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Karen Weight

Kerikeri,NTL

Summary

Goal-oriented teacher assistant caring with students of different learning levels and backgrounds. Always ready to step in and positively impact student learning or teacher wellbeing with timely support. Reliable in maintaining orderly spaces and preparing daily materials.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Retail Worker

Unichem Pharmacy
2022.01 - Current
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Assisted customers with prompt and polite support in-person and via telephone.
  • Handled cash transactions accurately and efficiently while adhering to company loss prevention guidelines.
  • Worked closely with shift manager to solve problems and handle customer concerns.

Personal Caregiver

Self-employed
2020.09 - 2021.11
  • Managed household duties for clients, ensuring a clean and organized environment conducive to their wellbeing.
  • Guided patients to restroom to support bladder and bowel relief requirements.
  • Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
  • Implemented creative strategies to keep clients engaged in activities that promoted cognitive functioning and mental stimulation.

Personal Carer

Self-employed
2017.09 - 2020.06
  • Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
  • Assisted with meal planning, preparation, and feeding for balanced nutrition aligned with dietary restrictions or preferences.
  • Changed dressings, bandages, and binders to maintain proper healing and sanitary measures.
  • Provided transportation to medical appointments and social engagements, supporting patient independence and community involvement.

Teacher's Assistant

Dargaville High School
2015.02 - 2015.05
  • Provided instructional support to students unable to attend regular classes.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Presented wide range of information to students using hands-on instructional techniques for effective comprehension.
  • Studied and implemented latest information on specific subjects and learning strategies.

Hairstylist

Associates Hair Co.
2010.12 - 2014.08
  • Shampooed, conditioned, and rinsed guests' hair using salon-exclusive products while educating clients on product benefits to increase product sales.
  • Increased revenue through effective customer service and inventory management.
  • Actively promoted salon specials and discounts through social media channels to increase bookings and attract new clients.
  • Processed payments, entering sales in register for prompt customer service.

Hair Salon Owner

Associates Hair Co.
1999.03 - 2010.08
  • Determined appropriate hair treatments based on conditions and textures.
  • Suggested treatments and styles to suit customer appearance and fashion choices.
  • Evaluated employee performance through close observation and performance rubrics.
  • Boosted employee morale by implementing incentives programs and team-building activities.

Education

No Degree - Hair Design

Northland Polytech
Whangarei, NZ
02.1996

Skills

  • Merchandise Recommendations
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Special Order Coordination
  • Store Organization

Timeline

Retail Worker

Unichem Pharmacy
2022.01 - Current

Personal Caregiver

Self-employed
2020.09 - 2021.11

Personal Carer

Self-employed
2017.09 - 2020.06

Teacher's Assistant

Dargaville High School
2015.02 - 2015.05

Hairstylist

Associates Hair Co.
2010.12 - 2014.08

Hair Salon Owner

Associates Hair Co.
1999.03 - 2010.08

No Degree - Hair Design

Northland Polytech
Karen Weight