Communication skills, leadership skills, organizational skills

Nandi Clarke

**** ****** * * Brooklyn NY ***** * 347-***-****/347-***-****

Objective: To broaden my knowledge while utilizing the skills I possess to grow both professionally and

personally.

EXPEREINCE

10/2010-06/2011 Jumpstart/ Student Development Jamaica, NY

Jumpstart Corps Member

Participated as an AmeriCorps member in an award-winning network of volunteers who provide individualized attention and positive adult-child relationships to prepare children attending preschool in low-income neighborhoods for school success.

Implemented early childhood curriculum, supported family involvement, promoted children’s language and literacy skills through ongoing relationships with 3 partner children, and increased adult support in the learning environment.

Collaborated with a team of 6 Corps members to plan twice weekly in-classroom activities for a class 19 preschool children.

Received intensive training and professional development in early childhood theory and practice, language and literacy development, leadership skills, and communication with families.

01/2011-05/2011 Aviation Institute, York College Jamaica, NY

Assistant to the Director (Internship)

Assisted with the development of the Aviation Institute’s website and the creation of the Annual Report.

Communicated with experts in the field to speak to classes.

Helped with the development of the Student Handbook.

Created proposals, presentations, as well as put together documents and other paper work needed.

Represented the institute at conferences and events.

Coordinated with my associates to get projects done and deadlines met.

07/2009-08/2010 Macy’s Department Store Brooklyn, NY

04/2007-01/2009 Sales Associate

Managed cash register, cash transactions, credit account and performed customer service.

Cleaned and maintained assigned department as well as organize the merchandise.

Worked with colleagues in floor moves, display maintenance, store front pricing, labeling and promotions.

Responsible for inventory and merchandise restocking.

Assisted new employees with the understanding and workings of their position and needs for the assigned department.

01/2009-06/2009 Holiday Inn at La Guardia Queens, NY

Assistant to the General Manager (Internship)

Helped with the organization of company files.

Assisted the Director of Sales with the planning for events.

Assisted with preparation for staff and guest meetings.

Assisted housekeeping with daily duties.

Worked with the front desk to complete daily task.

Assisted with market research and public relations.

07/2004-07/2005 3D Photo Magic Brooklyn, NY

Sales Associate

Answered telephones, took messages and provided general information to customers.

Managed photo machine, the cash register and monetary transactions.

Performed customer service, as well as take and process customers’ orders.

Took inventory and maintained work place.

Helped with product promotion and pricing.

EDUCATION

09/2009-06/2011 York College Jamaica, NY

Graduated with B.S. in Aviation Management.

Awarded the National Excellence in Leadership Award

President of Women in Aviation, York Chapter

09/2007-06/2009 La Guardia Community College Long Island City, NY

Graduated with A.A.S. in Business Administration

Dean’s List Spring ‘08

Honor Student ‘08

ASAP Achievement Award ‘08

09/2002-06/2005 Prospect Heights High School Brooklyn, NY

Graduated with Advanced Regents High School Diploma

SKILLS

MS Office and computer skills, Communication skills, People skills, Creative skills, type 25 wpm, organizational skills, taking the initiative and being proactive.

REFERENCES

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