Summary
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Education
Skills
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Ana Mercedes Gonzalez

Ana Mercedes Gonzalez

Reading,PA

Summary

Bilingual and adaptable professional with extensive experience in customer service, sales, and client-focused roles. Proven ability to build strong customer relationships, resolve issues efficiently, and contribute positively to team environments. Known for being respectful, easygoing, and dependable under pressure.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Paraprofessional

GHR Education
08.2023 - Current
  • Facilitated academic and behavioral support for students in classroom environments.
  • Collaborate with staff and communicate with Spanish-speaking families as needed.
  • Handled challenging behaviors with a calm and solution-oriented approach.

Massage Therapist

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
12.2024 - 01.2025
  • Provided tailored massage therapy services to enhance client well-being.
  • Built strong client relationships through empathy and effective communication.
  • Enhanced customer experience through effective appointment management and service information.

Sales Representative

Verizon
01.2022 - 01.2023
  • Delivered tailored customer service, guiding clients in product choices.
  • Achieved sales objectives through comprehensive understanding of products and persuasive communication.
  • Addressed billing, technical problems, and plan modifications with professionalism.

Sales Assistant Manager

Rent A Center
01.2022 - 06.2022
  • Handled customer inquiries, complaints, and returns professionally, ensuring a positive experience for all clients.
  • Processed transactions accurately while maintaining a high level of customer service.
  • Increased sales by building strong customer relationships and providing excellent service.
  • Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.

Sales Representative

T-Mobile
01.2019 - 01.2022
  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced retail environment.
  • Assisted Spanish-speaking customers, creating inclusive and positive experiences.
  • Trained new employees and collaborated with team members to improve service delivery.

Youth Development Specialist

Abraxas Academy
08.2021 - 11.2021
  • Maintained documentation and records of training activities and group events.
  • Led group discussions promoting critical thinking skills, empowering youth to make informed decisions about their futures.
  • Applied crisis intervention methods to de-escalate potentially dangerous scenarios.

Sales Associate

VF Outlet
09.2019 - 12.2019
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Crew Member

Chipotle
04.2018 - 09.2019


  • Took orders, prepared meals, and collected payments.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, handling multiple orders simultaneously without compromising quality or efficiency.
  • Worked well with teammates and accepted coaching from management team.

Education

High School Diploma -

Reading High School
Reading, PA
01.2018

Skills

  • Bilingual: English & Spanish
  • Customer Service & Sales
  • Communication & Interpersonal Skills
  • Problem Solving & Conflict Resolution
  • Team Collaboration & Adaptability
  • Patience & Professionalism
  • Multitasking & Time Management
  • Small group and individual assistance
  • Behavior management

Timeline

Massage Therapist

Hand & Stone Massage and Facial Spa
12.2024 - 01.2025

Paraprofessional

GHR Education
08.2023 - Current

Sales Representative

Verizon
01.2022 - 01.2023

Sales Assistant Manager

Rent A Center
01.2022 - 06.2022

Youth Development Specialist

Abraxas Academy
08.2021 - 11.2021

Sales Associate

VF Outlet
09.2019 - 12.2019

Sales Representative

T-Mobile
01.2019 - 01.2022

Crew Member

Chipotle
04.2018 - 09.2019

High School Diploma -

Reading High School