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Ava Prestigiacomo

Holmdel,NJ

Summary

Therapeutic Riding Instructor that works with students with disabilities and horses. Specialized in adaptive riding techniques, behavior modification strategies, and safety protocol adherence. Uses communication, empathy, and patience to enhance student learning experiences while fostering an inclusive, supportive environment. Worked as a tutor for America Reads, a program that provides after school tutoring, and meals for low-income students. Aimed to motivate students to attend college, and to build confidence and skills in struggling learners. Experienced in office organization with background in coordinating schedules, managing resources and enhancing office productivity. Strengths include document management, space optimization and inventory control leading to improved functionality and efficiency.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Office Organizer

Stanco Systems
Staten Island, NY
05.2023 - Current
  • Supported bookkeeping tasks such as invoicing and expense tracking.
  • Performed financial analysis.
  • Assisted organizational efforts by filing, entering data and answering phones.
  • Organized files, developed spreadsheets, faxed reports and scanned documents to improve organizational workflow.

School Tutor

America Reads
Easton, PA
08.2023 - 01.2025
  • Fostered a positive and encouraging learning environment to boost students' confidence and motivation.
  • Organized group activities to allow students to practice problem-solving skills.
  • Built student self-confidence by working through stages of study concepts and using positive reinforcement techniques.

Therapeutic Riding Counsellor

Special People United to Ride
Lincroft, NJ
05.2019 - 08.2023
  • Volunteered for two years prior to employment.
  • Monitored rider safety and instructed both riding and equine care.
  • Instructed participants on balanced riding fundamentals essential to rider and horse safety.
  • Worked closely with individuals with disabilities.
  • Advised participants on proper health care, nutrition, feeding and grazing of horses.
  • Implemented counseling techniques to aid patients in improving social, cognitive, emotional, and physical aspects of daily life.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Government and Law And Philosophy

Lafayette College
Easton, PA
05-2025

Skills

  • Therapeutic techniques
  • Disability awareness
  • Adaptability to students' needs
  • Patience and empathy
  • Emotional support
  • Motivational skills
  • Stable management
  • Problem solving techniques

Affiliations

Special People United to Ride (2016-2019)

  • Volunteered with lessons and interactive therapeutic riding instruction of students with disabilities.

Easton Area Community Center (2022-2025)

  • Volunteered with children from low-income areas in an after school program, providing educational support as well as meals.

Languages

Spanish
Professional

Pi Beta Phi

  • Served as Social Media Chair for the PA Eta Chapter of Pi Beta Phi in 2023

Timeline

School Tutor

America Reads
08.2023 - 01.2025

Office Organizer

Stanco Systems
05.2023 - Current

Therapeutic Riding Counsellor

Special People United to Ride
05.2019 - 08.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Government and Law And Philosophy

Lafayette College

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