Erika James
Naperville,IL
Summary
Energetic, positive, enthusiastic and multitalented professional. Balanced Yoga Teacher with over 20 years of yoga practice experience. Skilled in compassion for those who are suffering, motivating and educating others in healthy living and meditation. Creates peaceful, positive, supportive atmosphere to inspire new and experienced yoga students. Connected with diverse clientele and developed loyal customer base. Seeking a rewarding and long term position helping people live a happier life.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Yoga Teacher
Saha Yoga Studio
Lisle, IL
11.2019 - Current
- Extensive and weekly experience teaching group and private Ashtanga, Yin, Meditation, Pranayama, Vinyasa Flow, Hot/Bikram yoga styles.
- Plan, set up and lead a variety of yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
- Instruct students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
- Create relaxing ambience and protected students from distraction during all yoga classes.
- Incorporate safety, fun and creativity in lesson design and application, following Covid safety protocols at all times.
- Constantly building connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
Real Estate Broker
Real People Realty
Naperville, Illinois
10.2017 - Current
- Liaised between property owners and prospective buyers to facilitate purchase and transfer of ownership.
- Collected fees and documented payment processes for property transactions.
- Advised clients on mortgage and housing conditions to identify successful properties and promote customer satisfaction.
- Generated lists of properties for sale, locations, descriptions and available financing options.
- Actively listened to customers' requests, confirming full understanding before addressing concerns.
Owner
Brain Training Tech
Naperville, Illinois
02.2011 - 06.2014
- Owner and trained neurofeedback technician of Brain State Technologies neurofeedback system (now rebranded as Cereset)
- Developed and implemented intensive individualized treatment plans addressing relationship problems, destructive patterns of behavior and any other psychosocial issues for each client.
- Performed neurofeedback initial assessments, analyzed and created protocol plans for each day's sessions, executed each brain training session with clients based on their individual brain's needs.
- Managed day-to-day business operations with intake assessment, planned individual brain training protocols for each session, scheduled clients, followed up after treatments and scheduled follow up "tune-up" sessions.
- Counseled individuals, groups and families to bring awareness of what their challenges they had been experiencing, goals for healing and action plan for post-treatment.
- Introduced meditation, guided imagery, breathing techniques to clients.
- Guided clients in development of skills and cognitive behavioral therapy techniques to use as tools to strengthen and build upon their progress through their training sessions.
Designer/Co-Owner
Fessler Inc.
Naperville, IL
04.2001 - 10.2011
- Director of Sales for over 80 custom built, high end luxury homes in Naperville, IL.
- Responsible for all sales, service, and client management.
- Directed architectural, landscape, and interior design process for all construction of homes.
- Managed company's building and networking calendars, expense reports, booked travel for team when required.
- Negotiated bids with subcontractors and suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Business/Marketing
University of Illinois At Chicago
200 RYT Yoga Teaching Certificate -
Abhyaasa Yoga
Naperville, IL06.2019
Skills
- Small and Large Group Instruction
- Creative Problem Solving
- Injury Prevention
- Attention to Detail
- Self-Starter
- Communication and Interpersonal Connection
- Relationship and Community Building
- CPR Certified
- Passion for Health and Fitness
Additional Information
- Illinois Real Estate Broker License IDFPR#475177716
Timeline
Certified Yoga Teacher
Saha Yoga Studio
11.2019 - Current
Real Estate Broker
Real People Realty
10.2017 - Current
Owner
Brain Training Tech
02.2011 - 06.2014
Designer/Co-Owner
Fessler Inc.
04.2001 - 10.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Business/Marketing
University of Illinois At Chicago
200 RYT Yoga Teaching Certificate -
Abhyaasa Yoga