns with empathy and professionalism, resolving issues in a timely manner to maintain satisfaction levels.
- Supervised groups of up to 25 children under age 13 from arrival through departure at end of day.
- Transitioned participants between activities, rest periods and field trips.
- Provided first aid assistance during emergencies as needed, responding calmly and effectively under pressure situations.
- Engaged participants in recreational activities and team-building exercises.
- Assisted in the planning, preparation, and evaluation of departmental goals, objectives, and strategies to continuously improve recreational offerings for the community.
Stock Associate
Ross Dress for Less
Apple Valley
09.2013 - Current
- Organized storage of articles in bins, floor, shelves and assigned areas according to product categories
- Readied merchandise for sales floor by marking items with identifying codes and accurate pricing
- Stocked pallets throughout shift to keep warehouse clean, maintained and organized
- Factored in special circumstances and routine needs when placing new supply orders
- Carried out duties within fast-paced retail environment, providing organized stocking methods and plans
- Replenished inventory with focus on addressing customer needs
- Assisted customers based on currently available product, promotional and policy information
- Tracked inventory usage, documented discrepancies and maintained overall count
- Communicated effectively with members of public in often crowded and noisy environments
- Removed outdated and overripe items from stock to eliminate health risks
- Completed daily cycle counts and monthly audits of specified segments to keep inventory current and accurate
- Reviewed current planograms and end cap placements to properly merchandise items.
Cashier
Toys"R"Us
Monrovia
10.2009 - 12.2012
- Assisted with purchases, locating items and signing up for rewards programs
- Operated cash register, collected payments and provided accurate change
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice
- Resolved customer complaints and escalated worsening concerns for remediation
- Monitored sales events, added new merchandise and rang up purchases
- Assisted customers with account updates, new service additions and promotional offers
- Worked closely with front-end staff to assist customers
- Completed daily recovery tasks to keep areas clean and neat for maximum efficiency
- Processed all sales transactions promptly to prevent long customer wait times
- Promoted specific item options to drive sales and achieve add-on purchases
- Resolved issues with cash registers, card scanners and printers
- Wiped down counters and conveyor belt to remove debris and maintain cleanliness.
- Lifted up to 50 pounds at once.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English Language And Literature
Victor Valley College
Victorville, CASkills
- Facility Management
- Activity Coordination
- Customer service skills
- Policy Implementation
- Age-Appropriate Activities
- Safety Monitoring
- Daily Reporting
- Friendly, Positive Attitude
- Disability Awareness
- Relationship Building
- Emotional Support
- Documentation and Recordkeeping
- Excellent Communication
- Team Collaboration
Work Preference
Work Type
Full TimePart TimeLocation Preference
On-SiteRemoteHybridImportant To Me
Flexible work hoursWork-life balanceCareer advancementCompany CultureTimeline
Recreation Leader
Town of Apple Valley
01.2024 - Current
Stock Associate
Ross Dress for Less
09.2013 - Current
Cashier
Toys"R"Us
10.2009 - 12.2012
Some College (No Degree) - English Language And Literature
Victor Valley College