Carlita Pena
Area Manager
Oakland,CA
Summary
Reliable Area Manager successful at operating in high-volume, fast-paced environment. Skilled in leading teams to meet objectives on stringent timelines. Empowering leader with superior communication and collaboration abilities demonstrated over 4 years of management performance. Eager to grow leadership skills in a community-based nonprofit environment.
Overview
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Area Manager
CorePower Yoga
San Francisco, CA
08.2018 - Current
- Successfully manage high volume boutique studio grounded in Core Values: Attitude of Gratitude, Team Player, Live Our Mission, Deliver Results and created a strong community through human-first mindset, social/community events, business partnerships, and maintaining impactful interpersonal relationships to deepen each client’s individual experience
- Consistently achieve and surpass quarterly budget goals regarding sales, memberships, and programming
- Consistently attended continuing education trainings, workshops, and meetings for the most up-to-date best practices for leadership as well as fierce personal development
- Responsible for coordinating and managing staff of upwards of 50 yoga instructors, studio class scheduling, and payroll on a weekly basis
Contract Teacher, Yoga and Studio Art
Mundo Verde Elementary, Fusion Academy
Washington, DC
06.2017 - 08.2018
- Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans in accordance with national standards
- Create and maintain strong familial relationships in support of parents of students with learning disabilities and social/emotional needs
- Developed and implemented lesson plans that addressed general students as well as those with individualized 504 plans as part of integrated classroom.
Operations Associate
Mundo Verde Public Charter School
Washington, DC
12.2017 - 03.2018
- Manager of inventory, instructional materials and supplies, and school uniforms; responsible for ordering, receiving, and delivering all instructional materials and uniforms for elementary school classrooms grades PreK-5
- School bus coordinator; responsible for scheduling school buses for all field trips and special events in addition to daily school bus operations to deliver children safely to and from elementary school
- Provide student behavioral support with a focus on restorative healing to all developmental levels in accordance with RIT, BIP, and social/emotional needs and requirements
- Maintain a smoothly operating elementary school environment with an emphasis on positive emotional support to promote a healthy learning environment for all ages
Bartender/Server
Various Employers
Washington, DC
06.2010 - 04.2017
- Provide excellent customer service while creating expertly mixed drinks with a focus on classic cocktails
- Create a positive, encouraging atmosphere in which clients can relax, socialize, and enjoy high-end service
- Partner with fellow bartenders to compete in various mixologist competitions
- Maintain consistent fluency in fine dining trends, health/nutrition, and various cooking techniques
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Modern Dance
The College of William And Mary
Williamsburg, VA 08.2008 - 05.2012
Skills
Effective leader with excellent interpersonal skills and mentorship
Expert proficiency in Microsoft Office Professional Products, Dayforce, and Salesforce
Well rounded background in hospitality, boutique, retail, customer service, community outreach, and client relations
Certification
200 Hour ERYT Certified Yoga Instructor
Timeline
Area Manager
CorePower Yoga
08.2018 - Current
Operations Associate
Mundo Verde Public Charter School
12.2017 - 03.2018
Contract Teacher, Yoga and Studio Art
Mundo Verde Elementary, Fusion Academy
06.2017 - 08.2018
200 Hour ERYT Certified Yoga Instructor
04-2015
Bartender/Server
Various Employers
06.2010 - 04.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Fine Arts And Modern Dance
The College of William And Mary
08.2008 - 05.2012