Kezia Best
Washington,USA
Summary
Sales associate with proven track record of surpassing sales targets at Family Dollar through extensive product knowledge and strong relationship management. Expertise in cash handling and communication enhances customer loyalty and satisfaction. Collaborates effectively with team members to boost store efficiency and organization. Organized Teaching Assistant focused on helping lead teacher with support and student instruction. Passionate about positively impacting students' lives and helping improve academic performance. Personable and kind with people of diverse backgrounds.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
Riverdale Park, MD
03.2025 - Current
- Consistently meets and exceeds sales goals through product knowledge, upselling, and personalized recommendations.
- Builds lasting customer relationships and promotes brand loyalty through effective communication and follow-up.
- Works collaboratively with team members to maintain an organized, welcoming, and efficient store environment.
- Accurately handles transactions, returns, and inventory management with attention to detail.
- Demonstrates a positive attitude, adaptability, and a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and company success.
Dedicated Aide/Teacher's Assistant
Alliance Staffing
Washington, DC
05.2024 - 06.2025
- Supported lead teachers in planning and implementing daily educational activities that promote social, emotional, and cognitive development.
- Assisted children with classroom tasks, meals, and hygiene routines while ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.
- Encouraged positive behavior through patience, guidance, and age-appropriate discipline strategies.
- Helped prepare learning materials, organize classroom spaces, and maintain cleanliness and order throughout the day.
- Communicated effectively with teachers and parents to support each child's individual needs and progress.
- Fostered an inclusive, caring atmosphere that supports curiosity, creativity, and early learning success.
Education
High school diploma - High school education
Penn Foster Career School
Scranton, PASkills
- Employee evaluation
- Cash register
- Communication skills
- Sales
- Social media management
- Basic math
- Cash handling
- Food service
- Computer skills
- Product demos
- Hair styling
- Customer service
- Hair coloring
- Stocking
- Driving
- Retail sales
- Relationship building
- Team collaboration
- Transaction processing
- Educational planning
- Classroom management
- Inventory management
- Customer engagement
- Conflict resolution
- Communication strategies
- Creative problem solving
- Time management
- Positive reinforcement
- Detail orientation
- Adaptability in teaching
- Organizational skills
- Student records management
- Information protection
- Standardized testing
- Classroom technology
- Assessment strategies
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Elementary education
- Teacher support and collaboration
- Behavior redirection
- Small group and individual assistance
- Mathematics instruction
- Calm and patient demeanor
- Student supervision
- Small group instruction
- Study skills development
- Classroom support
- Student assessments
- Student tutoring
- Organization and prioritization
Certification
Driver's License
Personal Information
Willing To Relocate: Anywhere
Timeline
Sales Associate
Family Dollar
03.2025 - Current
Dedicated Aide/Teacher's Assistant
Alliance Staffing
05.2024 - 06.2025
High school diploma - High school education
Penn Foster Career School