CASSI CHAMPAGNE
Carenctro,LA
Summary
Business-focused operations leader with a background in general management, bookkeeping, safety, and education. Brings hands-on experience in budgeting, payroll, audits, compliance, team supervision, and customer relations, with a steady record of improving efficiency, supporting training, and keeping day-to-day operations on track.
Overview
1
1
Certification
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard (Business Owner)
Ms. Rick's Swim School
Carenctro, LA
06.1996 - Current
- Instructed water safety, CPR, and rescue techniques, enhancing safety skills for all students, including special needs.
- Managed class schedules and tracked student progress while ensuring pool safety compliance, fostering a secure learning environment.
- Instructed swimmers at Ms. Rick's Swim School in stroke technique and water safety.
- Supervised pool sessions at Ms. Rick's Swim School for safe, orderly instruction.
- Demonstrated floating, kicking, and breathing skills during beginner swim lessons.
Safety/Quality Manager & HR Assistant
API Control Systems
Lafayette, LA
08.2022 - 06.2025
- Managed safety programs, ensuring compliance with OSHA, ISO, and internal quality standards to enhance workplace safety.
- Oversaw quality control procedures, inspections, and audits to maintain high product and service standards.
- Monitored incident reports, implemented corrective actions, and tracked safety metrics to drive continuous improvement in safety performance.
- Developed and delivered employee safety training and policy updates.
- Assisted HR in recruitment, onboarding, payroll coordination, and employee relations, facilitating a seamless integration of new hires.
Math Teacher
Carenctro Catholic School
Carenctro, LA
01.2021 - 06.2022
- Delivered tailored math instruction that engaged students and addressed individual learning needs.
- Fostered critical thinking and problem-solving skills, enhancing student understanding and application of mathematical concepts.
- Designed math lessons aligned with Catholic school curriculum and state standards.
- Taught algebra, geometry, and problem-solving in faith-based classroom settings.
- Managed classroom behavior with clear expectations and respectful routines.
General Manager
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
Carenctro, LA
08.2008 - 06.2019
- Directed daily operations, financial management, and strategic planning to maximize profitability.
- Managed A/P, A/R, payroll, invoicing, sales tax, bank reconciliations, and budgeting in QuickBooks to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Supervised and developed team of 20 employees through targeted coaching, training, and performance management to enhance skills and productivity.
- Built strong customer and vendor relationships, ensuring quality oilfield tools and on-time delivery.
- Led implementation of JobBOSS and facilitated ISO 9001 training programs to improve operational compliance.
- Oversaw safety operations, compliance visits, and regulatory audits (OSHA, Parish Sales Tax, ISO 9001).
Bookkeeper
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
Carenctro, LA
08.1998 - 08.2008
- Managed payroll for 20 employees, performed reconciliations, sales tax reporting, and journal entries to ensure financial accuracy.
- Streamlined A/R and A/P processes, enhancing overall accounting system efficiency.
- Prepared documentation for financial audits and collaborated with CPA to ensure accurate financial reporting.
Delivery Driver
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
Carenctro, LA
08.1997 - 08.1998
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Lafayette, LA05-2002
Skills
- Leadership & Team Development
- Financial management
- Bookkeeping
- ISO 9001-2015 Compliance
- QuickBooks & JobBOSS Proficiency
- Regulatory compliance
- Customer Relationship Management
- Policy development
- Staff Recruitment & Training
- Vendor & Supplier Relations
- Software proficiency
- Swim instruction
- Water safety
- CPR training
- Rescue techniques
- Safety compliance
- Employee training
- Class scheduling
- Incident tracking
- Effective communication
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Conflict resolution
- Attention to detail
- Safety training
- Patience and empathy
Certification
- QuickBooks Certified ProAdvisor – Present
- Louisiana Life & Health Insurance License #837623 (2019–2027)
- Lifeguard Certified
- Water Safety Instructor Certified
Timeline
Safety/Quality Manager & HR Assistant
API Control Systems
08.2022 - 06.2025
Math Teacher
Carenctro Catholic School
01.2021 - 06.2022
General Manager
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
08.2008 - 06.2019
Bookkeeper
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
08.1998 - 08.2008
Delivery Driver
Arsement Machine & Supply, Inc
08.1997 - 08.1998
Swim Instructor & Lifeguard (Business Owner)
Ms. Rick's Swim School
06.1996 - Current
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Louisiana at Lafayette