Karina Fox
Cambridge
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record at Leamington Primary School, excelling in organizational skills and team collaboration. Spearheaded cost-saving initiatives, reducing expenses significantly at Foxstop Plaster Service. Renowned for enhancing student engagement and boosting event attendance through innovative strategies. Expert in problem-solving and guiding students, demonstrating exceptional oral and written communication.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Librarian
Leamington Primary School
02.2024 - Current
- Catalogued and organized books, materials and other documents for proper library management.
- Researched and acquired new library materials to maintain updated library collection.
- Assisted students in locating and using library resources and assisted teachers with materials needed to enrich classroom instruction.
- Located requested books on shelves and in library database and fetched items for patrons.
- Collaborated with teachers and school administrators to develop library resources for students.
- Managed acquisition process for new materials, ensuring the library''s collection remained current and relevant.
- Researched, planned, and set up attractive and informative library exhibits.
- Streamlined library operations by implementing efficient circulation procedures and automated systems.
- Efficiently performed stocktaking tasks resulting in accurate inventory counts assisting the store''s overall operational success.
Learning Assistant
Leamington Primary School
01.2023 - 01.2024
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilising diverse teaching methods and incorporating real-world examples.
- Maximized the impact of individualised instruction, tailoring lessons to address specific strengths and weaknesses for each student.
- Participated in ongoing professional development workshops to remain current on best practices in teaching methodologies and emerging trends in education.
- Improved student retention rates by providing personalized support and implementing effective learning strategies.
- Promoted a positive learning environment through consistent reinforcement of classroom expectations and open communication with students.
- Managed challenging behavior effectively by establishing clear expectations, consistently enforcing consequences, and working closely with parentsguardians.
- Assisted in the development of innovative school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement levels.
- Supported special needs students with appropriate accommodations, ensuring equal access to educational opportunities for all learners.
- Coordinated with teachers to identify and support students with learning disabilities, tailoring approaches for effective education.
- Enhanced student engagement by developing interactive learning activities tailored to each lesson.
Buisness Partner
Foxstop Plaster Service
09.2010 - 01.2023
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives, resulting in significant reduction in operational expenses.
- Increased client satisfaction by streamlining business processes and implementing innovative solutions.
- Played a crucial role in company growth by identifying new market opportunities and developing comprehensive strategies.
- Managed cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality projects on time and within budget.
- Facilitated change management processes during organisational restructuring efforts, ensuring smooth transitions for affected employees.
- Optimized team performance by providing continuous feedback, coaching, and development opportunities.
- Championed diversity and inclusion efforts, fostering a positive work environment for all employees.
- Monitored accounts, ledgers and reporting systems to comply with regulatory requirements and corporate policy standards.
- Maintained internal control safeguards for receipt of revenue, costs and organizational budgets and actual expenditures
- Mentored junior staff members, equipping them with the skills needed to excel in their roles.
- Oversaw the firm's day-to-day administrative operations, provided guidance to support staff, and enforced compliance with local regulations across the organization.
- Collaborated with colleagues and support staff to maximize team efficiency.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
Functions Coordinator & Advertising Manager
Lighthouse Cinema Petone
02.2007 - 02.2009
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking, and event promotions.
- Delivered exceptional customer service to attendees, addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
- Ensured smooth event transition with thorough pre-event walkthroughs and detailed day-of coordination efforts.
- Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing engaging event agendas.
- Boosted event attendance by implementing targeted marketing strategies and promotional campaigns.
- Selected and ordered refreshments, decor and event materials.
- Maintained strict safety protocols at all times, mitigating potential risks to attendees during large-scale gatherings.
- Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.
- Boosted brand awareness by creating and executing innovative marketing campaigns.
- Worked with marketing department to create targeted advertising strategies for key customer demographics.
Education
SIXTH FORM CERTIFICATE -
Fraser High School
Hamilton, WKOSkills
- Organizational skills
- Strong oral and written communication skills
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving skills
- Works well independently
- Guiding students
Timeline
Librarian
Leamington Primary School
02.2024 - Current
Learning Assistant
Leamington Primary School
01.2023 - 01.2024
Buisness Partner
Foxstop Plaster Service
09.2010 - 01.2023
Functions Coordinator & Advertising Manager
Lighthouse Cinema Petone
02.2007 - 02.2009
SIXTH FORM CERTIFICATE -
Fraser High School
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