Kasia Stewart

Luxury retail and antiques professional with experience in jewelry sales, customer service, and antique valuation. Passionate about fine jewelry and collectibles, with experience traveling for jewelry shows and creating warm, trustworthy client experiences. Known for strong communication, attention to detail, adaptability, and building genuine customer relationships.

Fine Jewelry Sales Associate at Valentine's Jewelry (2025-08 – Present)

• Create personalized luxury shopping experiences while assisting customers with fine jewelry purchases and permanent jewelry services
• Build strong client relationships through attentive service, professionalism, and product knowledge
• Travel out of state for jewelry shows and special events while representing the company in a polished and professional manner
• Assist with merchandising and jewelry displays to create visually appealing presentations for customers
• Support daily store operations through opening and closing procedures, inventory organization, and event setup
• Help customers feel confident in their purchases through styling guidance and thoughtful communication

Pre K Assistant Teacher at Building Blocks Learning Center (2023-02 – 2025-07)

• Collaborated with lead teachers to create engaging lesson plans and educational activities for young children
• Built positive relationships with parents through friendly and professional communication
• Supervised indoor and outdoor activities while maintaining a safe and organized classroom environment
• Assisted with meal times, nap schedules, and classroom routines while managing multiple responsibilities efficiently
• Developed creative crafts and activities that encouraged participation and social development
• Strengthened communication, patience, organization, and multitasking skills in a fast paced environment

Assistant at Dale Myers Antique Shop (2019-02 – 2022-08)

• Managed daily store operations including opening and closing procedures, team supervision, and customer service
• Attended estate sales, house sales, and auctions to source antiques and collectible items for resale
• Researched antiques and collectibles to assess authenticity, historical significance, and market value
• Assisted in pricing antiques using research, market trends, and item condition evaluations
• Recruited and coordinated vendors for biannual Hayfield antique sales events with over 50 participating vendors
• Oversaw vendor operations during events to ensure organization, professionalism, and positive customer experiences
• Maintained sales records and tracked event performance using Microsoft Excel

Sales associate at Dale Myers Antique Shop (2017-03 – 2019-02)

• Delivered welcoming and knowledgeable customer service in a busy antique retail environment
• Assisted customers with questions regarding antiques, collectibles, and item history
• Operated cash register and handled transactions accurately and efficiently
• Managed incoming phone calls and assisted with customer inquiries
• Helped create a warm and inviting shopping experience through communication and product knowledge

Early Childhood Education – Luzerne County Community College