Cathy Hollembeak
Evansville,IN
Summary
Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Reliable employee, professional delivering project updates on regular basis and paying close attention to details. Smart employee with expertise in Quark Express and preparing sample layouts. Dedicated typesetter professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level position in Specialty Accounts/Death Claims Representative environment. Ready to help team achieve company goals. To seek and maintain a full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Reliable employee seeking Specialty Accounts/Death Claims Representative position. Offering excellent communication and good judgment. Enthusiastic Specialty Accounts/Death Claims Representative eager to contribute to team success through hard work, attention to detail and excellent organizational skills. Motivated to learn, grow and excel in banking.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Typesetter
Christian Publishing Company
Murfreesboro, TN
05.1997 - 07.2000
- Generated prepress proofs in digital or other formats to approximate appearance of final printed piece.
- Scaled copy for reductions and enlargements using proportion wheels.
- Utilized different technologies to ready artwork for offset printing purposes.
- Verified artwork backups on company server prior to making any changes.
- Worked collectively with other teams to reach deadlines and meet customer expectations.
- Compared digital and physical customer files to identify and address discrepancies such as fonts, graphics or and layouts.
- Assessed customer files for missing information in fonts and graphics.
- Avoided downtime by addressing issues with prepress equipment immediately and applying troubleshooting techniques to identify root cause issues.
- Collaborated on new ways to improve processes and increase productivity.
- Participated in team-building activities to enhance working relationships.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork.
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Franklin Road Christian School
Murfreesboro, TN
08.1991 - 05.1996
- Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
- Established and enforced rules of behavior to drive social development and maintain positive interactions.
- Drove student learning by establishing clear classroom plans and group objectives, as well as actionable strategies to achieve each goal.
- Tutored 2 students each year in Elementary .
- Assessed student learning progress and comprehension with routine tests and standardized examinations.
- Kept classroom clean, organized, and safe for students and visitors.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking and communication.
- Organized classroom supplies and decorated walls to create fun, nurturing settings and meet learning needs.
- Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Boosted individual perseverance and resilience by setting challenging goals and providing realistic support.
- Assessed student progress by administering tests and evaluating results.
- Impacted lessons positively by incorporating smart boards, computers, games and music into classroom.
- Introduced classroom games and various outdoor recreational events to promote physical, mental and social development.
- Taught core subjects of math, science, technology and history.
- Coached students on physical and emotional safety as part of health curriculum.
- Sourced supplies to fill gaps in student activities.
- Stayed abreast of changes to school and district policies as well as new trends in education by attending professional development courses and in-service trainings.
- Created and led 6 field trips and hands-on activities to foster creativity.
- Chaperoned field trips to maintain safety and encourage learning.
- Collaborated with administrators on classroom policies, management strategies and discipline.
- Taught students subject-specific material, learning strategies and social skills.
- Implemented classroom management improvements to enhance class morale and engagement.
Cashier
Kmart
Goodlettsville, TN
06.1987 - 06.1991
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Maintained cash drawer of $[Amount] or more per shift.
- Promoted customer loyalty and consistent sales by delivering friendly service and knowledgeable assistance.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Completed inventory counts and ordered merchandise.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks and bins for optimal appearance.
- Reconciled cash drawer at start and end of each shift, accounting for errors and resolving discrepancies.
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Reviewed weekly sales ads and monitored price changes.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Conducted inventory counts by adding each item in stock and documenting in computer system.
- Performed cash, card and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
Education
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Pensacola Christian College
Pensacola, FL05.1991
Skills
- Organization and Time Management
- Interpersonal Communication
- Attention to Detail
- Customer Service
- Flexible and Adaptable
- Analytical and Critical Thinking
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Problem-Solving
Timeline
Typesetter
Christian Publishing Company
05.1997 - 07.2000
Elementary Classroom Teacher
Franklin Road Christian School
08.1991 - 05.1996
Cashier
Kmart
06.1987 - 06.1991
Associate of Science - Elementary Education
Pensacola Christian College