Kimia Rahnama
Maryland
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in youth engagement and policy analysis, demonstrated at Leadership Academy For Social Justice. Excelled in creating impactful educational programs and fostering inclusive environments, leveraging strong oral communication and problem-solving skills. Achieved consistent sales targets at Ella Rue's, underscoring a commitment to excellence and customer service. Able to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Teacher
Bethesda Preparatory Preschool
Bethesda, MD
08.2023 - Current
- Support student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Supervise recess, lunch and daily student intake and dismissal.
- Assist in creating a safe and nurturing classroom environment that promoted emotional well-being and academic growth for all students.
- Ensure a safe and supportive learning environment by enforcing classroom rules and addressing behavioral issues promptly.
- Oversee students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Support students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
Montgomery Property Services
Nathan Monsc
Maryland
05.2024 - 05.2025
- Developed rapport with customers to effectively promote and sell products door-to-door.
- Demonstrated product features and benefits, enhancing customer understanding and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to improve sales techniques and share best practices.
- Analyzed customer feedback to refine approaches, resulting in improved sales performance.
- Managed inventory of promotional materials ensuring readiness for daily operations.
- Improved territory coverage by effectively managing time, planning efficient routes, and prioritizing high-potential areas.
- Promoted brand awareness to potential customers through professional representation of company values, mission, and products.
Vector Marketing Sales
Vicky McCauley
Virgina
05.2023 - 05.2025
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Developed and maintained strong client relationships to drive repeat business.
- Delivered product presentations and demonstrations to potential clients, enhancing engagement.
- Collaborated with marketing teams to create targeted campaigns for product launches.
- Trained and mentored junior sales staff on best practices and sales techniques.
Social Justice Intern
Leadership Academy For Social Justice
Bethesda, MD
09.2022 - 05.2024
- Volunteered additional time outside of internship hours for special events or campaigns aimed at raising awareness about pressing societal inequalities.
- Developed strong relationships with partner organizations to enhance collaboration opportunities in promoting social justice initiatives.
- Promoted diversity and inclusion by developing and implementing educational workshops for fellow interns and staff members.
- Supported colleagues in drafting internal communications materials that highlighted the organization''s commitment to advancing social equality across all levels of operation.
- Increased public awareness of social justice issues through engaging presentations at community meetings and conferences.
- Contributed to the development of policy recommendations addressing social justice issues by researching relevant legislation and analyzing data trends.
- Facilitated open forums for discussing sensitive topics related to race, gender identity, socioeconomic status, disability rights, and more.
Sales Associate
Ella Rue's
Georgetown, DC
06.2020 - 05.2022
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Collaborated with team members to improve overall store performance, sharing best practices, and offering support as needed.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong rapport with customers and recommending appropriate products based on their needs.
- Assisted in training new staff members on company policies, product information, and sales techniques for a seamless onboarding experience.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
Education
Business Management & Political Science
University of Arizona
Tucson, AZHigh School Diploma -
Walt Whitman High School
Bethesda, MD06.2024
Skills
- Youth engagement
- Policy analysis
- Nonprofit Management
- Fundraising strategies
- Fluent in Persian/Farsi
- Customer Service
- Behavior Management
- Oral communication
- Skills Development
- Curriculum Design
- Time Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Lesson planning
- Sales practices
- Solutions-focused sales
- Sales communications
- Automotive sales techniques
Timeline
Montgomery Property Services
Nathan Monsc
05.2024 - 05.2025
Assistant Teacher
Bethesda Preparatory Preschool
08.2023 - Current
Vector Marketing Sales
Vicky McCauley
05.2023 - 05.2025
Social Justice Intern
Leadership Academy For Social Justice
09.2022 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Ella Rue's
06.2020 - 05.2022
High School Diploma -
Walt Whitman High School
Business Management & Political Science
University of Arizona