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Kenya Cockburn

Kenya Cockburn

Staten Island

Summary

I am Kenya Cockburn, a motivated and performance-driven professional with hands-on experience in retail sales, tutoring, and assistance roles. I have a strong track record of exceeding sales targets, delivering effective product solutions, and consistently providing excellent customer service. With a solid understanding of retail dynamics and marketing strategies, I am adaptable, and eager to learn new skills while advancing my professional knowledge. I thrive in both team-oriented and independent work environments, and I am known for my strong work ethic and ability to connect with customers. I take pride in motivating colleagues and contributing to the achievement of team, individual, and organizational goals. Overall, I bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a proactive mindset to any role I undertake.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience

Work History

College of Staten Island Research Lab Program

CSI Enterprises
New York
10.2024 - 02.2025
  • Conducted hands-on laboratory research involving animal and plant cell biology.
  • Analyzed experimental data and collaborated on research reports.
  • Gained experince using microscopes, cell staining techniques,and lab safety

Remote Office Assistant

Theu Building Enterprise
01.2022 - 12.2024
  • Manage administrative tasks including form filing, application processing, correspondence, email management, and scheduling to maintain organizational efficiency.

Sales Associate

T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods
Staten Island
08.2021 - 07.2022
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized, and current.
  • Customers received merchandise recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
  • Assisted customers in enrolling in loyalty programs and submitting paperwork.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Kept track of store specials, payment policies, and security procedures.
  • Trained all new sales employees on effective sales, service, and operational strategies to maximize team performance.
  • Used the in register system to ring up customer purchases, process payments, and issue receipts.

Private Home Cook/Home Aid

Staten Island
01.2020 - 01.2021
  • I was paid and given the opportunity to cook for an older woman in my neighborhood, who enjoyed my company and cooking. During Covid, since her family wasn't able to come to her, I provided my services to help and take care of her and cook her healthy and delicious meals.

Sales Associate

New York and Company
Staten Island
04.2019 - 04.2020
  • Took incoming phone calls and answered them with information about products, services, store hours, policies, and promotions.
  • Customers received merchandise recommendations based on their needs and preferences.
  • Unboxed new merchandise and restocked shelves in appealing and organized arrangements to promote items.
  • Performed floor moves, merchandising, display maintenance, and housekeeping to keep sales areas well-stocked, organized, and current.

Shadowing Doctor Summer Program

Dr. Mirholi Pediatric Office
Staten Island
07.2017 - 07.2018
  • I was able to shadow my pediatric doctor during my last summer years of high school. Since I showed my interest in pediatrics from a young age, he gifted me with the opportunity to shadow him for two summers to help further my interest in joining the medical field.

Tutor

P.S. 181
Brooklyn
11.2016 - 05.2018
  • Had an excellent attendance record and was always on time for work.
  • Met with students and school officials to discuss and resolve educational issues and problems.
  • Helped elementary students reach their goals to pass exams with higher scores and perform better in class.

Babysitter

Brooklyn
01.2021
  • Had the opportunity to watch and care for children, helping them with homework, taking them to parks and playgrounds, taught them how to cook simple meals, and other activities.

Travel Advisor/Apartment Hunter

Freelancers Union
New York
  • Informed clients of special offers or discounts available through certain airlines or hotels.
  • Researched and recommended flights, accommodations, and vacation packages.
  • Booked tickets, reserved accommodations and organized rental transportation.
  • Assisted with individuals in locating suitable apartments based on budget and location preferences

Education

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

College of Staten Island
Staten Island, NY
05-2025

High School -

Brooklyn College Academy
06.2018

Skills

  • Sales experience
  • Customer service experience
  • Merchandising experience
  • Team management experience
  • Adaptability experienced
  • Motivation, skillful
  • Laboratory research
  • Organization and time management
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Analytical thinking
  • Verbal communication

Languages

English Native, Spanish Novice

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Completing My High School Degree
  • KEY ACHIEVEMENTS Double-majoring in Biology/Psychology in College

Timeline

College of Staten Island Research Lab Program

CSI Enterprises
10.2024 - 02.2025

Remote Office Assistant

Theu Building Enterprise
01.2022 - 12.2024

Sales Associate

T.J. Maxx & HomeGoods
08.2021 - 07.2022

Babysitter

01.2021

Private Home Cook/Home Aid

01.2020 - 01.2021

Sales Associate

New York and Company
04.2019 - 04.2020

Shadowing Doctor Summer Program

Dr. Mirholi Pediatric Office
07.2017 - 07.2018

Tutor

P.S. 181
11.2016 - 05.2018

Travel Advisor/Apartment Hunter

Freelancers Union

Bachelor of Science - Health Sciences

College of Staten Island

High School -

Brooklyn College Academy

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