Alexandra Brown
Traverse City,MI
Summary
Dynamic and reliable professional with strong leadership and communication skills, experienced as an Assistant Theatre Instructor at Old Town Playhouse and in the process of being an Assistant Taekwondo Instructor at the YMCA. Successfully enhanced student performance through personalized feedback and developed engaging instructional materials. Proven ability to foster teamwork and collaboration, ensuring a positive learning environment for diverse age groups.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Taekwondo Instructor
YMCA
Traverse City, MI
01.2026 - Current
- Assisted in planning and delivering Taekwondo classes for diverse age groups.
- Supported lead instructor in maintaining a safe and positive training environment.
- Facilitated skill development through personalized feedback and encouragement.
- Monitored student progress, ensuring adherence to training protocols and goals.
- Developed instructional materials to enhance learning experiences for students.
- Established clear expectations regarding conduct while keeping safety at the forefront of all activities.
- Improved student performance by providing personalized instruction and feedback in Taekwondo techniques.
- Assisted head instructor in developing comprehensive lesson plans for various age groups and skill levels.
- Maintained accurate attendance records, ensuring timely communication with parents regarding absences or concerns.
- Prepared students for belt tests by consistently reviewing curriculum requirements and offering targeted practice sessions.
Assistant Teacher
Old Town Playhouse
Traverse City, MI
07.2024 - Current
- Facilitated engaging educational activities to enhance student learning and experience
- Assisted in classroom management, promoting a positive and inclusive environment for students.
- Collaborated with parents and staff to address student needs and improve overall classroom experience.
- Implemented behavioral strategies to support individual student growth and discipline.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback to optimize learning outcomes and engagement.
- Supported student physical, mental, and social development using classroom games and activities.
- Helped with music, choreography, and blocking for musicals
Retail Sales Associate
Walgreens
Traverse City, MI
10.2025 - 03.2026
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor, promoting a welcoming environment for guests.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory, ensuring product availability at all times.
- Helped people rent bikes, sports balls, and other things
Student Volunteer
Salvation Army Thrift Store
Traverse City, MI
03.2025 - 12.2025
- Assisted in sorting and organizing donated items for resale efficiency.
- Engaged customers to enhance shopping experience and promote store initiatives.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain a clean, organized retail environment.
- Provided training and guidance to new volunteers on operational procedures.
- Supported marketing efforts by arranging merchandise displays to attract customers.
- Took and followed detailed directions from others.
- Positively impacted the lives of countless individuals within the community by dedicating time, energy, and passion towards meaningful causes as a student volunteer.
- Maintained tidy and organized environment to comply with cleanliness standards.
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
Timber Ridge Campground
Traverse City, MI
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Assisted customers with product selection and inquiries, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Operated cash register efficiently, processing transactions accurately and swiftly.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of sales floor, promoting a welcoming environment for guests.
- Collaborated with team members to restock inventory, ensuring product availability at all times.
- Helped people rent bikes, sports balls, and other things
Education
No Degree -
Greenspire High School
Traverse CitySkills
- Demonstration skills
- Motivational and inspirational
- Presentation skills
- Communication
- Strong leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Problem-solving
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Organizational skills
- Active listening
- Adaptability and flexibility
- Relationship building
- Creative thinking
- Reliability
Accomplishments
- Well-traveled, more experience going about the world and interacting with different cultures and people
- Have volunteered and have helped out at various establishments and programs: Old Town Playhouse, YMCA for Taekwondo, Safe Harbor, Salvation Army, Rotary, etc.
- Maintained a 3.5+ GPA, 9th+10th grade representative for Student Council, participated in the making of the Yearbook, and started the Greenspire Middle School theatre program/ was a co-director for the first musical production in Greenspire History.
- Have participated in 15+ theatre productions over the years(since 1st grade), including a lead character in the summer of 2024.
- Have worked alongside many different people and have had opportunities to see different sides of the world, ultimately making me an excellent candidate due to experience with many various circumstances
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Assistant Taekwondo Instructor
YMCA
01.2026 - Current
Retail Sales Associate
Walgreens
10.2025 - 03.2026
Student Volunteer
Salvation Army Thrift Store
03.2025 - 12.2025
Assistant Teacher
Old Town Playhouse
07.2024 - Current
Retail Sales Associate Cashier
Timber Ridge Campground
06.2024 - 08.2024
No Degree -
Greenspire High School