Paula Tom
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About
I am passionate about architecture, design, teaching and everything to do with computers in those realms. My advanced computer skills are in using AutoCAD, SketchUp and 20-20 Design along with Windows 7 or 8 and MS Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook as well as QuickBooks Pro. I also really enjoy getting my hands on a new program and learning everything about it. And I love being able to teach others the same skills.
I absolutely love teaching and working with students. It's wonderful to be able to give back to a new generation of students and make a difference in their lives and careers. I am continually learning effective ways of teaching and furthering my own education in order to keep up with the fast pace of technology.
My career goals outside of teaching are to continue expanding my experience and knowledge in the design field by working at a company/facility that is as passionate about architecture and/or design as I am. My ideal job would be contributing to a company's or facility's success by working with others, creating new projects or editing current projects with AutoCAD, SketchUp and/or 2020 Design. I want to work where I can utilizes my computer skills and my eye for color and design, working for a company where creative design meets construction; from field measuring to drafting and hand sketching to computer rendering.
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Education
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Bachelor's Interior Design/ArchitectureBaker College of Auburn Hills2009 - 2012Magna Cum Laude
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Associate's Applied Science, Interior DesignBaker College of Auburn Hills2006 - 2009Magna Cum Laude
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Experience
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Adjunct InstructorBaker CollegeApr 2014 - Present (10 years 7 months)• Instruction and education of college students in interior design and architectural classes including:
o 3-D Modeling – in which students learn to construct a scaled model of a residence or commercial building in both physical and digital formats (using SketchUp);
o Computer Aided Architectural Drawing – in which students learn to use AutoCAD to draft construction documents;
o 20-20 Design – in which students learn to design kitchens and baths using the most widely used kitchen and bath software -
Administrative AssistantAdvanced Cabinetry Inc.Jun 2012 - Jun 2013 (1 year)• Management of accounts payable/receivable; new employee paperwork and training; organizing shipping and receiving dates; maintaining and ordering inventory
• Use of 20-20 Design software to design kitchen and bath layouts for a housing project in downtown Auburn Hills. -
Design AssistantFancy Home Interiors and DecoratingJan 2012 - Jun 2012 (5 months)• Locating appropriate samples (wallpaper/paint, fabric, lighting, furniture, artwork etc.) to present to clients for the purpose of redesigning space(s) in their home.
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Showroom Assistant - SubcontractedKravetNov 2011 - Jan 2012 (2 months)• Inventory management; scanning fabrics, rugs, wall coverings and trims into system to record accurate stock location and quantity
• Maintain product display appearance
• Work with computer system to track discontinued fabrics and other products to keep displays and memo room up to date -
Home Furnishing ConsultantArt Van FurnitureSep 2010 - Sep 2011 (1 year)•Collaborated with clients to develop understanding of furnishing needs and assisted with finding products to exceed client expectations
•Achieved sales goals set by management to contribute to store goals
•Specialized in upholstery, casegoods and mattress products
•Worked with client color samples and matched products to fit current or envisioned design
•Ability to communicate with client, understand needs and wants, and effectively deliver results consistent with client requests
•Coordinated special orders for clients and advised on product finishes, ideal look, design, fabrics, color, and space planning -
Sales AssociateThe Great IndoorsOct 2009 - Sep 2010 (11 months)•Worked with client fabric samples to match products to achieve desired look
•Fully explained products and service of store
•Educated clients on products such as how to hang window treatments, measurement requirements, and how to successfully get desired results
•Specialized in drapery, window treatments, bed and bath accessories, and casegoods furniture
•Set up product displays according to planograms set by corporate as well as creating displays to showcase products for optimal presentation
•Maintained awareness of inventory to ensure products were accessible to customers
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Internship (150 hours) - Sample LibrarianRozmallinSep 2009 - Jan 2010 (4 months)•Maintaining inventory of all fabric, trim, and wallpaper samples
•Responded to, handled and resolved client inquiries
•Provided clients with product and service information
•Processed orders for fabric samples
•Built product displays according to planogram specifications -
Assistant ManagerDomino's PizzaMar 2008 - May 2009 (1 year 2 months)•Maintained fast, accurate service, positive guest relations, and ensured products were consistent with quality standards
•Anticipated and identified problems and recommended appropriate corrective actions
•Trained and managed crew/employees in a manner that maximizes retention
•Managed food, labor, material costs, and other controllable expenses
•Monitored inventory levels through ordering to ensure product availability
•Interviewed and recommended applicants for selection in hiring
•Ensured food safety procedures were executed according to policy and health/sanitation regulations
•Executed policies and procedures for the control of cash, property, product, and equipment -
Server/CashierLeo's Coney IslandNov 2004 - Mar 2008 (3 years 4 months)•Greeted guests in a friendly and timely manner once guest had been seated
•Made sure all final tabs were correct before presenting check to guest
•Gave menu and dessert presentation at each assigned table
•Accurately took guest(s) order and entered orders using computerized system
•Answered guest questions regarding food items, beverages, and special promotions
•Made sure meals/entrees were complete and delivered to guest(s) in a timely manner
•Provided excellent service throughout the guests dining experience
•Ability to prevent and resolve guest complaints
•Delivered exceptional customer service by greeting customers and completing their transactions
•Knowledgeable and enthusiastic about the restaurant's menu and products
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Awards
Bachelor Degree
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Elsewhere on the Web
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On Coroflot@paulatom, member since 2009
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