Avanni Licea-Gonzales
Midlothian
Summary
Highly motivated and dependable professional with a strong desire to take on new challenges and grow within a role. Demonstrates a strong work ethic, adaptability, and excellent interpersonal skills. Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision, while also collaborating effectively with others. Quick to learn new tasks and consistently strives to deliver high-quality results.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
2026
2026
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Markdown Associate
HomeGoods
Oak Lawn
12.2025 - Current
- Collaborated with team members to maintain accurate markdown product displays.
- Reviewed pricing strategies to ensure competitive positioning in the retail market.
- Assisted in processing markdowns for seasonal and clearance merchandise efficiently.
- Supported inventory management by tracking markdown items and ensuring proper placement.
- Monitored sales trends to identify opportunities for markdown adjustments and promotions.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area while adhering to company standards.
- Ticketed items with pricing and markdowns and restocked sales floor according to merchandising plan.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to inform product development decisions.
- Communicated regularly with vendors regarding product specifications, delivery schedules, and overall expectations related to the purchasing process during a discount period.
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
HomeGoods
Oak Lawn
12.2025 - Current
- Assisted customers with product selection and provided exceptional service.
- Operated cash register and processed customer transactions accurately.
- Maintained store cleanliness and organized merchandise displays effectively.
- Monitored sales floor for theft prevention and safety compliance.
- Participated in training sessions to improve product knowledge and skills.
- Greeted customers and provided excellent customer service.
- Processed payments with cash, credit and debit cards, checks, gift cards, and store credits.
- Handled returns and exchanges according to established policies.
- Answered phone calls promptly with a professional demeanor.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area throughout the shift.
- Counted money at the beginning and end of each shift to ensure accuracy of funds on hand.
- Performed general housekeeping duties such as sweeping floors, dusting shelves.
- Restocked supplies like paper bags, tissue paper as needed.
- Verified that all prices were accurate before ringing up purchases.
- Promoted loyalty programs to increase customer retention.
- Asked every single customer if interested in apply for our tjx card to help our business in sales.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish service goals.
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Midlothian park district
Midlothian
08.2025 - 11.2025
- Assisted lead teacher with daily classroom activities and lesson implementation.
- Supported children in developing social skills through guided interactions.
- Organized classroom materials and ensured a safe learning environment.
- Engaged with children during playtime to encourage creativity and teamwork.
- Helped prepare and serve snacks during designated meal times.
- Communicated with parents about children's progress and daily experiences.
- Participated in staff meetings to discuss curriculum and student needs.
- Instructed and assisted students during craft activities.
- Monitored students to observe behavior, enforce rules, and maintain safety.
- Supervised students outside classroom during recess, lunch, and breaks.
- Arranged classroom furniture and learning materials to keep areas neat.
- Assisted with implementation of approved lesson plans and daily classroom schedule.
- Identified early signs of emotional and developmental problems in children and brought up problems to parents.
- Organized student items by labeling and documenting collection.
Education
Bremen High School
Midlothian, ILSkills
- Pricing strategy
- Customer service
- Inventory management
- Retail operations
- Team collaboration
- Sales analysis
- Time management
- Conflict resolution
- Communication skills
- Creative thinking
- Sales control systems
- Sales forecasting
- Funds disbursement
- Business development
- Negotiation Strategy
- Competitive analysis
- Wholesale purchasing
- Pricing negotiation
- Time management abilities
- Negotiate prices
- Advertising planning
- Self motivation
- Product promotion
- Adaptability
- Task prioritization
Languages
English
Full Professional
Spanish
Limited
Timeline
Markdown Associate
HomeGoods
12.2025 - Current
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
HomeGoods
12.2025 - Current
Preschool Teacher's Aide
Midlothian park district
08.2025 - 11.2025
Bremen High School