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Work History
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Helping People
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Adriana Duarte

Sarasota,FL

Summary

Compassionate and motivated catechist serving as model for students by word and action how beliefs and values shape and form spiritual, moral, and lifestyle choices. Devoted to students learning and safety. Committed to fostering honest and caring relationships with age groups being served.

Overview

34
34
years of professional experience

Work History

Volunteer Catechist Grade 5th & 6th

St Martha Catholic Church
Sarasota, FL
09.2021 - Current
  • Adhered to DRE guidelines while teaching St Martha Catholic Church's curriculum, incorporating catechetical text as primary resource and developing weekly lesson plans.
  • Incorporate a variety of techniques ( visual, verbal musical and physical ) to facilitate learning styles of students.
  • Ensured a peaceful and respectful environment
  • Planned and implemented activities that reinforced lessons and provided opportunities for spiritual growth.
  • Organized service projects for students to promote social justice initiatives within the community.
  • Managed inventory of classroom supplies and resources to ensure availability for lessons.
  • Led students in prayer and spiritual practices, fostering a sense of faith and community.

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

St James Umc.
Tampa, FL
08.2005 - 06.2007
  • Performed tasks related to class instruction under the supervision of a lead teacher.
  • Supported the goals and objectives of classroom activities through the preparation of instructional materials and restocking of supplies.
  • Provided support for individual students who needed extra attention with their work.
  • Maintained a clean and orderly classroom environment throughout the day.
  • Assisted preschoolers with personal care needs.
  • Encouraged social interactions between children through cooperative play activities.
  • Monitored playground activities outdoors to ensure safety of all participants.

Senior Fashion Designer

Jacksons Fashion's. Setton & Setton
Barranquilla , Colombia
03.1994 - 12.1997
  • Managed a team of fashion designers, providing guidance and feedback on projects.
  • Reviewed fabric swatches, trims, prints, and colors for upcoming collections.
  • Communicated regularly with retail buyers regarding product specifications and delivery dates.
  • Updated online store inventory levels as needed for each season's collection.
  • Generated new concepts for apparel lines based on market research results.

Junior Fashion Designer

Creaciones Periquita
Bucaramanga, Colombia.
01.1991 - 01.1992
  • Created new designs and iterations during marketing strategy sessions.
  • Developed sketches and technical flats for upcoming collections.
  • Attended trade shows and industry events to stay abreast of current trends.
  • Communicated with vendors on fabric sourcing and pricing issues.
  • Reviewed customer feedback from sales team and modified designs as needed.

Assistant Fashion Designer

Ibiza Surf, Swimwear
Bucaramanga, Colombia.
01.1991 - 01.1992
  • Producing Sketches by hand
  • Sourcing fabrics and trimmings
  • Ordering samples and gathering materials

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Textile Design

Universidad Autonoma Del Caribe
Barranquilla, Colombia
12-1990

Skills

  • Spanish Language Proficiency
  • Calm and patient
  • Creative Thinking
  • Collaborative and Team-Oriented
  • Strong Work Ethic and Dependable
  • Organizational Skills
  • Teaching Method Adaptations
  • Problem-solving aptitude
  • Motivating and Inspiring Students
  • Lesson Planning
  • Student Engagement
  • Age-Appropriate Activities
  • Positive Reinforcement

Languages

Spanish
Native/ Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Art Lover and strong advocate of The Way of Beauty, "Via Pulchritudinis"

Helping People

  • Bringing The Holy Eucharistic to the Elderly at Assisted Living & Memory care

Timeline

Volunteer Catechist Grade 5th & 6th

St Martha Catholic Church
09.2021 - Current

Preschool Teacher's Assistant

St James Umc.
08.2005 - 06.2007

Senior Fashion Designer

Jacksons Fashion's. Setton & Setton
03.1994 - 12.1997

Junior Fashion Designer

Creaciones Periquita
01.1991 - 01.1992

Assistant Fashion Designer

Ibiza Surf, Swimwear
01.1991 - 01.1992

Bachelor of Arts - Textile Design

Universidad Autonoma Del Caribe
Adriana Duarte