Hardworking, motivated and organized entrepreneur and educator with a proven track record in small businesses and customer relations. Skilled in relationship building and effective communication, enhancing student support. Compassionate and enthusiastic with a passion for helping others.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner, Certified Yoga Teacher-Root River Yoga
Self-employed
01.2024 - Current
Managed day-to-day business operations.
Coordinated schedules with teachers to provide diverse mix of classes.
Built connections with students through attentive listening and empathy to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
Tailored instruction to accommodate every skill level and physical ability, ensuring all students experienced growth.
Paraprofessional
Allamakee Community School District
09.2023 - Current
Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
Improved classroom management by assisting teachers with behavioral interventions and monitoring student progress.
Supervised students during non-instructional periods such as lunch, recess, or field trips, ensuring safety at all times.
Enhanced student support by delivering one-on-one and small group assistance in various subjects.
Assisted classroom teacher in supervising indoor and outdoor play.
Helped teacher prepare instructional material and displays.
Certified Yoga Teacher
Self-employeed
09.2018 - Current
Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
Planned, set up and led yoga classes for beginner through advanced practitioners.
Developed new yoga skills through continuous study and practice.
Built connections with students to increase comfort with class and encourage return visits.
Potter/Owner Allamakee Wood-Fired Pottery
Self-employed
08.1999 - 10.2021
Built and maintained two large wood-fired kilns and created an artistic and functional product.
Maintained an efficient and organized workspace to optimize productivity; throwing 500-600 pots per firing.
Traveled extensively throughout the Midwest, but reached as far as Wyoming, North Carolina and Texas to sell pottery at art fairs.
Assisted customers with selecting the perfect pottery piece, leading to higher customer satisfaction and repeat business.