1. Carissa Davies
2 Drew St, Valley Stream NY, 11581ŸCarissamdavies@gmail.com
Work Experience
Thabo School Nong Khai, Thailand June 2014-Feb 2015
TEFL Teacher
- Created appropriate curriculums targeted at over 200 15-18 year old students of varied ability
- Kept large classrooms engaged with the use of activities and games
- Prepared my oldest students for their government (ONET) and college entry (GAT) exams
- Worked individually with those having difficulty, both throughout and after class, to review and reinforce material
- Maintained detailed attendance, classroom activity and grading records
-Conducted several English camps with 20 to 100 students that practiced English through fun and educational games
Armani Exchange New York, NY July 2013- June 2014
Sales Lead
- Ensured prompt and friendly customer service
- Consistently reached a set of monthly sales goals
- Replenished stock and maintained high visual standards of the sales floor
Knaphill Print Co. / Woking News & Mail Woking, UK May 2012-Aug 2012
Receptionist
-Answered and transferred incoming telephone calls to the appropriate location
-Greeted and directed guests in a friendly and professional manner
- Scheduled appointments and maintained a smooth running office environment
Clarks New York, NY Feb 2011-June 2012
Sales Associate
-Worked in a commission based position significantly improving my sales skills
-Served the specific needs of each individual customer
-Acquired and relayed a wealth of product knowledge
Internships & Academic Projects
Left Forum New York, NY Nov 2012- June 2013
Panel Outreach & Administration
-Developed and implemented an extensive outreach program to panel organizers, affiliated organizations, and the interested public
-Utilized the CiViCRM database to manage panelist, volunteer and attendee information
-Assisted in fundraising through both online and ground mail campaigns
-Managed on-site panel registration during the 3-day conference cycle
-Gained valuable experience in grass roots and volunteer based organizing
Model UN New York, NY Jan 2010- May 2010
Delegate of the Republic of Haiti
-Created a Small Island Nation Coalition at the National Conference to further Haiti’s interests through discussion and cooperation
- Enhanced my research skills through comprehensive pre-conference preparation
- Developed proofreading/editing skills with the drafting of resolutions.
- Honed public speaking skills through a series of meetings and presentations
Education
CUNY Hunter College New York, NY Sept 2010- Jan 2014
Bachelor of Arts: Double Major: Political Science & History
Concentration: Comparative Politics and International Development
Pace University New York, NY Sept 2010- May 2010
Major: Political Science
Skills
Excellent verbal and interpersonal communication
Lesson planning, classroom management and language development
Working and succeeding in a team oriented environment
Strong research, writing, and presentation skills
Multitasking in a fast paced work environment
* References available upon request