Hi, I’m
Christina 'Kit' Lourens
Anaconda,MT
Summary
A hardworking and motivated person with strong organizational skills looking for professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, problem-solving skills, a solution-oriented approach and creativity.
Overview
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Sailboat Owners & Captains
Professional Yacht Crew
12.2006 - 08.2021
Job overview
- Logged 30,000+ nautical miles at sea.
- First Mate and/or Deckhand on privately-owned sailing vessels; sizes: 30 - 175 ft.
- Duties include: standing watches; navigation; line handling; sail trimming; docking; provisioning; cooking; varnishing; engine room duties.
- Highest sailing qualification: Coastal Skipper License with the Royal Yacht Academy (2017).
Sesame Street Language School
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
09.2004 - 01.2006
Job overview
- Educated students (pre-school to high school) in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
Felix Unite River Adventures
Professional River Guide
09.2001 - 08.2004
Job overview
- Educating guests on safe procedures to reduce risk of injury and/or death, while always maintaining a professional, friendly demeanor with guests.
- Successfully navigating Class 1-4 rapids; Groups sizes: 3 to 200; Adult & school groups.
- Provisioning and preparing meals during trips.
- Half-day, full-day, weekend, 3-day and 5-day trips.
- Capacity: Lead guide - in charge of all operations, facilities and other guides during a trip.
Hartbeespoort High School
Science Teacher
01.2001 - 07.2001
Job overview
- Teaching Science to Grade 8 students; one-on-one tutoring of Grade 11 students in Physics and Math.
- Cultivating positive relationships with students, parents and staff to optimize instruction and the joy of learning.
- Teaching extracurricular activities: field hockey, swimming, athletics.
Virgin Active
Personal Trainer
01.1996 - 12.2000
Job overview
- Personal one-on-one training in proper technique and motivating clients to reach their fitness goals.
- Writing personalized, goal-orientated exercise programs.
- Provide dietary and lifestyle advise.
Education
University of StellenboschStellenbosch, South Africa
Bachelor of Human Movement Studies With Honours from Sport Science
12.1995
North-West University Potchefstroom, South Africa
Bachelor of Science from Physiology & Sport Science
04.1995
Skills
- Communication skills
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
- Collaboration / Teamwork
- Organizational skills
- Adaptability
- Leadership
- Creativity
Volunteering
Camp Host at Lost Creek State Park , Anaconda, Montana, USA (August - October 2023).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Afrikaans
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Professional Yacht Crew
Sailboat Owners & Captains
12.2006 - 08.2021
English as a Second Language (ESL) Teacher
Sesame Street Language School
09.2004 - 01.2006
Professional River Guide
Felix Unite River Adventures
09.2001 - 08.2004
Science Teacher
Hartbeespoort High School
01.2001 - 07.2001
Personal Trainer
Virgin Active
01.1996 - 12.2000
University of Stellenbosch
Bachelor of Human Movement Studies With Honours from Sport Science
North-West University
Bachelor of Science from Physiology & Sport Science
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