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Hellen Ferreira Sotele

North Andover,Massachusetts

Summary

Throughout my professional journey, I have gained valuable experience and expertise in a range of roles, including working as a counter attendant, cashier, swim instructor, and lifeguard. These seemingly distinct positions have woven together to shape my development, providing me with a unique skill set. As a counter attendant and cashier, I honed my customer service skills, mastering the art of efficient problem-solving and maintaining a positive attitude. Transitioning into aquatics, my passion for teaching and ensuring the safety of others flourished as a swim instructor, where I developed adaptable lesson plans and fostered confidence in students of diverse ages and skill levels. Simultaneously, my role as a lifeguard demanded constant vigilance, quick decision-making, and the ability to administer first aid and CPR in emergency situations. The combination of exceptional customer service, effective communication, teaching abilities, and a strong sense of responsibility for others' safety has molded me into an adaptable, empathetic, and dependable professional capable of excelling in dynamic environments across industries.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard

Continental Pools
06.2023 - Current
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.

Shift Leader/Counter Server

Upper Crust Pizzeria
08.2022 - 06.2023
  • Cultivated warm relationships with regular customers.
  • Kept register accurate through correct billing, payment processing, and cash management practices.
  • Trained new waitstaff personnel, providing rapid onboarding processes to integrate additional team members quickly.
  • Handled customer complaints professionally, resolving issues through diplomatic acknowledgment and commitment to service.
  • Displayed enthusiasm and promoted excellent service to customers, successfully increasing referrals, and walk-in business.
  • Learned duties for various positions and provided backup at key times.

Swim Instructor

Pool School
05.2021 - 07.2022
  • Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
  • Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
  • Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
  • Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.

Checkout Cashier

Stop & Shop
04.2022 - 06.2022
  • Greeted customers and responded to requests for information.
  • Handled customer complaints and concerns and escalated to direct supervisor for quick resolution.
  • Operated register system to process new purchases, item returns, and merchandise exchanges.
  • Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.


Education

North Andover High School
North Andover, MA
06.2024

Skills

  • Performance Strategies
  • Customer Service
  • Opening and Closing Tasks
  • Instructional Techniques
  • First Aid
  • Works Well Under Pressure

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified

Languages

Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Lifeguard

Continental Pools
06.2023 - Current

Shift Leader/Counter Server

Upper Crust Pizzeria
08.2022 - 06.2023

Checkout Cashier

Stop & Shop
04.2022 - 06.2022

Swim Instructor

Pool School
05.2021 - 07.2022

North Andover High School
Hellen Ferreira Sotele