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Aretha Varner

Tucson,AZ
Loose lips sink ships
Simone Davis

Summary

Responsible and motivated student ready to apply education in the workplace. Offers excellent technical abilities with software and applications, ability to handle challenging work, and excellent time management skills.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Horseback Riding Instructor

Baker Ranch
Yuma, AZ
01.2010 - 08.2025
  • Assisted in the training of horses, including ground work and riding instruction.
  • Provided lessons to riders of all ages and skill levels.
  • Trained horses to respond to verbal commands and body language.
  • Managed the daily care of multiple horses in the barn including feeding, watering, turn out, in, cleaning stalls, paddocks and administering medications as needed.
  • Responded quickly to any emergencies or injuries that occurred in the barn or during lessons and rides.
  • Scheduled appointments with veterinarians for routine check ups or emergency visits when necessary.

We Care Tucson

Mimi's Cafe
Tucson, AZ
03.2021 - 01.2022
  • Installed and configured hardware, software, systems, networks, printers, and scanners.
  • Troubleshoot system issues related to network connectivity, software installation and configuration, printing.
  • Assisted with the deployment of new applications and updates to existing applications.
  • Resolved hardware issues including replacing parts as necessary.

Store Manager of Operations

Texaco Renfro Grocery
Fresno, TX
05.2000 - 09.2002
  • Developed and maintained store policies, procedures and operations manual.
  • Analyzed sales figures to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
  • Evaluated employee performance on a regular basis to ensure quality standards were met.
  • Managed inventory levels and ensured accurate ordering of merchandise.
  • Ensured compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.
  • Recruited, trained, coached and mentored staff members in customer service skills.
  • Conducted monthly meetings with staff to discuss operational issues or changes.
  • Resolved customer complaints promptly and professionally.
  • Monitored stock levels regularly to avoid out-of-stock situations.
  • Managed inventory tracking and physical inventory counts to minimize loss.

Education

GED -

Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ
2023

Certificate - IT Technician

Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ
07.2023

Certificate - Logistics And Materials Management

Pima Community College, Tucson, AZ
06.2022

Skills

  • Interactive Teaching and Learning
  • Lesson Planning
  • Group and Individual Instruction
  • Learning Skills Development
  • Technical Instruction
  • Hardware Installation
  • Application Installations
  • Software Updating
  • Software Installation
  • Software Applications
  • Hardware and Software Installation
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Installation and Repair
  • Customer Service

Additional Information

Letter of Recommendation

To Whom it May Concern,


It is my pleasure to write this letter of recommendation for Aretha Varner.


Aretha has been a member of a workforce program we offered at YWCA. I was lucky enough to get to know her over the course of the past year as she worked her way through the program.


She has demonstrated a level of resilience and perseverance that is nothing short of inspirational. This aspect of her character alone would make her an invaluable member to any team. However, in true "Aretha" fashion, there is so much more!


Aretha has been a fantastic and dedicated student throughout her time with us. She's always gone above in her schoolwork and when it comes to program events and cohort building activities. She has a positive attitude and strives to always do her best- with a smile on her face. Aretha works very hard and sets the bar high for herself and her peers. She has demonstrated strong leadership skills but is also able to work well within a team in any capacity. She is a naturally curious person and always asks thoughtful questions.


She is very reliable. If Aretha says she is going to do something, you can bet it will not only get done but get done on time and better than you had expected. Throughout her time in the program, she participated in many volunteer and cohort building activities. She was and continues to be, a fantastic peer mentor. She gives thoughtful and kind advice and is always willing to help peers work through any issue.


I enthusiastically recommend Aretha to be part of your team. Please feel free to reach out with any questions. My cell number is (520) 304-3320.


Thank you,
Emily Wilson
YWCA Program Manager

Certification

  • IT, Pima Community College - 23

Work Availability

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Timeline

We Care Tucson - Mimi's Cafe
03.2021 - 01.2022
Horseback Riding Instructor - Baker Ranch
01.2010 - 08.2025
Store Manager of Operations - Texaco Renfro Grocery
05.2000 - 09.2002
Pima Community College - GED,
Pima Community College - Certificate, IT Technician
Pima Community College - Certificate, Logistics And Materials Management
  • IT, Pima Community College - 23
Aretha Varner