Leah Fitzsimonds
Village of Clarkston
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Annette Scott
Flint, MI
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Supervised children's activities, ensuring safety and engagement in playtime.
- Developed age-appropriate educational games to enhance cognitive skills.
- Communicated effectively with parents regarding children's daily activities and needs.
- Implemented behavior management techniques to promote positive interactions.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Provided support and guidance to children in conflict resolution.
- Developed and implemented creative educational games, promoting cognitive development.
- Provided first aid support when needed, ensuring health and safety of children.
Candle Barista
North End Market
Clarkston, MI
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Educated customers on candle making by providing expert recommendations for vessel selection and scent combinations.
- Provided detailed, step-by-step instruction on candle creation, from choosing vessels to blending scents in wax, to enhance customer engagement.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils, and seating areas daily.
- Managed helping around 3-7 parties each day in making their candle and experience fun and memorable.
Retail Worker
North End Market
Clarkston MI
04.2025 - 08.2025
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing shopping experience.
- Maintained organized merchandise displays, ensuring visual appeal and accessibility.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and promptly.
- Collaborated with team members to manage inventory levels and restock shelves regularly.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Replenished sales floor merchandise and organized shelves, racks, and bins for optimal appearance.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills when collaborating with fellow employees or assisting customers with inquiries or concerns.
- Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.
- Stocked shelves when needed, and provided an organized display of merchandise and other objects.
Gymnastics Coach
Great Lakes Kids Energy Zone
Oxford, MI
03.2023 - 08.2025
- Monitored athlete performance and provided constructive feedback for improvement.
- Promoted safety protocols during practice sessions to ensure a secure training environment.
- Coordinated events and competitions, managing logistics to enhance participant experience.
- Led team-building activities that strengthened camaraderie among athletes, improving overall morale.
- Boosted gymnasts'' confidence levels by offering constructive feedback and personalized support.
- Cultivated a positive team environment by promoting sportsmanship, camaraderie, and mutual respect among athletes.
- Aided in athletes mindset to love the sport and have fun, while still wanting to improve and stay focused.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2029
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Bowling Green State University
Bowling Green, OH05-2029
Skills
- Patience and empathy
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Strong work ethic
- Reliability
- Dependability
- Friendly and outgoing
- Active listener
Timeline
Babysitter
Annette Scott
05.2025 - 08.2025
Candle Barista
North End Market
04.2025 - 08.2025
Retail Worker
North End Market
04.2025 - 08.2025
Gymnastics Coach
Great Lakes Kids Energy Zone
03.2023 - 08.2025
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor of Science - Communication Sciences And Disorders
Bowling Green State University