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Alexandra Baer Peralta

Carpinteria,CA

Summary

Highly motivated individual specializing in Mindfulness Meditation, Death Doula, Empathy Circle practitioner and professional networker.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator

Carpinteria Community Library
09.2023 - Current

Parent Support Group Co- Facilitator

Youthwell Https://youthwell.org/
09.2023 - Current
  • Promoted a safe and inclusive environment for all participants, addressing concerns and resolving conflicts as needed.
  • Supported participants with diverse needs, providing individualized guidance and resources for personal growth.
  • Educated clients on dangers of substance abuse and prevention techniques.
  • Assisted clients in exploring feelings and understanding behaviors.
  • Designed safe and supportive environment for clients to discuss issues.
  • Collaborated with other professionals to coordinate comprehensive care for clients.
  • Supported individuals dealing with mental health and emotional issues.
  • Listened to clients' concerns and provided encouragement and support.
  • Identified areas in need of improvement and implemented solutions.
  • Facilitated dialogue between participants, family and program workers to provide best possible program and individualized program.
  • Used diverse teaching materials and motivational approaches to reduce learning gaps and instruct students.
  • Adjusted facilitation style according to the unique needs of each group while maintaining a consistent focus on core objectives.
  • Assisted lead facilitator in developing and delivering effective workshop content, resulting in positive feedback from attendees.
  • Assisted in the creation of marketing materials for program promotion purposes.
  • Facilitated interactive activities to foster skill development and strengthen interpersonal relationships.
  • Collaborated closely with other staff members on program development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts.
  • Developed crisis prevention plan with required components, prioritizing prevention and early intervention.
  • Facilitated meetings that created safe and supportive team environment and met priority needs.
  • Enhanced group dynamics by implementing engaging ice-breaker activities and team-building exercises.
  • Monitored success and identified emerging needs.
  • Maintained accurate records of session attendance, participant progress, and group dynamics for future reference.
  • Improved participant engagement by encouraging open communication and active listening during discussions.
  • Collaborated with co-facilitators to design innovative workshops tailored to the specific needs of each group.
  • Collaborated with community, providers and internal staff.
  • Supported lead facilitator in conducting pre-and post-program evaluations to measure success rates.
  • Fostered strong rapport among participants through active listening, empathy, and genuine interest in each person''s experiences.
  • Employed creative problem-solving techniques to address challenges that arose during sessions.
  • Proactively sought out opportunities for collaboration with community partners to expand program reach.

Administrative Manager and Mindfulnes Facilitator

Montecito Academy
08.2022 - 04.2024
  • Ensured smooth daily operations with timely completion of all essential administrative tasks and responsibilities.
  • Provided exceptional administrative support for executive-level staff, ensuring that their needs were met promptly and accurately in order to facilitate smooth daily operations.
  • Supervised staff and delegated tasks to maintain positive, productive administrative operations.
  • Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
  • Established workflow processes, monitored daily productivity, and implemented modifications to improve overall performance of personnel.
  • Managed sensitive information discreetly, ensuring proper storage and disposal practices were followed at all times to maintain confidentiality compliance standards.
  • Nurtured a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns promptly and fairly, fostering open communication channels between staff members at all levels of the organization.
  • Greeted visitors, employees and clients politely and professionally for excellent reception service.
  • Developed and implemented improved filing systems for enhanced order and accuracy.
  • Coordinated customer and vendor relations for smooth communication flows.
  • Facilitated successful cross-departmental collaborations, fostering positive working relationships between team members.
  • Fostered strong relationships with external vendors/partners in order to negotiate favorable contract terms that benefited both parties.
  • Oversaw the recruitment process, hiring top talent that contributed significantly to company growth and success.
  • Maintained primary relationship accountability for clients, overall servicing responsibility and client satisfaction to maximize profitability of client relationships.
  • Oversaw appointment scheduling and itinerary coordination for both clients and personnel.

Mindfulness Facilitator

Kind Mind Of Santa Barbara Https://www.kindmindsan
09.2021 - 06.2022

Photographer /Photographer's Assistant

Self Employed
12.2009 - 10.2014
  • Captured stunning images by utilizing various lighting techniques and creative compositions.
  • Enhanced client satisfaction through exceptional editing skills, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Showcased diverse photography styles for clients to choose from, increasing portfolio versatility.
  • Managed multiple projects simultaneously by prioritizing deadlines and maintaining excellent organization.
  • Collaborated with clients to understand their vision, ensuring the final product met or exceeded expectations.
  • Delivered high-quality images under tight deadlines, demonstrating strong time management skills.
  • Developed strong relationships with clients through clear communication and professionalism.
  • Expanded clientele base by consistently delivering top-notch imagery that showcased individuality and uniqueness of subjects.
  • Optimized workflow efficiency by implementing photo editing software tools like Lightroom and Photoshop.
  • Conducted pre-shoot consultations to discuss clients'' needs and preferences for optimal results.
  • Increased overall productivity by effectively managing schedules appointments, location scouting, equipment maintenance, image processing, archiving photoshoots.
  • Provided exceptional customer service throughout the entire process from initial consultation to delivery of final products.
  • Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
  • Took photos from different angles and perspectives to capture perfect images.
  • Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Utilized natural and artificial lighting to capture desired images and maintain quality.
  • Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
  • Assisted clients in selecting poses, wardrobe and backgrounds to photograph different looks, concepts and locations.
  • Scheduled studio appointments to shoot wide variety of subjects.
  • Leveraged mechanical mounting systems to improve focus and image stability.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops, and lighting.
  • Assisted clients with creative ideas for photography needs.
  • Utilized various types of camera equipment to capture best possible shots.
  • Collaborated with other photographers and videographers to capture special events.
  • Customized photography strategies based on intended use and client preferences.
  • Shot photographs in controlled lab, field, and remote environments.
  • Researched new camera equipment and accessories.
  • Managed team of photographers for special projects.
  • Facilitated printing of images for client's portfolio.

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2000 - 12.2009

Education

No Degree - Photography

San Francisco Art Institute
San Francisco, CA
05.2012

No Degree - Photography

Brooks Institute
Santa Barbara , CA
12.2007

High School Diploma -

Gymnasium Georgianum Lingen
Lingen ( EMS )
04.1999

Skills

  • Facilitation Techniques
  • Staff Management
  • Community Outreach
  • Workshop coordination
  • Icebreakers
  • Conflict Mediation
  • Interviewing abilities
  • Information Collection
  • Conflict resolution skills
  • Task Delegation

Languages

German
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Mindfulness Meditation Facilitator

Carpinteria Community Library
09.2023 - Current

Parent Support Group Co- Facilitator

Youthwell Https://youthwell.org/
09.2023 - Current

Administrative Manager and Mindfulnes Facilitator

Montecito Academy
08.2022 - 04.2024

Mindfulness Facilitator

Kind Mind Of Santa Barbara Https://www.kindmindsan
09.2021 - 06.2022

Photographer /Photographer's Assistant

Self Employed
12.2009 - 10.2014

Photographer

Self Employed
01.2000 - 12.2009

No Degree - Photography

San Francisco Art Institute

No Degree - Photography

Brooks Institute

High School Diploma -

Gymnasium Georgianum Lingen

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