Lenny Karipidis
Rochester,NY
Summary
Passionate, hardworking and outgoing individual that will put immense effort into getting something completed properly. Has experience in many different types of fields, but excels with business, working with children, medical fields, and customer service. Is highly motivated to improve in all fields and continue to do work well while communicating with others and working as a team.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
EMT-B
American Medical Response
11.2023 - Current
- Improved patient outcomes by efficiently assessing, treating, and stabilizing medical conditions in emergency situations.
- Maintained levelheadedness and efficiency in high-pressure situations, effectively prioritizing tasks to save lives and provide medical care.
- Conducted equipment and vehicle checks to maintain continuous and safe operation.
- Assisted with lifting and moving patients
- Averaging at 10 calls per night within a 12 hour shift
Jewelry Designer
Metanoia
03.2023 - Current
- Small business where unique pieces of jewelry are created, all handcrafted, allergen friendly, fully adjustable and inclusive
- Coordinated photoshoots for marketing materials, capturing the essence of each collection beautifully.
- Designed the website and social media platforms
- Have made over 400 pieces
Barista/Trainer/Store Artist
Starbucks
10.2019 - 01.2023
- Managed working in a fast-paced customer service environment, averaging 40 orders every 30 minutes
- Created an inclusive environment, communicated with non-English speakers and the Deaf community (location near NTID)
- Created welcoming chalk art on boards and provided spaces based on themes for the season
- Adjusted to partners' work habits and needs
- Ability to work through under-staffed moments, advocate for others, create quality drinks
- Provided ongoing feedback to trainees on their progress, offering constructive criticism when necessary while celebrating achievements regularly
Web Designer
Karis Sports
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Designed an eye-catching website for a sports apparel company, giving it a fresh modern look and making it easy to navigate
- Improved overall site aesthetics through the use of high-quality graphics, typography choices, color schemes, and layout principles
- Increased online visitor engagement by incorporating interactive features like multimedia elements, animations, and call-to-action buttons
Assistant
Stafford Floor Covering
05.2018 - 09.2018
- Answered phone calls, organized carpet samples, assisted customers with selections, organized paperwork, and cleaned the store
- Greeted customers with friendliness and professionalism.
- Contributed to a positive work environment with strong interpersonal skills and proactive teamwork attitude.
Saturday Assistant 4th Grade Greek School Teacher
Annunciation Greek Church
09.2017 - 05.2018
- Committed to over 100 hours of teaching 4th grade students the Greek language, grammar, and history every Saturday from 9:30am to 1pm
- Led the classes and developed wonderful relationships with the students and parents
- Learned how to work with young children that would often times become distracted if the content was not enticing enough
- Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs
Tutor
HFL Tutoring
02.2018 - 04.2018
- Tutored students about 1-2 hours a week in biology, mathematics, English and French
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies
Restaurant Busser
New Yorkers Pancake and Grill
06.2010 - 08.2016
- Worked here growing up as it was family owned and got my first work experience as a pre-teen
- Maintained a clean and safe dining environment by sweeping floors, wiping down surfaces, and keeping walkways clear of debris
- Learned to communicate with customers and other staff members to keep the restaurant operating smoothly and ready for incoming guests
Bell Ringer
Salvation Army
11.2019
- Rang a Bell to raise money in front of a grocery store
Club Member
Sister Cities
04.2019
- 3 hours brunch for Haiti
- We served food to community members donating to Haiti
- I entertained as well by playing the piano in the community hall
Volunteer Member
GISH
07.2019 - 08.2019
- Worked with a team to complete community service activities for a challenge for a total of 5 hours
- My group and I weeded a city garden and then painted the road with community city kids and made a beautiful mural
- We also recycled and picked up trash
Education
Double Major - Chemistry, ASL, minor in Biology
University of Rochester
Rochester, NY05.2022
GED -
Honeoye Falls Lima High School
Rochester, NY06.2021
Greek School - Language, Grammar, History, Culture [Pre-K-7th]
Greek School - Annunciation Greek Church
Rochester, NY05.2016
Skills
- Independence and leadership
- Advocacy
- Flexibility
- Teaching/training
- Hardworking
- Consistent desire to learn
- Excellent teamwork, collaboration, and communication
- Multilingual
- Public speaking
- Focused and patient
- Cleanliness and organization
- Heavy lifting
- Seek community involvement
- Understanding and passionate
Personal Information
Legal Name: Elena Karipidis
Date of Birth: 04/06/03
Ethnicity: Greek Ukrainian
Certification
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association
- ICS 5A, 100, 200, 700, 800, NYS EMT
- Mandated Reporter, NYS EMT
- NREMT, National EMT
- Class D License
Awards
- 2020 National Honor Society, Honeoye Falls Lima HS
- 2019 Selected Participant of the Perry Outreach Program, Perry Outreach Program
- 2019 National Honor Society, Honeoye Falls Lima HS
- 2017 Three Hierarchs Excellence Award, Annunciation Greek Church Greek School
- 2019 French National Honors Society, Honeoye Falls Lima HS
- 2019 Academic Excellence: Precalculus, Honeoye Falls Lima HS
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Greek
Native or Bilingual
American Sign Language
Professional Working
French
Limited Working
Italian
Elementary
Korean
Elementary
Hobbies and Interests
- Research
- Reading papers and writing
- Social Media Marketing
- Baking/Cooking
- Hiking
- Tutoring/General Assistance/Peer Review
- Music
- Drawing/Painting
- Listening to Podcasts
- Visiting Nursing Homes
- Elder Care
- Watching/Playing Sports
- Handiwork
- Home Renovation
- Reading/Writing
- Learning Languages
- Running/Weightlifting
- Animal Care
Timeline
EMT-B
American Medical Response
11.2023 - Current
Jewelry Designer
Metanoia
03.2023 - Current
Bell Ringer
Salvation Army
11.2019
Barista/Trainer/Store Artist
Starbucks
10.2019 - 01.2023
Volunteer Member
GISH
07.2019 - 08.2019
Club Member
Sister Cities
04.2019
Assistant
Stafford Floor Covering
05.2018 - 09.2018
Tutor
HFL Tutoring
02.2018 - 04.2018
Web Designer
Karis Sports
01.2018 - 01.2021
Saturday Assistant 4th Grade Greek School Teacher
Annunciation Greek Church
09.2017 - 05.2018
Restaurant Busser
New Yorkers Pancake and Grill
06.2010 - 08.2016
- CPR Certification, American Heart Association
- ICS 5A, 100, 200, 700, 800, NYS EMT
- Mandated Reporter, NYS EMT
- NREMT, National EMT
- Class D License
Double Major - Chemistry, ASL, minor in Biology
University of Rochester
GED -
Honeoye Falls Lima High School
Greek School - Language, Grammar, History, Culture [Pre-K-7th]
Greek School - Annunciation Greek Church
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