Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
Timeline
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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
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
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
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, VIC

Skills

  • 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
Ally Griffiths