Sales Management
Resume:
Cara Dascenzo
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Summary
Early in my career I worked with the public in sales and management. Over the years I have
worked with different volunteer organizations and community organizations. For the last seven
years I have worked with the special education population in the public school system. I have
recently completed my degree in Human Service and Management and hope to apply my new
knowledge and work expertise to help others heal, grow and thrive.
Professional Experience
STRATFORD BOARD OF EDUCATION
Stratford, CT
Paraprofessional
/2005 to Current
2006
Initially worked with preschool students, in a integrated classroom environment to promote
growth for preschoolers with autism. Applied ABA techniques and developmental methods.
Currently working as resource aide supporting grades kindergarten to sixth grade for support of
Individual Education Plans (IEP) hours. Many types of academic subjects are covered to compile
with the need of each individual as stated in their individual education plans. Implementation of
interactive learning mediums to increase student understanding of course materials.
Collaboration with special education staff for the implementing of best practices for the needs of
each student.
Employed special educational strategies and techniques during instruction to improve the
development of
sensory/perceptual-motor skills, language, cognition, and memory.
Collaborated with special education teacher, school social worker, speech and language
pathologist and occupational therapist to provide a cohesive program for each students Individual
Education Plan.
Betsy's
Elm Street
New Canaan, CT. 06840
Store Manager
03/1995 to 08/2003
Responsibilities included all operational and sales goals for running a upscale women's
sportswear store. The small family franchise was based out of Marblehead Massachusetts. The
New Canaan store, one of six other stores, grossed an annual high capital of two million dollars
in an 800 square foot store. The sales increased by 40% in the eight years I managed. The
success was due to several outside factors but the target key was always a high level of customer
service. To not only provide a service but to be able to forecast future customer needs.
Management responsibilities included the hiring of staff, the management of payroll, inventory
levels, profit and loss, shipping and receiving, and promotions for events and in the community.
Relevant skill
My relevant skill set for this position is a combination of my career history in conjunction with
my recent education and degree in human service and management. To help individuals plan,
organize, and implement their desired goals while dealing with adverse situations. The ability to
change our lives and thrive takes the support and guidance of a few key individuals.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS: LIBERAL ARTS 1991
Centenary College, Hackettstown, NJ
Psychology background and courses.
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE: HUMAN SERVICE AND MANAGEMENT 2013
University of Phoenix, Phoenix, AZ
[3.71] GPA
Interests and skills
Microsoft Word, Power Point and Excel
Scout leader for both Girls Scout and Boy Scouts
STAR's volunteer (Stratford Dog Shelter)
President of the BSY swim team, parents club
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