GIANNA CURTO
Shortstop Bar and Grill
Agawam,MA
1
Certification
7
years of professional experience
Motivated Doctor of Occupational Therapy student with Bachelor's degree in Exercise and Sports Science with a concentration in Pre-Allied Health Professions and a passion for working with children. Experience in fitness and client-focused environments, with a strong foundation in exercise science, movement, and development. Dedicated to creating positive, supportive environments that help clients and children build confidence, develop skills, and reach their individual goals.
Work History
Server
3 Years 3 Months- Cleaned tables promptly to enhance guest turnover and dining experience
- Maintained cleanliness and order throughout restaurant to ensure high service standards
- Greeted guests and managed seating waiting list to optimize table availability
- Served meals to guests efficiently and assisted customers with anything needed
- Delivered exceptional customer service in high-volume dining environment.
- Managed multiple tables efficiently, ensuring timely food and beverage delivery.
Child watch/Brand Ambassador
1 Year 3 Months- Supervised 5+ children in fitness facility daycare, ensuring a safe and engaging environment
- Led gross and fine motor skill activities, fostering children's development through puzzles and coordination games
- Created and posted digital fitness content to effectively market fitness facility services
- Managed a check-in list
- Created and posted digital fitness content to market and sell the fitness facility
- Developed and executed brand promotion strategies to enhance community engagement.
- Fostered relationships with clients to increase brand awareness and loyalty.
LIFE Program Tutor
2 Years 7 Months- Mentor and tutor to young adults with mild/moderate intellectual and developmental disabilities
- Supported student engagement by attending classes and providing assistance
- Facilitated social interactions and academic guidance for student success
- Developed tailored academic modifications to meet individual student needs
- Facilitated engaging tutoring sessions that promoted active participation and comprehension.
- Developed customized lesson plans to address diverse student learning needs.
Daycare Attendant
1 Year- Supervised 5+ children in fitness facility daycare, ensuring a safe and engaging environment
- Ensured children's safety in parents’ absence through vigilant supervision and proactive monitoring
- Led gross and fine motor skill activities including puzzles and coordination games
- Ensured accurate tracking of guests entering the facility
Education
Doctor of Occupational Therapy - Occupational Therapy
Bachelor of Science - Exercise Science
Awards: President’s List
HTC Honors College
Phi Eta Sigma National Honor Society
Research Fellow in the Conway Medical Center College of Health and Human Performance
GPA: 4.00
Summa Cum Laude
Ranked in Top 1% of class
Exercise Science Club Officer
Skills
Toddler
Child & Adolescent Engagement
Exercise & Movement
Patient/Client Communication
Teamwork & Collaboration
Leadership
Adaptability
Affiliations
- August 2021 -December 2024 Member, Doctors of Coastal
- January 2022- December 2024 Public Relations Officer, Exercise Science Club
Certification
- April 2025 CPR/AED/First Aid: American Heart Association
- March 2023 College Reading and Learning Association International Peer Educator Training Program
Timeline
Child watch/Brand Ambassador
Burn Boot Camp
09.2023 - 12.2024Read More
Server
Shortstop Bar and Grill
05.2023 - CurrentRead More
LIFE Program Tutor
Coastal Carolina University
05.2022 - 12.2024Read More
Daycare Attendant
N.E.X.T. Fitness
01.2020 - 01.2021Read More
Coastal Carolina University
Bachelor of Science from Exercise Science
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Springfield College
Doctor of Occupational Therapy from Occupational Therapy
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RESEARCH
- Sep 2023-May 2024 A Comparison of Methods to Determine Intensity During Aerobic Exercise with Blood Flow Restriction- Research Assistant Conductor