Cara Ivy
Meridian,MS
Summary
Recent graduate with a strong knowledge base and practical experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates exceptional teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Ready to launch a career and make a significant contribution with unwavering commitment and determination.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Dillards
01.2023 - Current
- Checked pricing, scanned items, applied discounts, and printed receipts to ring up customers.
- Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
- Trained new associates on cash register operations, conducting customer transactions, and balancing drawer.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Monitored sales floor and merchandise displays for presentable condition, taking corrective action such as restocking or reorganizing products.
Teacher Intern
Forest High School
01.2023 - Current
- Familiarized students with basic concepts of music such as notes, tempo, symphony, beats, compositions, and chords.
- Planned and executed targeted lesson plans to instruct on music theory, music history, and performance etiquette.
- Assessed student performance and provided constructive feedback to guide progress.
- Managed classroom behavior to establish and maintain clear classroom behavior and discipline expectations.
- Fostered love for art and learning to inspire students to pursue passions and interests.
Assistant
Newton County High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Monitored student progress based on detailed weekly lesson plans and assessments.
- Managed variety of technical equipment used in performances.
- Directed groups at rehearsals and live or recorded performances to achieve desired effects such as tonal and harmonic balance dynamics, rhythm, and tempo.
- Attended regular practices and private lessons to hone skills.
Restaurant Team Member
Raising Canes
01.2021 - 12.2021
- Trained new employees by demonstrating tasks and coaching during daily activities.
- Operated register to process payments and collect cash payment for order totals.
- Greeted guests pleasantly and answered menu questions.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Mississippi State University
Mississippi05.2023
Skills
- Strong Communication Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- Proficient in Independent Work
- Collaborative Team Player
- Experienced in Prioritizing Heavy Workloads
- Strong Work Ethic
- Prompt Task Fulfillment
- Sales Target Accomplishment
- Skilled Oboe Musician
- Targeted Product Recommendations
- Client Support
Notable Accomplishments
- Mississippi State University Dean's List
- First chair Wind Ensemble B - Oboe & English Horn
- Awarded John Philip Sousa Award
- First chair oboist in High School
Timeline
Sales Associate
Dillards
01.2023 - Current
Teacher Intern
Forest High School
01.2023 - Current
Assistant
Newton County High School
01.2022 - 12.2022
Restaurant Team Member
Raising Canes
01.2021 - 12.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Music Education
Mississippi State University
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