Valerie Alpizar
Palm Harbor,FL
Summary
Dedicated and hardworking individual with experience in sales, childcare, and community service. As a Sales Associate, I have developed strong customer service skills, product knowledge, and the ability to resolve concerns while driving sales. I excel at building relationships and working collaboratively in team environments. In addition to sales, I have hands-on experience as a Babysitter, ensuring children's safety, engagement, and well-being through age-appropriate activities. I am responsible, energetic, and committed to creating a positive and supportive environment for children. Beyond work, I am a passionate Volunteer involved in various community initiatives. I enjoy giving back, tackling challenges, and utilizing local resources to make a meaningful impact. Whether assisting customers, caring for children, or supporting my community, I bring enthusiasm, reliability, and a strong work ethic to every role.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Associate
Five Below
Oldsmar, FL
12.2024 - 01.2025
- Restocked shelves as needed to ensure sufficient inventory levels.
- Organized store by returning merchandise to proper areas and restocked displays.
- Collected payments and provided accurate change.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to company policies.
- Handled customer complaints in a professional manner.
- Watched for and recognized security risks and thefts to prevent or handle situations.
- Cleaned shelves, counters and tables to maintain organized store.
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
- Worked with fellow sales team members to achieve group targets.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Opened and closed cash registers by counting money, separating charge slips and balancing drawers.
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Babysitter
Family Members
Bridgewater, NJ
09.2021 - 10.2023
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and daily activities.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Created safe environment for children by removing hazards and developing appropriate boundaries and rules.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Instructed and assisted children in eating, toileting, and resting to help develop healthy personal habits.
- Instructing children in basic hygiene practices such as brushing teeth or washing hands.
- Ensured physical and social well-being of each child.
- Met and communicated regularly with parents to discuss children's activities and development.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
- Minimized TV and mobile device time by engaging children with games and physical books.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home from work and providing updates on the day's events.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
Education
High School Diploma -
Palm Harbor University High School
Palm Harbor, FLSkills
- Problem-solving skills
- Cash handling accuracy
- Cash register operation
- Calm demeanor
- Conflict resolution
- Fraud detection
- Verbal/written communication
- Product sales
- Retail store operations
- Multi-tasking strength
- Customer engagement
- Customer service
- Cash handling
- Superb time management
- Inventory tracking
- Listening skills
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Energetic self-starter
- Emotional intelligence
- Store opening and closing
- Time management
- Friendly and outgoing
- Bilingual
- Class leadership
- Collaboration, team building, communication
- Organizational skills
- Able to work under pressure
- Analytical Skills
- Computer Skills
- Volunteering
- Camp Counseling
- Housekeeping
- Nurturing environment creation
Accomplishments
- National Honor Society
- Dean's List (awarded 3 times)
- Honor Roll (awarded 4 times)
- Middle School Diploma
- Student of the Month (awarded 7 times)
- Certificate of Completion Seminary (3 years)
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Native/ Bilingual
Certification
- CPR Ceritfication
Affiliations
- Choir/Singing
- Theatre
-Working Out
-Organizing/Decorating/Cleaning
-Running
-Voluteering
Timeline
Sales Associate
Five Below
12.2024 - 01.2025
Babysitter
Family Members
09.2021 - 10.2023
High School Diploma -
Palm Harbor University High School
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