Alison Holfester
Garden City,NY
Summary
Talented professional, attentive to detail with experience in coordinating projects, programs and improvements. Equipped with strong problem-solving abilities, willingness to learn, and excellent communication skills. Poised to contribute to team success and achieve positive results. Ready to tackle new challenges and advance organizational objectives with dedication and enthusiasm.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Red Cross and Nassau County
12.2015 - Current
- Taught curriculum focused on water safety skills and character building based on the red cross swim instruction with toddlers and school-aged children
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.
Classroom Teacher
St. Aidan School
08.2020 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with team members to effectively plan and present curriculum; co-taught and individually planned and instructed lessons to meet the needs of diverse learners
- Planned and implemented creative lessons in accordance to district, county, state and federal guidelines
- Organized and maintained a system of classroom rules and management.
- Implemented differentiated instruction strategies, ensuring all students were able to access the curriculum and make progress in their learning.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities, staying current on best practices in education and refining instructional techniques accordingly.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing diverse teaching methods and adapting to individual learning styles.
Teacher Intern
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Problem solved and implemented strategies needed to meet the needs of all learners in the classroom in a departmentalized setting
- Adapted teaching methods and materials to meet students varying needs and interests
- Met with parents and guardians to discuss student progress.
After School Program Mentor
Govens Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2018
- Worked in small groups in after school programs with incomplete classwork and homework
- Monitored students in the school yard and provided support for students and teacher during dinner distribution
- Aided teachers and students in STEM lessons and activities.
Education
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -
Loyola University Maryland
Baltimore City, MDSkills
- Adaptability
- Character Building
- Collaboration
- Creativity
- Curriculum Planning
- Instruction
- Life Skills Development
- Strong communicator
- Effective problem-solver
- STEM Education
- Time Management
- Project planning and development
- Advanced problem solving
- Coaching and Mentoring
Certification
Lifeguard/AED/First Aid, Red Cross and Nassau County, 07/01/16, 05/01/25
NYS Teaching license: 9/2021
Volunteeringandleadership
After School Program Mentor, Govens Elementary School, 01/01/17, 05/01/18
Desiredposition
Assistant Project Manager
Timeline
Classroom Teacher
St. Aidan School
08.2020 - 09.2023
Teacher Intern
Baltimore City Public Schools
01.2019 - 12.2019
After School Program Mentor
Govens Elementary School
01.2017 - 05.2018
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Red Cross and Nassau County
12.2015 - Current
Bachelor of Arts in Elementary Education -
Loyola University Maryland