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Overview
Work History
Education
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Certification
Leadership And Involvement
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Kaden Ruffin

Brooklyn,New York

Summary

Experienced professional passionate about creating compelling content and driving engagement. Talented at crafting dynamic stories, informative articles and persuasive copy that resonate and inspires readers. Maintained a personal blog for five years.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Barista

Starbucks
11.2023 - Current
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.
  • Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
  • Assisted in inventory management to maintain adequate stock levels and reduce wastage.

Assistant Coordinator

Cleveland Playhouse – Campus International School
01.2023 - 08.2023
  • Communicated with students, coordinated with staff and colleagues, conflict resolution, and responsively problem solved, followed written and spoken instructions, worked independently and as part of a team, remaining flexible
  • Enhanced team productivity by streamlining communication and implementing effective project management tools.
  • Assisted in coordinating events, resulting in successful execution and increased attendee satisfaction.

Barista/Cashier

Starbucks
05.2022 - 08.2023
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by efficiently preparing and serving high-quality beverages.
  • Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
  • Increased repeat business by providing exceptional customer service and building rapport with patrons.
  • Streamlined order processing through accurate cash handling and efficient use of the point-of-sale system.

Research Assistant

Kent State University- Psychology Department
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Completed training required for wet lab environments, recorded measurements, helped with maintenance, provided feedback during lab meetings, learned more about the connection between diet and stress
  • Enhanced research quality by meticulously collecting and analyzing data from various sources.
  • Streamlined data management processes for increased efficiency and accuracy in research findings.
  • Managed laboratory equipment and resources, ensuring proper maintenance and optimal functionality.
  • Conducted literature reviews to support hypothesis development and identify gaps in existing knowledge.

AmeriCorps Member, Attendance Coordinator

City Year Cleveland - Alfred A. Benesch Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2019
  • Serving 1700+ hours of full-time on a diverse team of eleven members to provide academic tutoring, behavior coaching, and a positive school climate to 250 high-poverty students

Education

Master of Education in School Counseling -

Brooklyn College
Brooklyn, New York

Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology

Kent State University
Kent, Ohio
08.2022

Skills

  • Creative Collaboration
  • Document Editing
  • Content Creation
  • Idea Brainstorming
  • Content Development
  • Creative Writing
  • Problem-solving
  • Emotional intelligence
  • Critical thinking
  • Self-motivation
  • Collaboration
  • Active listening
  • Attention to detail
  • Adaptability
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Google Drive
  • Creative Thinking
  • Originality and Creativity
  • Customer Service
  • Relationship Building
  • Clear Communication

Certification

  • A.L.I.C.E Training Certified
  • Safe Zone Training Certified

Leadership And Involvement

  • Student Government Cuyahoga Community College - Senator at-large
  • Circle K International Cuyahoga Community College - Club President
  • Black American Council Cuyahoga Community College - Member
  • Louis Stokes Alliance for Minority Participation Cuyahoga Community College - Scholar

Timeline

Barista

Starbucks
11.2023 - Current

Assistant Coordinator

Cleveland Playhouse – Campus International School
01.2023 - 08.2023

Barista/Cashier

Starbucks
05.2022 - 08.2023

Research Assistant

Kent State University- Psychology Department
10.2021 - 05.2022

AmeriCorps Member, Attendance Coordinator

City Year Cleveland - Alfred A. Benesch Elementary School
08.2018 - 06.2019

Master of Education in School Counseling -

Brooklyn College

Bachelor of Science - Psychobiology

Kent State University
Kaden Ruffin