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Matthew Priskorn

Phoenix,AZ

Summary

Compassionate, people-focused teacher candidate that likes to spread laughter and positivity. Presently enrolled in an early education teaching certification program to transition to a more fulfilling career as a kindergarten teacher . Dedicated to celebrating diversity and to bringing kindness and encouragement and respect to the world. Eager to use my talents to create an engaging classroom environment where all students succeed while becoming a mentor of the youth in my neighborhood. Focused on collaboration, empathy, and continual education to become a successful educator and to effect positive change in my community through my students.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Lead

Camelback Flowershop
08.2021 - Current

Trained, coached, and mentored new sales associates for maximum performance. Used POS system to process sales, returns, online orders, and gift card activations. Organized store merchandise racks and displays to promote and maintain visually appealing environments. Increased sales and customer satisfaction through personalized servicing.

Assistant Manager

Nordstrom
04.2019 - 06.2020

Assisted the Manager of the Men's Furnishings & Men's Clothing Departments with merchandising standards, planning and preparing for events, teaching the team to deliver exceptional customer service, and coaching employees to demonstrate the Company’s overall vision.

Customer Service Manager

Nordstrom Rack
02.2012 - 04.2019

Focused on increasing return visits to the store through exceptional customer service and offering high - quality product. Successfully developed contests and trainings to build confidence among team members on functions and procedures. Ensured that employees and customers felt supported and recognized. Managed store scheduling and empathetically resolved customer issues quickly and with high customer satisfaction, as shown in survey scores.

Education

Teacher Certification - Early Education - Traditional Post Baccalaureate Program

Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College
Tempe, AZ
05.2025

Nonprofit Leadership Certification -

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
11.2021

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Arizona State University
Tempe, AZ
12.2003

Skills

  • Community Involvement
  • Fundraising
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Caring and Empathetic Demeanor

Additional Information

  • Exceeded Grand Champion fundraising status for the Walk to End Alzheimer's Disease in 2018, 2019, and 2020.
  • Community Outreach Volunteer with One.N.Ten LGBTQ Youth Organization.

Timeline

Sales Lead

Camelback Flowershop
08.2021 - Current

Assistant Manager

Nordstrom
04.2019 - 06.2020

Customer Service Manager

Nordstrom Rack
02.2012 - 04.2019

Teacher Certification - Early Education - Traditional Post Baccalaureate Program

Maricopa Community Colleges - Rio Salado Community College

Nonprofit Leadership Certification -

Arizona State University

Bachelor of Science - Psychology

Arizona State University
Matthew Priskorn