Jen Hollingsworth Wilcox
Abingdon,MD
Summary
As a Tai Chi instructor, it is an honor to share the fascinating world of internal martial arts styles from northern and southern China. Offering 10 years of experience in internal martial arts, 14 years of ballet training, 8 years of aerial acrobatics training and instruction, 4 years of Taekwondo and Karate training, and 1 year of Wing Chun, it is exciting to offer a unique and diverse approach to learning from a variety of different mind/body disciplines. With a lifetime certification from the American Sports and Fitness association as a Tai Chi Instructor, knowledgeable in several traditional internal forms, well read in the area of theory and history, as well as experience teaching both young and young at heart, dedicated to sharing the scientifically proven health benefits including improved coordination and balance, improved cognitive functioning, reduced pain, increased strength and flexibility, and increased energy level.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
ASFA Certified Tai Chi Instructor
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
- Lifetime Certified Tai Chi Instructor from the American Sports and Fitness Association (www.americansportsandfitness.com)
- Created lesson plans, warm up exercises, floor exercises, Qigong exercises, and short, digestible Chen Tai Chi form segments to teach traditional forms to both beginner and advanced practitioners.
- Designed and authored "Cheat Sheets" to help practitioners remember postures and practice between classes as well as to teach names of movements for enriched cultural experience.
- Created music playlist to enrich and enhance cultural and psychological experience and to motivate and inspire during difficult exercises.
Delivery Associate
Amazon Via Tokeyi Logistics LLC
01.2023 - Current
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Delivered upwards of 160 stops per shift with multi-stops within given time allotment with 100% accuracy and zero violations.
- Consistently earned 13+ Positive Feedback hits from customers from Amazon customer feedback system including "Thank my Driver", "Above and Beyond", and "Followed Instructions" as well as straight "Fantastic" scores on Amazon specific driver monitoring systems.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills with Supervisors, Dispatchers, other Delivery Associates and Warehouse Associates, maintaining calm demeanor and solution focused attitude in stressful circumstances and events.
- Contributed to positive work environment by supporting colleagues and fostering teamwork in meeting company objectives by working extra hours and rescuing newer drivers with difficult routes.
- Kept detailed records of completed or in-progress deliveries using hand-held devices and camera images.
- Resolved customer inquiries promptly, directing them to appropriate department when necessary.
- Established lasting relationships with customers by delivering packages on time, interacting professionally, and responding promptly to questions.
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
11.2021 - 01.2023
- Won several productivity competitions, prizes, and received recognition and privileges for being among fastest and most productive in department.
- Demonstrated self-motivation by regularly cleaning and organizing workspaces for entire team to facilitate faster and more efficient workflow.
- Displayed adaptability by taking on various roles within warehouse as needed, including packing, inducting, and sorting, and was among fastest and most accurate at each discipline.
- Contributed to positive work environment during required overtime at holiday peak seasons to accommodate increased work demands by encouraging and motivating teammates to push through fatigue and long hours.
- Improved warehouse efficiency by streamlining workflow with thoughtful preparation and inventory stocking.
- Demonstrated positive, solution-oriented communication skills between warehouse associates, supervisors and managers, addressing concerns proactively to prevent delays or bottlenecks in operations.
- Worked safely around moving machinery, reported issues immediately, proactively sought help and problem solved when possible, or found maintenance associates to fix problem freeing managers to tend to other important tasks.
Milieu Counselor
Mount Saint Vincent Home
08.2006 - 01.2011
- Assisted children aged 6-12 in daily activities including personal hygiene, meals, medication, and indoor and outdoor unit activities.
- Participated in therapist and staff led meditation and emotion regulation exercises.
- Assisted staff and therapists in crisis management and de-escalation of clients in emotional distress.
- Established rapport and trust with clients, fostering safe space for open communication, life skills, and personal growth.
- Empowered clients through goal setting exercises, supporting them in achievable milestones towards mental health recovery.
- Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
- Provided structured recreational activities that supported social skill development while maintaining positive therapeutic environment for clients.
Aerial Dance Coach, Instructor, and Performer
Sub Contractor
08.2002 - 01.2011
- Maintained safe learning environment by observing school and aerial specific safety rules and regulations.
- Taught aerial acrobatics classes structured and formatted to include aerial specific strength and conditioning exercises, injury prevention warmups, and post workout cooldowns.
- Demonstrated proper techniques, guided aerialists through progressive school curriculum to develop athletic and aerial specific proficiency, supervised and coached during dangerous drops and falls, assisted up and coming performers prepare for gigs, shows, and competitions.
- Choreographed and prepared acts for shows both professional and amateur, performing extensively in a variety of exciting venues.
- Assisted with care and maintenance of aerial apparatuses, preparing and cleaning gym before and after classes, and ensuring secure and safe storage of apparatuses between classes.
- Assisted with roster, liability wavers, and general bookkeeping for school director.
- Participated in development of school curriculum, contributing knowledge and experience to maximize effectiveness and create consistency and adaptability.
- Encouraged students to push through difficulties, draw on inherent strengths and abilities, and believe in themselves.
Education
N/A - Martial Arts
YMAA (Yang Martial Arts Association)
Boston, MAN/A - Taichi
Dao Universe Academy
Oregon USAN/A - Taichi
Tai Chi For Health And Vitality
Bellingham WashingtonN/A - Taichi, Kung Fu, Bagua, Qigong
Bob Cook Tai Chi
Paonia, ColoradoMaster of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University
Denver, ColoradoBachelor of Arts - Music, Violin Performance
University of Colorado
Boulder, Colorado05.2001
Skills
- Develop lesson plans to suit clients needs
- Guidance in Qigong and enhanced breathing techniques
- Lead critical warm up exercises for injury prevention
- Develop drills and exercises for difficult Tai Chi sequences within forms
- Teach smaller segments of Taichi forms that are easier to grasp
- Modify techniques to accommodate injuries and mobility limitations, or to create more challenging exercises for those that want it
- Able to adapt to different age groups, fitness levels, body types, and health situations
- Culturally competent with respect and sensitivity to religious beliefs and convictions, diverse ethnic backgrounds, and lifestyles
- Able to inspire students to believe in themselves and press forward
- In-depth knowledge of Tai Chi history, Tai Chi and Qigong theory, and Daoist philosophy
- Basic knowledge of Traditional Chinese Medicine, I-Ching, and Bagua theory
Timeline
ASFA Certified Tai Chi Instructor
Self Employed
04.2024 - Current
Delivery Associate
Amazon Via Tokeyi Logistics LLC
01.2023 - Current
Warehouse Associate
Amazon
11.2021 - 01.2023
Milieu Counselor
Mount Saint Vincent Home
08.2006 - 01.2011
Aerial Dance Coach, Instructor, and Performer
Sub Contractor
08.2002 - 01.2011
N/A - Martial Arts
YMAA (Yang Martial Arts Association)
N/A - Taichi
Dao Universe Academy
N/A - Taichi
Tai Chi For Health And Vitality
N/A - Taichi, Kung Fu, Bagua, Qigong
Bob Cook Tai Chi
Master of Arts - Clinical Psychology
Argosy University
Bachelor of Arts - Music, Violin Performance
University of Colorado
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