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Taylor Cancel

Wappingers Falls

Summary

Assistant Event Coordinator with expertise in large-scale event planning and execution. Proficient in logistics coordination, vendor management, and operational facilitation, leading to successful events. Recognized for creativity, problem-solving, and effective communication, resulting in improved attendee satisfaction. Additional experience in childcare enhances versatility in event environments.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Assistant Teacher

Hyde Park Nursery School
Hyde Park
07.2024 - Current
  • Established calm, disciplined classroom environment to enhance student focus.
  • Organized age-appropriate activities fostering interests and talents.
  • Promoted cooperative learning, encouraging collaboration among students.
  • Implemented varied lesson plans catering to different learning styles.
  • Encouraged critical thinking through thought-provoking questions during discussions.
  • Monitored children's play to identify learning opportunities and behavioral issues.
  • Managed record-keeping, including attendance and daily activity reports.
  • Supervised children during meals and play, ensuring safety and proper behavior.

Assistant Event Coordinator

Private Client
New York
10.2022 - 07.2024
  • Designed contracts, collected fees, and secured venues for events.
  • Coordinated equipment, supplies, and staff allocation to ensure successful event execution.
  • Oversaw registration and check-in processes to efficiently manage high guest volumes.
  • Tracked key metrics post-event, including attendance and revenue for success evaluation.
  • Conducted site visits for assessing space requirements and logistical planning.
  • Resolved issues during events to ensure smooth operations and participant satisfaction.
  • Maintained inventory of supplies and equipment for future event readiness.
  • Cultivated relationships with stakeholders, vendors, sponsors, and community leaders.
  • I have worked all different types of events, ranging from weddings to sweet sixteens.

Art Instructor

Town of Somers Recreation
Somers
06.2023 - 08.2023
  • Organized hands-on artistic activities to foster active participation and teamwork.
  • Encouraged student creativity through motivation, positive feedback, and constructive criticism.
  • Served as advisor for extracurricular activities, including art clubs and camps.
  • Planned and promoted diverse recreational programs to engage students.
  • Maintained positive relationships with parents by updating them on children's progress.
  • Facilitated daily craft activities for each group, ensuring timely completion of projects.
  • Instructed campers on proper use of materials and tools to enhance safety.
  • Supervised personnel and coordinated work activities to optimize program delivery.

Click and Collect Shopper

Stop & Shop
Somers
08.2021 - 09.2022
  • Bagged groceries to maintain product integrity, ensuring separation of fragile items and preservation of perishables.
  • Assisted customers with merchandise selection while providing detailed product knowledge.
  • Maximized hourly rate by organizing shopping trips and planning efficient routes.
  • Communicated with customers to confirm order clarity and expedited transfers to delivery drivers when needed.
  • Scanned items from shelves to update stock information in the system.
  • Produced sales documents, finalized transactions, and maintained organized records.
  • Suggested substitutes for out-of-stock items to enhance customer satisfaction.
  • Completed local pickup and shopping orders efficiently, ensuring timely service.

Fulfillment Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
Yorktown Heights
02.2021 - 06.2021
  • Confirmed order items by entering codes into system for accuracy.
  • Operated handheld scanners to track merchandise throughout fulfillment process.
  • Resolved order issues, including missing or incorrect items, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • Picked orders from inventory with high accuracy and prepared them for pickup.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise to maintain product availability.
  • Packed products into designated boxes while protecting items from damage during transit.
  • Printed accurate labels and affixed them to bags prior to order pickup.
  • Maintained clean and organized work areas to enhance productivity and ensure safety.

Fulfillment Associate

Target
Mount Kisco
10.2020 - 01.2021
  • Confirmed items picked for orders by keying codes into system.
  • Stocked shelves, racks, and bins with new or transferred merchandise.
  • Kept work areas clean, neat and organized for optimal productivity and worker safety.
  • Operated handheld scanners to track merchandise throughout fulfillment process.
  • Selected products and items from shelves and pallets for customer orders.
  • Accepted, processed and quickly filled orders.
  • Collaborated with team members to ensure efficient workflow throughout the shift.
  • Adapted to changing priorities and tasks based on store needs and order volumes.
  • Communicated effectively with other departments regarding order status updates.
  • Packed products securely, adhering to packaging standards, and minimizing damage during packing.
  • Packed and unpacked items, checking breakables before stocking on shelves.
  • Located merchandise from shelves and storage areas to fill orders.
  • Picked up heavy objects using proper lifting techniques to avoid personal injuries.

