Brooke Kurker
Orono,ME
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Gymnastics Coach
Penobscot Valley School of Gymnastics
Bangor, ME
05.2024 - Current
- Communicated regularly with parents about their child's progress.
- Implemented drills designed to improve strength, flexibility, balance and coordination among athletes.
- Adapted coaching methods based on individual needs of each athlete.
- Planned workouts tailored specifically towards improving overall strength, agility and endurance.
- Educated students on sportsmanship principles such as respect and fair play.
- Collaborated with other coaches to develop effective strategies for upcoming competitions.
- Provided feedback on form, technique, strategy and performance during practice sessions and competitions.
- Instructed athletes on proper techniques, safety measures and rules of the sport.
- Modified instruction depending upon age group and skill level of participants.
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
Bangor, ME
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Conducted inventories on a regular basis to track stock levels.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits for customers' needs.
- Processed returns, exchanges, and refunds in accordance with company policies.
- Greeted customers and provided exceptional customer service.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Organized stockroom shelves according to size, color or style.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Built and maintained relationships with peers and upper management to drive team success.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
Kayak Tour Guide
Florida Adventures and Rentals
Marco Island, FL
12.2023 - 01.2024
- Greeted visitors upon arrival, answered questions regarding tours, travel plans or local area attractions.
- Ensured visitors had an enjoyable experience by providing interesting facts and stories related to tour sites.
- Maintained a positive attitude and enthusiasm when interacting with guests.
- Followed safety protocols at all times while guiding guests through the tour areas.
- Greeted and registered visitors, issuing required identification badges or safety devices.
- Gathered and maintained requisite equipment for each tour.
Sales Clerk
3 Daughters Jewelry
Plymouth, MA
06.2021 - 07.2023
- Responsibilities include: Opening and closing the store; entering items into the system; cleaning jewelry and jewelry cases; cleaning the store; steaming clothes; assisting customers with questions; reporting issues to the manager; resolving customer issues; cash in the drawer.
Barista
Marylous
Pembroke, MA
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Responsibilities included: Closing the store; brewing coffee; cleaning machines; cleaning the store; cashier; stocking food/coffee beans; making drinks for customers; cash in and cash out drawer.
Clerk
Lapels Dry Cleaning
Kingston, MA
03.2018 - 03.2020
- Responsibilities included: Taking in clothes; tagging items for cleaning; organizing and racking clean clothes; cashing in and cash out drawer; reporting any issues to the manager; opening and closing the store; resolving customer issues; staying after hours to get extra work done to help morning shift.
Education
Business Management
University of Maine
Orono, ME08.2024
Diploma -
Duxbury High School
Duxbury, MA06.2022
Skills
- Customer Service
- Fast Learner
- Ability to Multitask
- Friendly/Outgoing Attitude
- Word processing/Emails/Spreadsheet
- Presentation
- Internet issues
- Parent Interaction and Communication
- Motivation and Encouragement
- Scheduling and Organization
- Relationship Building
- Effective verbal communication
Languages
- English
- French
Awards
- High Honors all four years of High School
- Math, Art, and Chorus awards South Shore Art Center Program: Cohasset art program award from the state
- Gymnastics awards
Affiliations
- I enjoy being outside and by the water
- I love any kind of animal
- I cheer for the University of Maine
- I am a very creative and outgoing person
- I love trying new things!
Timeline
Sales Associate
TJ Maxx, TJX Companies
06.2024 - 08.2024
Gymnastics Coach
Penobscot Valley School of Gymnastics
05.2024 - Current
Kayak Tour Guide
Florida Adventures and Rentals
12.2023 - 01.2024
Barista
Marylous
05.2022 - 08.2022
Sales Clerk
3 Daughters Jewelry
06.2021 - 07.2023
Clerk
Lapels Dry Cleaning
03.2018 - 03.2020
Business Management
University of Maine
Diploma -
Duxbury High School
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