Alexa Cress
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HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge of computer based programs such as PeopleSoft, SharePoint and Microsoft word
Relevant experience working in the student services office at NSCC as well as the library
Attained customer service skills to by interacting with a diverse group of individuals consisting of faculty, students and the general public
Established ability to work in a self-directed manner without the need for continuous supervision
Demonstrated strong work ethic and commitment to tasks while working in a team atmosphere
Able to communicate in French and English
Lived and worked abroad in both France in Australia
Skilled in using Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
EDUCATION
Mount Saint Vincent University (Distance) July 2016 – August 2017
Business Administration - Management
Institute of Integrative Nutrition (Online) January 2015 – December 2015
Registered Holistic Nutritionist
Nova Scotia Community College – Kentville, NS CANADA September 2012 – April 2014
Business Administration – Financial services
Université Sainte-Anne – Church Point, NS CANADA September 2011 – April 2012
French Immersion
EXPERIENCE
Lululemon – Halifax, NS October 2017 – Present
Seasonal Educator
Provides guests with world-class ‘education’ and guest experience in the areas of product, culture, and community by speaking authentically about product use through their own experiences
Communicates special features, benefits, fabric properties, usage, and best care instructions
Ensures guest is aware of in-store community bulletin board – for information and resources regarding yoga and other health, fitness and related community information
Fit4Less –Halifax, NS July 2016 – Present
Fitness Advisor
Approving procedures that were entered the day before including memberships, change forms and cancellations
Welcome new and existing clients to the gym
Handle complaints with courteous and professionalism
Adhere to and promote monthly marketing
Integrated Staffing – Halifax, NS June 2017 – Present
Staffing Coordinator June 2017 – September 2017
•Arrange and participate in interviews with hiring managers and employees
•Develop and place advertising for vacant positions
•Update and maintain candidate database.
•Ability to navigate under strict deadlines and manage assigned tasks
Au Pair – Paris, France & Sydney, Austrailia August 2014 – March 2016
Studied French on a weekly basis, interacting with locals and other au pairs
Responsible for caring, feeding and teaching English to the children
Driving, grocery shopping and preparing meals for the families on a daily basis
The Big Scoop Family Restaurant – Middleton, NS May 2012 – June 2016
Waitress/ Marketing Coordinator
Processed food orders and put them into the cash register to be sent to the cooks. Delivered the correct meals to the customers and followed up with their bill
Developed the physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
Creation of Business website and Facebook page
Nova Scotia Community College Student Services – Middleton, NS May 2014 - August 2014
Student Summer Assistant
In charge of communicating with incoming students and insuring they were prepared for the upcoming school year
Set up Get started events throughout the summer for students
Effectively mailed hard copy letters as well as e-mails weekly to students
Nova Scotia Community College Library – Kentville, NS October 2012 – April 2014
Library Assistant
Issued library cards to current students as well as the public
Checked materials in and out and correctly re-shelved them
Peer-Tutor October 2012 – February 2014
Explained in detail various concepts in easy-to-understand terms.
Coordinated multiple schedules in order to provide services to multiple students.
Land Registration & Deeds Government Office – Lawrencetown, NS July 2013 – August 2013
Student Administrative Assistant
Recorded the file numbers of the land plans at the registration office and correctly noted if they were missing or not
Opened, scanned and sorted mail that arrived at the Land registration office and re-mailed
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Paris Giveaway – Faire un difference February 2015
Collected second hand clothing and prepared sandwiches and hot beverages for the homeless of Paris.
Big Brother’s Big Sister’s Centennial Celebration September 2013
Organized events for children, such as the bounce kingdom, washer toss, and bingo
Lawrencetown Pool Supper June 2010, May 2012, April 2013
Collected money while the customers ordered their meals
Removed all of the chairs and tables away at the end of the supper
Middleton Minor Hockey January 2013
Prepared baked goods for hockey tournament
Greenwood Triathlon June 2009 & 2010
Direct the athletes through the course
Lawrencetown Figure Skating Club Winter 2005 – 2010
Taught the children how to perform the necessary routines
Gained leadership skills and having to direct the children
AWARD & ACHIEVEMENTS
Mutual Funds License 2014
Obtained B1 French Immersion certificate in Paris, France 2015
Completed Level 5 of French Immersion program at Sainte-Anne’s University 2012
Athlete of the year at BRHS 2010
Completed Camp Courage July 2010
Completed Bronze Star, Bronze Medallion, and Bronze Cross August 2007 2010