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Daniel Vandiviere

Daniel Vandiviere

Alexandria,VA

Summary

I am Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) with a background in coaching and leadership. I began teaching as a baseball pitching coach and discovered a love for helping others grow. I bring the same energy and commitment to aviation, combining technical skill with a student-first approach. I moved to Alaska for a year to grow my aviation knowledge and gain valuable experience flying in challenging and adverse weather conditions. I am always eager to share my deep passion for flying with my students by my instruction that i give

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Certified Flight Instructor

Up and Down Aviation
02.2025 - Current
  • Improved student confidence and performance with thorough pre-flight briefings and post-flight debriefings, addressing specific areas for improvement.
  • Facilitated productive communication between students, instructors, and aircraft maintenance staff to promote a safe and effective training environment.
  • Increased overall flight safety by consistently enforcing strict adherence to FAA regulations during all instructional sessions.
  • Enhanced student pilot skills by implementing personalized training plans and progress tracking.

Bartender

Main Street Bar
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
  • Managed cash handling duties responsibly, ensuring accurate accounting at the end of each shift.
  • Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
  • Efficiently opened or closed the bar according to established procedures, ensuring preparedness for each shift.

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
02.2021 - 04.2023
  • Managed daily operations to ensure smooth functioning of the store, maintaining a clean, safe environment for customers and employees.
  • Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
  • Addressed customer complaints promptly and professionally, resolving issues to maintain positive relationships with clientele.
  • Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.

Education

High School Diploma -

Perry High School
Perry, GA
05-2021

Skills

    575 Hours TT, 200 Dual Given

    200 Hours of Alaska Flying in Adverse Conditions

    3 Checkride signoffs- 100% pass rate

    Experience teaching in person ground school classes

Timeline

Certified Flight Instructor

Up and Down Aviation
02.2025 - Current

Bartender

Main Street Bar
02.2024 - 08.2024

Store Manager

GNC Live Well
02.2021 - 04.2023

High School Diploma -

Perry High School