Abigail Voss
River Falls,WI
Summary
Highly efficient Dog Handler well established in fast-paced and challenging environments. Eager to learn with aptitude for applying new knowledge with skill and efficiency. Knowledgeable employee experienced in fulfilling animal health requirements. Skilled handler with absolute comfort controlling and calming animals.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Teacher
Swimtastic Swim School
08.2020 - 11.2020
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Maintained control and safety of class and kept children in flotation always within arm's reach.
- Adapted teaching techniques to different learning styles.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
- Collaborated with swim team coaches to develop successful training plans.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
Hardware Clerk
United Quaility Cooperate Cenex
03.2021 - 09.2021
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Increased sales by offering advice on purchases and promoting additional products.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
- Managed efficient cash register operations.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
- Developed strong rapport with customers and created positive impression of business.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store sales, payment policies and security standards.
- Used in-store system to locate inventory and place special orders for customers.
- Monitored customers for signs of security concerns and escalated issues to management.
- Unloaded truck and organized pallets for next shift
- Cleaned up area before close and counted the till
Clerk
Meijer
06.2021 - 06.2023
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Provided quality clerical support through data entry, document management, email correspondence, and overseeing operation of office equipment.
- Monitored office supplies and made arrangements for restocking of low-stock items.
- Checked for outdated and overripe grocery items and removed from inventory.
- Pleasantly greeted customers and provided prompt and courteous service.
- Maintained safe, neat, and clean working environment and closely monitored for wet floors or other hazards.
- Assisted customers with price checking fruits and vegetables and finding requested items in department.
- Kept tidy and organized area to comply with cleanliness standards.
- Trained new employees to provide knowledge of proper produce handling and rotation procedures.
- Inspected floor displays, noted missing items, and immediately replenished merchandise.
- Received and unloaded new items upon delivery and checked products for damage and order accuracy.
- Used dollies and pallet jacks to unload and organize merchandise from delivery trucks.
- Sorted and packaged produce items to prepare for shipments.
- Coordinated with vendors to verify product availability and acquire best quality.
- Worked fast to meet assigned daily picking quotas.
- Used RF scanners to track orders and verify accuracy.
- Pulled orders quickly to maintain demanding productivity goals.
- Took on extra hours and shifts during busy periods to meet tight shipping deadlines.
- Followed safety protocols and procedures to minimize workplace accidents.
- Scanned and verified UPC codes for all products to aid in identification.
- Sorted and organized items in designated areas for easy access.
- Picked and packed order items.
Education
No Degree - Animal Science
UW River Falls
River Falls, WI05.2027
High School Diploma -
Waukesha South High School
Waukesha06.2023
Skills
- Written Communication
- Project Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Fluent in American Sign Language
- Organization and Time Management
- Research
- Organizational Skills
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Medication Administration
- Exercising and Playing
- Decision Making
- Cleaning Protocols
- Basic Maintenance
- Teamwork Abilities
- Work Prioritization
- Critical Thinking
- Honest and Dependable
- First Aid and Immunizations
American Sign Language
My first language is actually American Sign Language (ASL). I am extremely fluent and comfortable speaking with this language.
Languages
English
Full Professional
Timeline
Clerk
Meijer
06.2021 - 06.2023
Hardware Clerk
United Quaility Cooperate Cenex
03.2021 - 09.2021
Swim Teacher
Swimtastic Swim School
08.2020 - 11.2020
No Degree - Animal Science
UW River Falls
High School Diploma -
Waukesha South High School