Candace Pryor
Richton Park,IL
Summary
An organized and motivated individual, eager to utilize time management and organizational skills across diverse settings. Seeking entry-level opportunities to enhance abilities while contributing to company growth.
A 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
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant
Populous Construction Company
Chicago, Illinois
06.2012 - 11.2019
- Scheduled meetings, appointments and travel arrangements for staff members.
- Assisted in the preparation of reports, presentations and correspondence.
- Ensured office equipment was operational, stocked with supplies and maintained in a clean condition.
- Answered incoming calls, responded to emails, faxes and other inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Managed inventory and supplies to ensure materials were available when needed.
Personal Trainer
Candace Pryor
Chicago, Illinois, OL
12.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed personalized fitness programs for clients based on their individual goals and needs.
- Conducted assessments to evaluate clients' current physical condition, strength, flexibility, and body composition.
- Provided instructions in proper form, technique, and safety when performing exercises.
- Monitored progress of clients during workouts and provided feedback and encouragement.
- Demonstrated various exercises with the use of free weights and machines.
- Assisted clients in setting realistic short-term and long-term goals.
- Motivated clients to reach their personal best by providing positive reinforcement.
- Explained principles of nutrition including basic dietary guidelines to help optimize results.
- Researched new training methods, trends, equipment., to stay up-to-date on industry standards.
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Hotel Mankato MN
Mankato, Minnesota
02.2008 - 06.2010
- Swept and mopped floors, vacuumed carpets and rugs, dusted furniture, wiped down surfaces.
- Cleaned bathrooms, including toilets, tubs, showers and sinks.
- Changed bed linens and towels, tidied up rooms.
- Replenished supplies such as drinking glasses and coffee cups in guest rooms.
- Maintained a clean linen closet by folding sheets neatly on shelves.
- Responded to requests from guests regarding housekeeping needs.
Baker's Assistant
Cubs Foods
Mankato , Minnesota
11.2006 - 11.2008
- Operated ovens to bake bread, cakes, and other pastries.
- Prepared dough for various types of breads and rolls.
- Measured ingredients accurately to ensure quality products.
- Stocked shelves with freshly baked goods.
- Cleaned baking equipment, utensils, and work areas daily.
- Labeled containers with product information including date prepared.
- Washed preparation utensils, tools and machinery by hand or industrial dishwasher.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Alphabet Campus
Homewood, Illinois
06.2002 - 11.2005
- Assisted teachers in creating lesson plans and providing instructional materials.
- Supervised students in the classroom, cafeteria, hallways and playgrounds.
- Graded assignments, tests and papers according to teacher instructions.
- Assisted in developing and implementing age-appropriate activities for children to learn new skills.
- Monitored children's behavior, providing guidance and direction when necessary.
- Provided a safe, secure and nurturing environment for the children.
- Supervised indoor and outdoor playtime including setting up equipment and organizing games or crafts.
- Read books aloud to encourage language development while helping students understand story structure.
- Modeled good behaviors for students and maintained classroom discipline.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Health And Wellness
Malcolm X College
Chicago, Illinois06-2016
Personal Training Certification - Science
Malcolm X College
Chicago, Illinois06-2016
Skills
- Meeting Support
- Office Equipment Troubleshooting
- Administrative Support
- Office Administration
- File and Record Keeping
- Time Management
- Relationship Building
- Email correspondence
- Administrative tasks
- Meeting Scheduling
- Multi-Line Phone Systems
- Computer Skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Microsoft Office Suite
- Travel Arrangements
- Calm Demeanor
- Administrative duties
- Mail Sorting and Distribution
- Fast Learner
- Team Leader
- Dependable
- Cooperative team member
- Excellent communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Active Listener
Timeline
Personal Trainer
Candace Pryor
12.2016 - 11.2018
Assistant
Populous Construction Company
06.2012 - 11.2019
Housekeeper
Holiday Inn Hotel Mankato MN
02.2008 - 06.2010
Baker's Assistant
Cubs Foods
11.2006 - 11.2008
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Alphabet Campus
06.2002 - 11.2005
Associate of Applied Science - Health And Wellness
Malcolm X College
Personal Training Certification - Science
Malcolm X College