Ally Griffiths
Summary
To seek and maintain an education related position that offers professional challenges where I can utilise interpersonal, time management and problem-solving skills. Specifically a role that allows me to assist students in achieving their goals and improve students overall education experience.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Worker
Cotton On Mega
Ringwood, VIC
11.2021 - Current
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of store sales, new products, payment policies and security standards.
- Act as team leader during late night shifts, delegating tasks, providing feedback, training new employees and organising breaks.
- Use strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions during challenging situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Working closely with store and department managers to ensure expectations met, build rapport and handle customer concerns.
Barista
Miss Peppercorn Cafe
Blackburn, VIC
02.2021 - 11.2021
- Promoted an inviting atmosphere by greeting all customers, welcoming back regulars and attending to specific requests.
- Contributed to a positive team environment through effective communication and collaboration with colleagues.
- Helped management keep adequate supply on hand by notifying of shortages.
- Showcased versatility by assisting in other areas of cafe as needed, including back of house cleaning, opening duties or table service when required.
Cafe Server
Hahndorf's Fine Chocolates
Forest Hill, VIC
05.2015 - 10.2019
- Promoted to shift supervisor/ second in-charge, led to increased responsibility and hours, contacting suppliers, and leading the team.
- Trained new employees, providing positive reinforcement, support and business knowledge.
- Carried out opening, closing and shift change procedures.
- Displayed exceptional organisation, and strong work ethic with an eye for detail.
Education
Victorian Certificate of Education -
East Doncaster Secondary College
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) -
Deakin University
Melbourne, VICSkills
- Patient and Empathetic
- Reliable and Responsible
- Team Cooperation
- Conflict resolution techniques
- Honest and Dependable
- Decision-Making
- Team Leadership
- Speech Clarity
- Creative Thinking
- Excellent Written and Verbal Communication
Certification
Working with Children check - expiry 2028
References
Maxine O'Brien
Ladies and Men's Department Manager - Cotton On Mega Eastland
0401723267
maxine.obrien@cottonon.com.au
Mie-Mie Lee - Placement Mentor Teacher
Foundation Classroom Teacher - Box Hill North Primary School
0402658271
mie-mie.lee@education.vic.gov.au
Maddie Fall - Education Support at Placement
Education Support - Box Hill North Primary School
0481098303
maddiekfall@icloud.com
Beth MacGibbon
0412438517
beth.macgibbon@edcuation.vic.gov.au
Timeline
Retail Worker
Cotton On Mega
11.2021 - Current
Barista
Miss Peppercorn Cafe
02.2021 - 11.2021
Cafe Server
Hahndorf's Fine Chocolates
05.2015 - 10.2019
Victorian Certificate of Education -
East Doncaster Secondary College
Bachelor of Teaching (Primary) -
Deakin University