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Famke Kristensen

Darien,CT

Summary

High-energy student finalizing Psychology degree in The New School and desiring training opportunity focused on advancing classroom abilities and building career foundation. Enthusiastic about pursuing new avenues of learning, growing professionally and building upon acquired skills. Well-organized and ready to support all kinds of students in developing full potential. Skilled multitasker with superior work ethic and good teamwork, problem-solving and organizational skills. Willing to take on any task to help team. Reliable and dedicated team player with hardworking and resourceful approach.

Work History

Student Art Teacher

Hana Arts
Hana, HI
03.2022 - 05.2022
  • Worked with classroom teacher to learn about current standards and best practices.
  • Cultivated positive relationships with administration, teaching staff and students.
  • Delivered personalized educational, behavioral and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
  • Developed lesson plans that incorporated mandated topics and included immersive activities for student engagement.
  • Observed and participated in special learning opportunities to expand horizons and learn different approaches.
  • Stood in for teachers to supervise classes, deliver lessons and administer tests.
  • Gathered display materials and distributed programs for shows and performances.
  • Helped teachers decorate and organize classrooms with age-specific decor and organization prior to classes starting.
  • Conferred with qualified teacher to establish instructional targets and prepare lessons to cover source topics.

Birthday Party Coordinator

Barbra
Darien, CT
08.2021 - 04.2021
  • Reset party rooms between events by collecting trash, wiping down surfaces and sweeping floor.
  • Kept facilities clean and prepared party areas promptly for upcoming events.
  • Anticipated needs and responded promptly to guests' requests to maximize satisfaction.
  • Helped clients plan themed events for young children, teenagers.
  • Protected young guests by monitoring activities and maintaining strong perimeter for activities.
  • Delighted young guests with special activities and events such as face paint and arts and crafts.
  • Resolved conflicts to restore customer satisfaction and promote loyalty to company brand.
  • Coordinated refreshments and food for indoor, outdoor and special location parties.

Photography Assistant

Morten Smidt Photography
Darien, CT
10.2020 - 03.2020
  • Set up lighting, prepared sweeps and organized area for photography sessions.
  • Selected and set up appropriate props, backdrops and lighting.
  • Planned and prepared for on-location and studio shoots.
  • Edited, toned, captioned and uploaded photographs for publication.
  • Defined and recommended detailed solutions to capture images.
  • Collected upcoming photoshoot information for records management.
  • Directed guests to photo port location to view and purchase pictures.
  • Fabricated camera mounts and cases to capture images and protect equipment.
  • Archived photographs on computers and servers.

Clothing Sales Associate

Helen Ainson Darien
Darien, CT
08.2019 - 05.2019
  • Cleaned, closed and secured store at end of shift.
  • Pressed and folded items upon arrival in store to increase visual appeal.
  • Encouraged customers to find accessories and other upsell items to complete ensembles.
  • Dressed and accessorized mannequins to highlight featured clothing and accessories.
  • Set up dressing rooms as customers shopped to increase number of selections and make experience more enjoyable.
  • Helped customers select attractive, figure-flattering [Type] items.
  • Wore smart outfits composed of items from current collection to showcase possible pairings for customers.
  • Stocked merchandise, clearly labeling items, and arranging according to size or color.
  • Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
  • Coordinated restocking of sales floor with current merchandise and accurate signage for current promotions.
  • Displayed merchandise by arranging in appealing ways to boost sales.
  • Volunteered for extra shifts during holidays and other busy periods to alleviate staffing shortages.
  • Tracked down hard-to-find merchandise at diverse locations.
  • Wrapped, boxed and labeled clothing department products.

Education

High School Diploma -

The New School
New York, NY
05.2025

Skills

  • Fundamentals and History
  • Classroom Discussion Facilitation
  • Student Organization Advising
  • Assignment Evaluation
  • Student Advising and Support
  • Lesson Design
  • Paper and Project Review
  • Vocational Counseling
  • Performance Coaching
  • Colleague Collaborations
  • Gallery and Exhibit Preparation
  • Instructional Materials Creation
  • Classroom Teaching
  • Educational Opportunities
  • Instructional Design Principles
  • Artistic Technique Demonstration
  • Course Material Preparation
  • Interactive Learning
  • Student Engagement
  • Positive Reinforcement Strategies
  • Positive Interactions
  • Nurturing Environment
  • Instructional Techniques

Timeline

Student Art Teacher

Hana Arts
03.2022 - 05.2022

Birthday Party Coordinator

Barbra
08.2021 - 04.2021

Photography Assistant

Morten Smidt Photography
10.2020 - 03.2020

Clothing Sales Associate

Helen Ainson Darien
08.2019 - 05.2019

High School Diploma -

The New School
Famke Kristensen