Holly Taplin
Taupo,Acacia Bay
Summary
I am an organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Dance Teacher
Dance Central Taupo
01.2020 - Current
- Planned routines for recitals and performances.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Created healthy and safe learning environment for all students by implementing class rules and promoting mutual respect and gentle discipline.
- Planned, prepared, and delivered lesson plans introducing students to dance techniques and ballet positions.
- Utilized different styles of teaching to accommodate students of all capabilities.
- Promoted creative expression to encourage students to explore dance as art and self expression through movement.
- Motivated and encouraged students to practice dance routines to work toward set goals.
- Provided constructive corrections to encourage students to learn steps and improve dancing.
- Adhered to studio guidelines and legal requirements.
- Monitored student behavior to identify potential issues and address problems appropriately.
- Collaborated with colleagues to share ideas and resources to enhance student experience and success.
- Worked closely with students and parents to increase positive feedback from parents and boost overall student success.
Babysitter
Various
01.2019 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up play room.
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Assisted with meal preparation, light housekeeping and laundry to support family with additional chores.
- Guided school homework and read bedtime stories to support development.
- Administered medications, following strict instructions from parents and medical labels.
- Provided safe transportation to and from school and extracurricular activities.
- Monitored children's play activities to verify safety.
- Engaged with children on individual basis to build positive relationships.
- Encouraged children to be understanding and patient with others.
- Taught children basic life skills, manners and personal hygiene.
- Identified warning signs of emotional and developmental problems in children.
- Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.
Office Administrator / Driver Operator
Miers Contractors
10.2022 - 01.2023
- Maintained electronic and paper filing systems for easy retrieval of information.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping, and other administrative functions.
- Tracked office supplies and restocked low items to keep team members on-task and productive.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Reconciled account files and produced monthly reports.
- Assisted in preparation and processing of payroll to facilitate prompt staff payments.
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Used MYOB accounting system.
- Facilitated office productivity, coordinating personnel schedules, quality assurance and procedural improvements.
- Monitored and oversaw general cleaning of office in line with company cleanliness standards.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Followed all relevant traffic laws and safety regulations.
- Utilized GPS and other navigation tools to plan routes and stay on schedule.
- Maintained professional and friendly demeanor during deliveries to uphold company reputation.
- Followed proper safety procedures and protocols while loading, unloading and operating vehicles.
- Coordinated efficient routes to avoid delays and optimize schedules.
- Communicated with customers to provide delivery updates and confirm delivery locations.
- Communicated with dispatchers and other personnel to coordinate transportation schedules.
- Achieved consistent safety targets by adjusting driving to different road and traffic conditions, balancing loads, and avoiding dangerous driving actions.
- Communicated with passengers to provide information and assistance for excellent customer service and positive experiences.
- Followed Hazardous Materials Regulations (HMR) for transporting dangerous materials.
- Drove safely in various weather and road conditions to avoid accidents.
- Inspected vehicle before and after trips to identify maintenance needs and handle regular upkeep.
- Upheld high standards of professionalism and discretion when working with high-value clients.
Venue Assistant
Taupo District Council
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected facility daily for overall cleanliness and to check supply quantities for reordering and restocking.
- Supervised events from start to finish using effective crowd control methods.
- Implemented and enforced safety policies and procedures to manage risks and prevent accidents and mishaps.
- Managed multiple tasks simultaneously and completed all assigned duties each shift.
- Greeted customers with smile and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Sold admission, processed payments, and issued tickets.
- Provided guidance on seating and ticketing procedures to increase customer satisfaction.
- Provided information about current and future events at facility.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend and holiday shifts.
Cafe Worker
L'Arte Cafe
05.2019 - 02.2022
- Wiped, sanitized and maintained floors, facility, and equipment to adhere with company standards and procedures.
- Produced food and drink products adhering to company quality and quantity standards.
- Displayed calm and friendly demeanor when addressing and resolving customer issues and complaints.
- Fulfilled customer orders while complying with pricing, packaging, and weighing procedures.
- Monitored food temperatures to comply with safety regulations.
- Accurately operated cash register to process customer payments.
- Properly labeled and stored food and fresh ingredients in cooler or freezer to optimize freshness.
- Checked on dining areas frequently to clean up spills, wipe down tables and restock stations.
- Readied customers' take-out orders in secure bags with appropriate amounts of condiments, silverware and napkins.
- Documented customer orders and conveyed special requests to kitchen staff.
- Prepared recipe ingredients by washing, peeling, cutting, and measuring.
- Prepared salads, soups and sandwiches for customers.
- Brewed coffee and tea and changed out drink station syrups.
- Completed milkshakes and ice cream desserts for customers.
- Kept pastry and dessert case stocked with fresh selections and arranged to entice orders.
- Loaded dishwasher with china and thoroughly hand-washed dishes, pans and utensils to tidy up serving line.
- Promoted new products and price changes by creating and updating signage.
- Maintained compliance with company policies and procedures for food safety, sanitation, and quality.
- Addressed and resolved customer service issues to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
- Set and enforced performance and service standards to keep consistent, high-quality environment devoted to customer satisfaction.
- Trained and supervised new staff to enhance customer service skills and comply with food safety standards.
Education
High School Diploma -
Tauhara College
Taupo, NZ11.2023
Skills
- Strong Leadership Skills
- Choreography of Dance Routines
- Preparation Skills
- Student and Parent Relations
- Clear Communication
- Valid Driver's License
- Customer Service
- Time and Safety Management
- Recordkeeping and File Management
- Effective Written and Verbal Communication
- Strong work ethic
- Reliable
Accomplishments
- National solo champion for Dance NZ Made
- Passing 4 APDA Dance exams with honours with distinction
Hobbies
- National solo champion for Dance NZ Made
- Passing 4 APDA Dance exams with honours with distinction
- Dance
- Tamping
- Fishing
- Hunting
- Water Skiing
- Snow skiing
- Motor Cross
- Spending time with family and friends
- Learning new things.
Timeline
Office Administrator / Driver Operator
Miers Contractors
10.2022 - 01.2023
Venue Assistant
Taupo District Council
01.2022 - 12.2022
Dance Teacher
Dance Central Taupo
01.2020 - Current
Cafe Worker
L'Arte Cafe
05.2019 - 02.2022
Babysitter
Various
01.2019 - Current
High School Diploma -
Tauhara College
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