Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline

Ava Decker

Street of Dreams
Wilsonville,OR
Ava Decker
1
Certification
11
years of professional experience
  • Achieved operational excellence by empowering teams in leadership and staff development.
  • Delivered high-quality dental patient care and maintained rigorous sterilization standards to support clinical functions.
  • Established strong customer relationships that enhanced patient and guest satisfaction.
  • Enhanced team performance through effective training, workflow improvements, and priority management in fast-paced environments.
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in healthcare, hospitality, and service-oriented careers.

Work History

Assistant General Manager (AGM)

1 Year 2 Months
Goldfish Swim School - Sherwood | 06.2025 - Current
  • Assisted in recruiting, training, and mentoring new employees to create a strong team.
  • Supported daily operations by managing staff, coordinating schedules, and maintaining workflow.
  • Collaborated with the general manager on strategic plans to enhance business performance and meet organizational objectives.
  • Monitored compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements across departments.
  • Collected and analyzed customer feedback to identify areas for improvement and facilitated action plans.
  • Helped coordinate marketing efforts with the marketing department to effectively promote products or services.
  • Provided swim instruction to individuals of all ages and skill levels, fostering a safe and enjoyable learning atmosphere.
  • Greeted and checked in guests, creating a positive first impression and delivering exceptional customer service.
  • Managed incoming calls, directing them to the appropriate department or staff for quick resolution.
  • Resolved guest inquiries and issues in a timely manner to ensure satisfaction.
  • Scheduled appointments and maintained calendars for multiple staff members to optimize time management.

Sterilization Technician

6 Months
Bittner Pediatric Dentistry | 12.2022 - 06.2023

Dental Hygiene Assistant (temp)

6 Months
New Smiles Dental | 09.2020 - 03.2021
  • Dentistry

Sales Associate

2 Years 6 Months
Jostens | 02.2024 - Current

Provided sales and customer service support at college campuses nationwide, building relationships with students and university partners while driving revenue through personalized product consultations. Managed event operations, inventory, CRM tracking, and sales goals while traveling independently and representing the Jostens brand with professionalism.

Cast Member

4 Months
Walt Disney World Disney's Animal Kingdom | 09.2023 - 01.2024
  • Theme Park
  • 40 Hrs/Week

Dining Room Server

1 Year
The Ackerly | 09.2019 - 09.2020
  • Retirement Home
  • 23 Hrs/Week

Crew Member

7 Years 2 Months
Street of Dreams | 06.2019 - Current
  • Home Show
  • 30 Hrs/Week

Nanny/Babysitter

11 Years
08.2015 - Current
  • Grade 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12
  • 5-10 Hrs/Week

Education

Associates of Arts Degree

Portland Community College | 06.2023

High school diploma or GED

Sherwood High School | Sherwood, OR | 06.2020

Skills

Professional Skills
Leadership & Team Management
Staff Training & Development
Employee Scheduling & Workforce Planning
Performance Management
Customer Service & Patient Care
Patient Registration & Front Desk Operations
Dental Office Experience (Dentrix
Eaglesoft)
Medical Office Administration
Sales & Revenue Growth
Customer Relationship Management (CRM)
Retail & Hospitality Management
Inventory Control & FIFO Practices
Budgeting & Expense Management
Sales Forecasting & Performance Tracking
Marketing & Loyalty Programs
POS Systems & Cash Handling
Microsoft Office & Google Workspace
Data Entry & Documentation
OSHA Safety Standards & Compliance
Operational Management
Time Management & Organization
Communication & Relationship Building

Certification

  • Ellis & Associates Lifeguard Certification November 2025 to November 2026
  • Certified Pool Operator
  • Driver's License
  • Food Handler Certification
  • OLCC Service Permit
  • First Aid Certification
  • CPR Certification
  • AED Certification

Languages

English

Timeline

Assistant General Manager (AGM)

Goldfish Swim School - Sherwood
06.2025 - CurrentRead More

Sales Associate

Jostens
02.2024 - CurrentRead More

Cast Member

Walt Disney World Disney's Animal Kingdom
09.2023 - 01.2024Read More

Sterilization Technician

Bittner Pediatric Dentistry
12.2022 - 06.2023Read More

Dental Hygiene Assistant (temp)

New Smiles Dental
09.2020 - 03.2021Read More

Dining Room Server

The Ackerly
09.2019 - 09.2020Read More

Crew Member

Street of Dreams
06.2019 - CurrentRead More

Nanny/Babysitter

08.2015 - CurrentRead More

Sherwood High School

High school diploma or GED
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Portland Community College

Associates of Arts Degree
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Ava Decker