Karina Borisova
Elk Grove Village
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barista
Barnes & Noble
11.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality coffee beverages following established recipes and standards.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, enhancing operational efficiency.
- Provided exceptional customer service, ensuring positive dining experiences and repeat visits.
- Collaborated with team members to streamline order processing during peak hours, improving service speed.
Barista/Cashier
Playroom Cafe
03.2025 - 08.2025
- Coordinated and hosted in-store birthday parties, managing set-up, customer communication, and event flow to ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience
- Operate espresso machines, grinders, and POS systems with attention to efficiency and quality control
- Deliver consistent, friendly customer service while managing long lines and peak rush periods
- Handled booking, decorations, and special requests while maintaining brand standards and guest satisfaction
Assistant Teacher
Bulgarian School
05.2022 - 05.2025
- Supported classroom management strategies to maintain an effective learning environment.
- Assisted in lesson planning and execution to enhance student engagement and understanding.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Assisted lead teacher in providing individualized attention to students, resulting in improved academic performance.
- Kept records of student progress for teachers and parents and made notes on behavior, grades, comprehension, and personal growth.
Education
High School -
Elk Grove High School
Elk Grove, Illinois05.2026
Skills
- Bilingual in English & Bulgarian
- Analytical problem solving
- Emotional resilience
- Commitment to shared goals
- Strong organizational skills
- Organizational time strategies
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Team player
- Decision-making
Accomplishments
- Awarded AP Economics Certificate of Achievement - Social Studies / World Language Pride Panel (Grade 10)
- Awarded Metal for #2 Doubles 2nd Place in F/S Invite (Grade 9)
- Awarded Metal for #3 Doubles 2nd Place in JV Ram Invite (Grade 10)
- Awarded Metal for #4 Doubles 3rd Place Varsity Invite (Grade 12)
- Awarded Metal for #2 Doubles 1st Place Varsity Exhibition Invite (Grade 12)
Certification
- AP Economics, Certificate of Achievement Social Studies/World Language Panel - Grade 10
Languages
Bulgarian
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Barista
Barnes & Noble
11.2025 - Current
Barista/Cashier
Playroom Cafe
03.2025 - 08.2025
Assistant Teacher
Bulgarian School
05.2022 - 05.2025
High School -
Elk Grove High School