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Melissa Gresham

CROWN POINT,IN

Summary

Highly capable, motivated Professional skilled at prioritizing tasks with ease. Brings several years of experience supporting colleagues with planning & distributing information that is both highly prioritized and time-sensitive. Strengths include working in a high paced environment and I enjoy contact with the public.

Overview

31
31
years of professional experience

Work History

Customer Service Representative

JCPenney
Merrillville, IN
11.2007 - 06.2010
  • Greeted customers entering store to ascertain what each customer wanted or needed
  • Checked out customers at cash register in timely manner
  • Informed customers about billing procedures, processed payments and provided payment option setup assistance
  • Responded to customer requests for products for on-line ordering
  • Provided information to customers regarding JCP's charge card and loyalty program and helped to open and activate new accounts

Insurance Customer Service Representative

STATE FARM INSURANCE
Crown Point, IN
10.2002 - 09.2020
  • Responded to all customer inquiries thoroughly and professionally
  • Promptly responded to inquiries and requests from customers
  • Addressed and resolved customer complaints empathetically and professionally
  • Calculated quotes and educated potential clients on insurance options
  • Maintained accurate records of past due customer account activity
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of product and service changes
  • Dedicated to continuously improving sales abilities and product knowledge
  • Contacted customer to follow up on purchases, suggested new merchandise and inform them about promotions and upcoming events

Instructional Paraprofessional

Northwest Indiana Special Education Corporation
Crown Point, IN
09.2018 - 09.2019
  • Provided support during classes, group lessons, classroom activities
  • Documented student behaviors, interventions and results to assist the lead teacher
  • Maintained student safety in classroom and outside environments
  • Prepared instructional materials for group and one-on-one use
  • Oversaw students in the classroom, halls, and gym to monitor, enforce rules and support lead teacher
  • Retained interest and maximized receptive learning by educating students using hands-on instructional techniques

Education

Associate of Arts -

IN & IL Property & Casualty Auto Insurance License
Merrillville, IN 46410
2017

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

BM College
Merrillville, IN 46410
2013

Skills

  • Highly motivated
  • Organized
  • Customer service-oriented
  • Exceptional communication skills
  • Creative problem solver
  • Quick learner
  • Proficient in cash management
  • Flexible

Timeline

Instructional Paraprofessional

Northwest Indiana Special Education Corporation
09.2018 - 09.2019

Customer Service Representative

JCPenney
11.2007 - 06.2010

Insurance Customer Service Representative

STATE FARM INSURANCE
10.2002 - 09.2020

Associate of Arts -

IN & IL Property & Casualty Auto Insurance License

Associate of Science - Medical Assistant

BM College
Melissa Gresham