Darlene Vincent
Bradenton
Summary
Proactive and goal-oriented professional with excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Known for adaptability, with swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Possesses people-skills in all age groups and collaboration, and also comfortable with leadership roles. Good communicator and seeks continual opportunities to learn. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success and contribute to organizational growth.
Overview
34
34
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Self-owned
04.2022 - Current
- Coordinated with other healthcare providers to incorporate multiple aspects of clients' health into wellness plan.
- Organized and led seminars and classes for interested clients, providing tips and advice for lifestyle changes and healthy living.
- Provided individual health coaching to help clients optimize personal choices.
- Developed care plans and agendas for clients based on individual health concerns and advised on specific diet and exercise plans.
Fashion Employee at Women's Boutique
Hers and OnTrack Boutiques
01.2024 - 10.2024
- Strong interpersonal skills used while helping women find clothing to meet their interest and needs
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Middle School Science Teacher (Lead)
Rochester Catholic Schools
07.2017 - 10.2022
- Brought value to my classroom as I took students on international travel experiences in science In Costa Rica and Greece
- Created hands-on activities to demonstrate scientific principles and highlight various topics.
- Worked in team-based environment with junior teachers, specialists and administrators to provide best education for students of all skill levels.
- Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
- Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
High School Honors Biology/Animal Science Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Taught science courses using lab-based learning model to deepen subject mastery.
- Developed additional Animal Science course elective and added to curriculum
- Highly successful year with four students qualifying and attending ISEF (International Science and Engineering Fair) in Phoenix, AZ
Secondary Science Teacher
Thomas Edison- South campus
07.2012 - 07.2014
- Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.
- Encouraged student interest in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) and participation in middle and high school national science competitions.
- Thermofisher Scientific Competition winners two years in a row with Scientifically based projects
Secondary Education Science Teacher
American Leadership Academy
02.2012 - 06.2012
Adjunct Professor of Animal Science
Snow College
08.2011 - 12.2011
- Developed and taught an Animal Anatomy and Physiology Lab
- Hands-on experiences with animals, labs, quizzes, and final exams with field experiences from my previous employment as a Veterinary Surgical Technologist
Head Veterinary Technician
Gunnison Valley Animal Clinic
06.1996 - 08.2011
- All responsibilities related to and pertaining to surgical patients pre and post surgery, medication and IV treatment, client education, x-ray and laser specialties
Head Surgical Technician/ trainer
Utah Biomedical Testing Laboratory (UBTL)
01.1997 - 05.1999
- In charge of all biomedical studies that required surgery (scheduling, coordination, participation, performance, quality control and research)
Veterinary Tech Student
University of Colorado
05.1996 - 05.1996
- Completed the National Exam for Certification as Certified Veterinary Technician with emphasis on small animal surgery
Veterinary Assistant in Germany
Brigham Young University
04.1992 - 09.1992
- Worked alongside a German Veterinarian and worked on a dairy farm daily while studying the language in Germany
Head Surgical Veterinary Technician
All About Pets / Veterinary Hospital
04.1991 - 03.1992
- In charge of all small animal surgery preparation, assistance, post operative care, and laboratory services
Education
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Secondary Education, Biology
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ12.2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal Science Pre/Vet Medicine, Vocal Performance
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT08.1991
Skills
- Remote wellness counseling
- Health coaching
- Progress monitoring
- Mental health support
- Individualized education
- Group classes
- Personalized coaching
- Goal setting
- Nutritional advice
Extra-Curricular Activities
Choir, 06/01/75, Present, Have had extensive experience studying music vocally in public and private instruction.
Drama, 06/01/85, Present, Been involved in numerous musicals/plays in the schools and community levels. Major and minor roles played as well as taught one summer a children's drama class.
Horseback Riding Participant, Hyrum Saddle Club, 08/01/12
Certificates/Licenses
- Minnesota State Department of Education, Secondary Education, 9-12 Tier 4 Life Science, 485723, 09/01/15, 06/30/28
- Arizona State Department of Education, Secondary Education, 7-12 Biology, and Structured English Immersion, K-12, 4466329, 02/01/12, 05/01/15
- Utah State Office of Education, Secondary Education (6-12) (Level 1) Science, Biological, Science, Integrated, Veterinarian Technician, 581962, 06/01/12, 06/01/15
Training
- Endorsement - SIOP teaching methods, 01/01/98, 01/01/98, SIOP trained and certified.
- Water Quality and Assessment for the Bear River Watershed System, Utah State University, Logan, UT, 06/01/13, 06/01/13, Passed
- Astrobiology course, highlighting extreme environments and study of the Great Salt Lake environment, Westminster College, Salt Lake City, UT, 06/01/13, 06/01/13, Passed
Hobbies
Scuba diving, traveling, singing, horse riding, eating good food, watching old movies, learning about all animal/plant life
Languages
German
Limited Working
Spanish
Elementary
Timeline
Fashion Employee at Women's Boutique
Hers and OnTrack Boutiques
01.2024 - 10.2024
Certified Health and Wellness Coach
Self-owned
04.2022 - Current
Middle School Science Teacher (Lead)
Rochester Catholic Schools
07.2017 - 10.2022
High School Honors Biology/Animal Science Teacher
Rochester Public Schools
07.2015 - 07.2017
Secondary Science Teacher
Thomas Edison- South campus
07.2012 - 07.2014
Secondary Education Science Teacher
American Leadership Academy
02.2012 - 06.2012
Adjunct Professor of Animal Science
Snow College
08.2011 - 12.2011
Head Surgical Technician/ trainer
Utah Biomedical Testing Laboratory (UBTL)
01.1997 - 05.1999
Head Veterinary Technician
Gunnison Valley Animal Clinic
06.1996 - 08.2011
Veterinary Tech Student
University of Colorado
05.1996 - 05.1996
Veterinary Assistant in Germany
Brigham Young University
04.1992 - 09.1992
Head Surgical Veterinary Technician
All About Pets / Veterinary Hospital
04.1991 - 03.1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) - Animal Science Pre/Vet Medicine, Vocal Performance
Brigham Young University
Master of Education (M.Ed.) - Secondary Education, Biology
Grand Canyon University
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