Alton Conwell
Huntsville,AL
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Personal Shopper
Shipt
Huntsville, AL
04.2020 - Current
- Complete pickup and shopping orders for customers within local area.
- Listen to customer needs to identify and recommend best alternative products for unavailable items.
- Satisfy customers with quick, accurate service under tight deadlines.
- Process payments for purchased items using Shipt payment system.
- Maintain positive relationships with grocery store personnel by being consistently professional and friendly.
Third Grade Violin Teacher
Huntsville Symphony
Huntsville, AL
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Collaborated with other teachers and staff members in order to promote an effective learning environment.
- Demonstrated correct posture and hand positions to students while playing the violin.
- Instructed students on proper techniques for playing the violin, including posture, bowing and finger placement.
- Incorporated physical exercises into lessons in order to improve dexterity, flexibility or coordination.
- Provided feedback on performances during private lessons and group rehearsals.
- Monitored noise levels during classes in order maintain a comfortable atmosphere for both teachers and students.
- Prompted student motivation, participation and listening skills through positive reinforcement and weekly recognition.
Host/Waiter
Mangos Caribbean Restaurant
Huntsville, AL
12.2016 - 03.2020
- Greeted guests and offered seating and other special accommodations to customers according to preferences and dining area volume.
- Distributed menus to guests, led to tables and gave initial information about service staff or specials.
- Maintained knowledge of menu items, ingredients and preparation methods to assist guests with menu selection.
- Communicated with kitchen staff to stay updated on item availability and customer wait times.
- Delivered food from kitchen, fulfilling additional requests to maximize guest satisfaction.
- Handled food safely and kept spaces clean to protect customers from foodborne illness and maintain proper sanitation.
- Provided friendly farewells to departing guests, encouraging return visits.
- Answered telephone to provide dining information and take reservations.
- Cleaned and restocked counter areas, replenished cash drawer and checked server supplies to facilitate operations.
Student Worker-Bookseller
Oakwood University Bookstore
Huntsville, AL
07.2015 - 12.2019
- Greeted each customer and offered assistance in finding requested items, helping boost customer satisfaction and retention.
- Identified needs of customers promptly and efficiently.
- Matched customers to books or other products to meet needs.
- Prepared special orders for customers when needed.
- Accepted cash and credit card payments, issued receipts and provided change.
- Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized and current.
- Shelved, cleaned and organized products or spaces to maintain appealing sales floor.
- Maintained positive working relationship with fellow staff and management.
- Followed company policies, rules and procedures to promote company goals and maintain safety.
Student Office Worker
Oakwood University Communication Department
Huntsville, AL
06.2016 - 07.2016
- Greeted visitors and directed them to the appropriate staff member or department head.
- Answered incoming calls in a professional manner and directed callers to the appropriate personnel.
- Provided administrative support to staff members, including copying and scanning documents, filing paperwork, and ordering supplies.
- Maintained an organized filing system of paper documents and electronic files.
- Maintained inventory of office supplies.
- Conducted research on student retention in the department and compiled and typed report to submit to the department chair.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace in the office area.
Beginner Violin Teacher
Harmony Home Music School
Huntsville, AL
09.2013 - 04.2014
- Provided individual instruction to students in a one-on-one setting.
- Reviewed sheet music with students to ensure accuracy in reading notes correctly.
- Provided feedback to help motivate students to reach their goals in music performance.
- Encouraged students to practice regularly in order to reach their goals faster.
- Assessed student progress through regular practice sessions and evaluations.
- Advised parents about their child's progress and answered any questions they had regarding their child’s development.
Beginning Music Conductor
Madison City Youth Orchestra
Madison, AL
07.2013 - 09.2013
- Set up chair sections for instrumentalists to sit.
- Identified section placements for student instrumentalists.
- Guided students in performing as a cohesive unit.
- Taught students how to perform dynamics and create inflections in music pieces.
- Partnered with other conductors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Oakwood University
Huntsville, AL12-2019
Skills
- Customer service
- Organization
- Inventory
- Cash register use
- Microsoft Word & Power Point
- Heavy Lifting
- Relationship Building
- Attention to Detail
- Decision-Making
- Verifying Order Accuracy
- Student Engagement
- Classroom Instruction
- Group Instruction
- Curriculum Implementation
Accomplishments
- 2024 Huntsville City Lifestyle Magazine Profile Article
- 2018 World Choir Games World Champions/Gold Medalists - Aeolians of Oakwood University
- 2017 Choir of the World - Aeolians of Oakwood University
- 2015 Salutatorian - Oakwood Adventist Academy
Affiliations
- Current Staff singer for Huntsville First United Methodist Church
- Current First Violinist for Huntsville First Seventh-Day Adventist Church Orchestra
- Current First Violinist for Huntsville First Seventh-Day Adventist Church Agape Praise Strings
- Former Member of Aeolians of Oakwood University (Fall 2015 - Summer 2018)
- Dean's List (Fall 2016 & Fall 2017)
- Honor Roll (Spring 2017)
- Former Member of Oakwood University Orchestra (Fall 2015 - Spring 2016)
Hobbies and Interests
- Vocal & Instrumental Performance
- Acting
- Sports
- Art
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Third Grade Violin Teacher
Huntsville Symphony
04.2024 - 05.2024
Personal Shopper
Shipt
04.2020 - Current
Host/Waiter
Mangos Caribbean Restaurant
12.2016 - 03.2020
Student Office Worker
Oakwood University Communication Department
06.2016 - 07.2016
Student Worker-Bookseller
Oakwood University Bookstore
07.2015 - 12.2019
Beginner Violin Teacher
Harmony Home Music School
09.2013 - 04.2014
Beginning Music Conductor
Madison City Youth Orchestra
07.2013 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Mathematics
Oakwood University