Camp Counselor

Oasis Day Camp
Dobbs Ferry
07.2020 - 08.2020
  • Managed conflict resolution among campers to cultivate a supportive community atmosphere.
  • Engaged children in diverse activities, ensuring safety throughout arts, crafts, and sports.
  • Enforced COVID-19 safety protocols to maintain wellness during all camp operations.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to promote respect and positivity among campers.
  • Encouraged active participation through enthusiastic leadership and effective role modeling.
  • Provided first aid and responded to emergencies, prioritizing camper safety above all.
  • Promoted team-building exercises such as trust falls and scavenger hunts to enhance camaraderie.
  • Assisted in developing age-appropriate weekly lesson plans tailored to camper interests.

Camp Counselor

Town of Somers Recreation
Somers
07.2019 - 08.2019
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports, games, and field trips while ensuring safety.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among campers to foster a supportive community atmosphere.
  • Implemented behavior management techniques to cultivate respect and positivity.
  • Assisted with transportation and escorting of participants during activities and external trips.
  • Encouraged camper participation through enthusiastic leadership and effective role modeling.
  • Promoted team-building exercises, including trust falls and scavenger hunts, to enhance collaboration.
  • Tracked attendance diligently to monitor participant presence and engagement.
  • Managed daily operations of recreational facilities to ensure smooth functioning.

Counselor-in-Training

Rye Ymca
Rye
07.2018 - 08.2018
  • Established relationships with campers to alleviate fears in unfamiliar settings.
  • Promoted positive community atmosphere through effective conflict resolution among campers.
  • Assisted program participants with transportation to and from activity locations.
  • Encouraged camper engagement by demonstrating enthusiasm and leadership.
  • Developed weekly lesson plans tailored for various age groups.
  • Tracked attendance, ensuring accurate records of present individuals.
  • Welcomed participants and directed them to assigned areas efficiently.
  • Collaborated with counselors to plan engaging skill-building activities.
  • Directed campers to learn new gymnastics skills
  • Motivated campers who felt down because they couldn't complete a new skill should keep trying.

Leader in Training

Rye Ymca
Rye
07.2017 - 08.2017
  • Established strong relationships with campers to alleviate fears in unfamiliar environments.
  • Facilitated conflict resolution among campers, fostering a supportive community atmosphere.
  • Encouraged camper participation through enthusiastic leadership and effective role modeling.
  • Assisted in developing weekly lesson plans tailored to various age groups.
  • Directed campers to learn new gymnastics skills.
  • Motivated campers who felt down because they couldn't complete a new skill should keep trying.

Education

High School Diploma -

Somers Senior High School
Somers, NY
06-2020

Skills

  • Event planning and coordination
  • Ceremony and wedding planning
  • Customer service and relationship building
  • Effective communication skills
  • Creative problem solving
  • Time management and multitasking
  • Team collaboration
  • Organizational skills
  • Venue selection and setup
  • Event design and materials printing

Timeline

Assistant Teacher

Hyde Park Nursery School
07.2024 - Current

Art Instructor

Town of Somers Recreation
06.2023 - 08.2023

Assistant Event Coordinator

Private Client
10.2022 - 07.2024

Click and Collect Shopper

Stop & Shop
08.2021 - 09.2022

Fulfillment Associate

Lowes Home Improvment
02.2021 - 06.2021

Fulfillment Associate

Target
10.2020 - 01.2021

Camp Counselor

Oasis Day Camp
07.2020 - 08.2020

Camp Counselor

Town of Somers Recreation
07.2019 - 08.2019

Counselor-in-Training

Rye Ymca
07.2018 - 08.2018

Leader in Training

Rye Ymca
07.2017 - 08.2017

High School Diploma -

Somers Senior High School

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