Professional Summary
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Work History
Education
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Kathleen Clarke

Cedarwood Pottery
Holiday,FL
12
years of professional experience

Results-driven professional with extensive experience in retail operations and customer service. Known for attention to detail and the ability to enhance customer satisfaction through effective communication and problem-solving skills. Eager to leverage retail expertise to drive operational excellence.

Work History

Art/Pottery Instructor

1 Year 7 Months
Cedarwood Pottery | 01.2025 - Current

Teaching all aspects of throwing pottery on the potters wheel, as well as creating works by hand. Directing students of diverse backgrounds through the process of creating functional vessels, trimming and adorning, glazing and firing of their work.

Instructor-Clay-Wheel and Hand Building

6 Years 5 Months
West Pasco Art Guild | 07.2019 - 12.2025

Teaching all aspects of throwing pottery on the potters wheel, as well as creating works by hand. Directing students of diverse backgrounds through the process of creating functional vessels, trimming and adorning, glazing and firing of their work.

Cashier/Sales Associate

3 Years
PPI Associates | 09.2019 - 09.2022

Operated the cash register and processed various payment methods including cash, credit/debit cards and mobile payments accurately and efficiently.
Maintained an indepth knowledge of store policies, promotions and product information to address customer inquiries.

Cashier

5 Years 6 Months
Salvation Army Thrift Store | 04.2014 - 10.2019

Preformed all aspects of Front end/ Cash register duties from customer service to handling large quantities of Cash, at a very fast pace. End of shift/ end of day duties from counting down registers to cleaning of the store, return to floor merchandise, prepping store for next day etc.

Cashier/Sales Associate/Instructor

2 Years 3 Months
Michaels Craft Store | 10.2014 - 01.2017

Managed all aspects of front end operations, including cash register, answering phones, and customer service, ensuring efficient transactions. Processed returns and resolved customer concerns, improving satisfaction and retention. Supported floor operations by receiving shipments and stocking shelves to maintain product availability. Taught jewelry classes and helped organized events, increasing customer engagement and store traffic.

Education

Associate of Arts - Professional Crafts Clay

Haywood Community College | Clyde, NC | 05-2005

No Degree - Certificate/ State License in Massage Therapy

Finger Lakes School of Massage | Ithaca, NY | 04-1998

No Degree - Certificate/State Licensed Practical Nursing

OCM BOCES Technical Career Center | Liverpool, NY | 05-1993

High School Diploma

Oswego High School | Oswego, NY | 06-1989

Skills

Customer Service
Attention to detail
Collaboration with healthcare professionals
Workplace safety
Basic math
Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise
Medical and Surgical instrument sterilization and handling
Nursing
Massage Therapy
Cashiering
Cash handling
Computer operation
POS
Retail store operations
Barista/Bartender
Food Preparation
Clay Artist
Teaching
Working with students.

Timeline

Art/Pottery Instructor

Cedarwood Pottery
01.2025 - CurrentRead More

Cashier/Sales Associate

PPI Associates
09.2019 - 09.2022Read More

Instructor-Clay-Wheel and Hand Building

West Pasco Art Guild
07.2019 - 12.2025Read More

Cashier/Sales Associate/Instructor

Michaels Craft Store
10.2014 - 01.2017Read More

Cashier

Salvation Army Thrift Store
04.2014 - 10.2019Read More

Haywood Community College

Associate of Arts from Professional Crafts Clay
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Finger Lakes School of Massage

No Degree from Certificate/ State License in Massage Therapy
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OCM BOCES Technical Career Center

No Degree from Certificate/State Licensed Practical Nursing
Read More

Oswego High School

High School Diploma
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Kathleen Clarke