ALEXANDER YARDE
Maplewood,NJ
Summary
Dynamic editor with a proven track record at All Things Geek, adept at enhancing publication quality through meticulous proofreading and engaging content collaboration. Skilled in research and interviewing, I foster reader engagement and stay ahead of industry trends, ensuring relevant and impactful editorial work.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Editor
All Things Geek The Good Men Project.Com
09.2013 - Current
- Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality editorial work.
- Enhanced publication quality by diligently proofreading and editing articles for grammar, spelling, and consistency.
- Kept up-to-date on industry trends and emerging topics to ensure the relevancy of published materials.
- Collaborated with writers to improve content structure and clarity, resulting in increased reader engagement.
In-Home Child Caregiver
Yarde Household
Maplewood, NJ
07.2007 - Current
- Assisted clients with activities of daily living, promoting independence and quality of life.
- Cleaned house, ran errands, managed laundry, and completed weekly grocery shopping.
- Assisted with dressing guidance, grooming, meal preparation, and medication reminders.
- Performed light housekeeping duties to maintain cleanliness standards while respecting the patient''s personal space.
- Managed daily routines, including meal preparation, bathing, dressing, and bedtime rituals to maintain consistency for the children.
- Established positive relationships with children by engaging in interactive play sessions and offering emotional support as needed.
- Ensured a safe and nurturing environment by childproofing the home and monitoring play areas.
- Coordinated household chores such as laundry, grocery shopping, and cleaning to maintain a clean living environment for the family.
- Promoted healthy lifestyle choices through balanced meal planning, physical activity involvement, and promoting good hygiene habits.
- Fostered independence among young children by teaching them essential life skills such as personal hygiene, dressing themselves, and basic kitchen tasks.
Outward Bound Instructor
New York City Outward Bound Inc.
New York, NY
05.1998 - 02.2007
- Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent classroom management techniques.
- Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
- Evaluated student assessments to identify areas of growth and improvement, adjusting instructional strategies accordingly.
- Inspired participants to pursue lifelong learning and personal growth through outdoor experiences and challenges.
- Promoted environmental stewardship through education on responsible outdoor ethics while leading trips in various settings such as national parks or wilderness areas.
- Utilized various teaching methods such as hands-on demonstrations, group discussions, visual aids, and experiential learning to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Managed logistical aspects of multi-day excursions including route planning, meal preparation, transportation coordination, and campsite selection for seamless execution of itineraries.
- Implemented risk management strategies in accordance with industry standards to minimize accidents or incidents during outdoor activities.
- Expanded participants knowledge on outdoor skills, including navigation, wilderness first aid, and Leave No Trace practices.
Education
Associate Of Arts - Art History
Parsons School of Design - The New School
New York, NY06.1989
Skills
- Research
- Event coverage
- Story pitching
- Interviewing skills
- Social media awareness
Timeline
Editor
All Things Geek The Good Men Project.Com
09.2013 - Current
In-Home Child Caregiver
Yarde Household
07.2007 - Current
Outward Bound Instructor
New York City Outward Bound Inc.
05.1998 - 02.2007
Associate Of Arts - Art History
Parsons School of Design - The New School