- Crafting and DIY Projects
- Creating digital artwork using software like Photoshop, Illustrator, or Procreate
- Music
- Acting and Theater
- Cooking
- Baking
- I enjoy cooking for friends and family gatherings
Elizabeth Parsons
Rapid City
Summary
Offering strong communication and organizational skills, eager to learn and develop in any environment. Delivers ability to quickly grasp new systems and procedures while maintaining attention to detail.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Cashier
Safeway
Rapid City, SD/ Spearfish, SD
05.2024 - Current
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Assisted customers with returns, refunds and resolving transaction issues.
- Counted money in cash drawers at beginning and end of shifts to maintain accuracy.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Assisted customers with inquiries and provided exceptional service, resulting in positive feedback from shoppers.
- Answered questions about store policies and addressed customer concerns.
- Contributed to store success by maintaining high standards of cleanliness throughout the facility.
Sales Associate
Daily Thread
Rapid City, SD
12.2023 - 06.2024
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Educated clients on current promotional offerings and products using persuasive selling tactics.
- Achieved monthly sales targets consistently by implementing effective sales strategies and maintaining a high level of product knowledge.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
- Answered customer questions about sizing, accessories, and merchandise care.
- Accurately processed POS transactions, returning coin, currency, payment cards, and receipts to customers.
Preschool Aide
The YMCA of Rapid City
Rapid City, SD
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Organized classroom materials efficiently, ensuring smooth transitions between activities.
- Maintained a safe and nurturing environment for preschoolers, fostering their growth and wellbeing.
- Contributed to a positive classroom culture by modeling respect, empathy, and cooperation among students.
- Promoted language development through storytelling, songs, and engaging conversations with children.
- Supported children''s social and emotional development through positive reinforcement and individualized attention.
- Facilitated outdoor playtime safely while encouraging physical activity and teamwork among students.
- Implemented creative strategies for conflict resolution among peers, promoting healthy communication skills.
- Collaborated with colleagues on planning themed events to enrich students'' educational experiences.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, health information, and incident reports to ensure adherence to school policies and regulations.
- Organized snack time and nap hours.
- Maintained classrooms by disinfecting and sterilizing surfaces and toys.
Education
Elementary Education
Black Hills State University
Spearfish, SD01-2028
High School Diploma -
Central High School
Rapid City, SD05-2023
Skills
- Customer service and assistance
- ID verification
- Attention to detail
- Work ethic and integrity
- Patience and empathy
- Cleaning and sanitizing
- Team collaboration
- Cash register operation
- Written and verbal communication
- Payment processing
- Product restocking
- Conflict resolution
- Time management skills
- Reliability and punctuality
- Refunds and exchanges
- POS system operations
- Critical thinking
- Growth mindset
- Learning strategies
Interests
Timeline
Cashier
Safeway
05.2024 - Current
Sales Associate
Daily Thread
12.2023 - 06.2024
Preschool Aide
The YMCA of Rapid City
05.2022 - 08.2023
Elementary Education
Black Hills State University
High School Diploma -
Central High School