Veronica Garza
Palos Hills,IL
Summary
Motivated Summer Camp Counselor promoting two years of experience helping children to develop life skills while building relationships and having fun. Compassionate individual known for communicating well with others, problem solving and managing time. Before working with children, I was dedicated to Mariano's Grocery Store as a Front End Cashier with two years of experience collecting customer payments. Accurately calculating cash, detecting counterfeit bills and making changes. Detailed and speedy when balancing cash drawer. Excellent mathematical abilities. Being a qualified Facility Manager as well brings background in managing and maintaining facility operations. Offers strong safety record and attention to detail. Methodical about checking work and correcting concerns.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Facility Manager
Hickory Hills Park District
Hickory Hills, IL
10.2021 - Current
- Oversaw finances and made recommendations to reach or exceed budget in unforeseen circumstances.
- Tracked and documented operational and financial records.
- Maintained facility grounds, equipment and safety compliance.
- Prepared reports and other documents with accuracy.
Summer Camp Counselor
City Of Palos Hills
Palos Hills, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Implemented camp activities fostering physical, social and emotional growth.
- Cared for personal and health needs of disabled campers.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and safety.
- Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to campers.
Youth Soccer Coach
Lil' Kickers & Skills Institute - LKSOCCER.COM
McCook, IL
08.2021 - 06.2022
- Promoted love of game by assisting players with understanding positioning, play techniques and teamwork strategies.
- Improved player behavior through modeling and disciplinary interventions.
- Developed and implemented team rules.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Maintained equipment, facilities and inventory to avoid accidents, mishaps and damage.
Before and After School Counselor
Hickory Hills Park District
Hickory Hills, IL
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Worked with individuals to help understand and overcome personal, social or behavioral problems affecting educational or vocational situations.
- Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
- Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counseling to students with academic or personal concerns.
- Collaborated with parents, school faculty and social workers to address problems and grow student success.
- Prepared students for later educational experiences by encouraging exploration of learning opportunities and perseverance through challenging tasks.
Cashier
Marianos
Western Springs , IL
08.2019 - 05.2021
- Operated cash register for cash, check and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.
- Maintained current knowledge of store promotions and highlighted sales to customers.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored self-checkout systems and provided assistance or intervention where required.
- Learned Floral and Grocery positions and provided backup at key times.
Education
No Degree - Undecided
Moraine Valley Community College
Palos Hills, ILHigh School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
Palos Hills, IL05.2021
Skills
- Inquiry Requests
- Goal Management
- Service Planning
- Operational Efficiency and Safety
- Money Management
- Employee Paperwork
- Job Assignments
- Healthcare Regulations
- Activity Planning and Coordination
- Recreational Program Planning
- Costumer Service
Timeline
Facility Manager
Hickory Hills Park District
10.2021 - Current
Before and After School Counselor
Hickory Hills Park District
10.2021 - 05.2022
Youth Soccer Coach
Lil' Kickers & Skills Institute - LKSOCCER.COM
08.2021 - 06.2022
Summer Camp Counselor
City Of Palos Hills
06.2021 - Current
Cashier
Marianos
08.2019 - 05.2021
No Degree - Undecided
Moraine Valley Community College
High School Diploma -
Amos Alonzo Stagg High School
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