Hi, I’m
Iris Marija Bajraktarevic
Houston,TX
Summary
Knowledgeable Martial Arts Instructor bringing 14 years' experience in Karate. Caring and hands-on teacher enthusiastic about imparting core principles and key techniques to students of all levels. Fit Karate Instructor recognized for successfully teaching 3 different level classes simultaneously. Offering 3 years of experience creating karate lesson plans, demonstrating techniques and preparing participants for competitions. Friendly and motivated individual dedicated to teaching self-defense and fighting techniques. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Karate Instructor position. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
3
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
JKS Kensho La LoggiaLa Loggia, Italy
Karate Instructor
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size and age.
- Coached new students by breaking down techniques into simple moves.
- Evaluated student performance to determine promotion in rank.
- Organized and led pertinent events such as gradings, workshops, boot camps, gashukus and tournaments.
- Provided lectures and demonstrations to parents, companies and other members of public to promote safety.
- Introduced safety protocols and procedures, reducing accidents and injuries.
- Developed karate lesson plans to meet individual needs of each participant.
- Informed students of historical and theoretical underpinnings of karate techniques.
- Instructed student leadership classes to promote motivational attitude, self-confidence, discipline and self-esteem.
- Imparted key etiquette points, discipline and respect.
- Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances and forms.
- Minimized injury risks by advising clients about form and proper clothing.
- Maintained cleanliness of group fitness room, mirrors, floor and fitness equipment.
JKS Kenso La LoggiaLa Loggia, Italy
Certified Fitness Instructor
01.2022 - 12.2022
Job overview
- Explained use of exercise equipment to all participants, prioritizing safety at all times.
- Explained and demonstrated safe and appropriate exercises for clients of various fitness and physical abilities.
- Cultivated positive relationships with participants by interacting with group during fitness classes.
- Instructed gym members about correct use of weight resistance and cardiovascular equipment.
- Conducted on-site seminars and workshops to generate interest in new club activities.
- Motivated clients to achieve their personal fitness goals through developing and modifying routines.
- Minimized injury risks by advising clients about form and proper clothing.
- Helped students of different abilities levels boost health with skill-adjusted classes.
- Maintained cleanliness of group fitness room, mirrors, floor and fitness equipment.
- Informed clients about nutrition, lifestyle issues, and weight control.
- Promoted total wellbeing by encouraging students to improve nutrition, weight control and lifestyle.
- Treated injured students with basic first aid and reiterated safety standards to prevent recurrence.
- Demonstrated correct use of gymnastic and exercise equipment for students to achieve maximum benefits.
Family's BarLa Loggia, Italy
Barista Trainee
01.2021 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Created wide variety of hot and cold drinks in average shifts with consistently positive customer satisfaction scores.
- Recommended products based on solid understanding of individual customer needs and preferences.
- Pleasantly interacted with customers during hectic periods to promote fun, positive environment.
- Cleaned counters, machines, utensils and seating areas daily.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Maintained and operated espresso machines, blenders, commercial coffee brewers, coffee pots and other equipment.
- Sanitized equipment and wiped down counters and tables to prevent spread of germs.
- Learned every menu preparation and numerous off-label drinks to meet all customer needs.
Education
Houston Community CollegeHouston, TX
Associate of Science from Health And Physical Education
12.2024
University Overview
- A.S.C. Fitness and Health Gymnastic Instructor Level 1
- A.S.C. Karate Instructor Level 1
- JKS International Karate Instructor Class D
Skills
- Interactive Media
- Equipment Use
- Safety Standards
- Customer Satisfaction
- Emergency First Aid
- Competition Preparation
- Interactive Learning
- Student Support
- Individual and Group Coaching
- Martial Arts
- Student Records
- Behavior Modification
Certification
- Certified Karate Instructor, A.S.C./ C.O.N.I. - Italia
- JKS International Karate Instructor, Japan Karate Association - Japan
- Certified Fitness Instructor, A.S.C./ C.O.N.I. - Italia
Music, Karate
Music for me is more than just a hobby. It's my being. My grandfather and my father are musicians and I grew up with all type of music, and it became so naturals for me to start playing instruments. I played piano, guitar, flute and currently I'm playing the bass guitar. Music Makes me feel good and helped in a difficult time of my life.
Karate it's not a sport. First, It is a life style , and this is what I want to teach my student. I always start my lessons with 5 rules of Dojo Kun. The Dojo Kun is a five point statement of principles or guidelines for the Karate practitioner's conduct. In Japanese, it hangs on the walls of many Shotokan Karate clubs, and it is chanted while sitting Japanese style at the end of training sessions. I really believe in these words, and I always say to my students, it is so important to follow them in our every-day life.
- Each person must strive for the completion and perfection of one's character
- Each person must be faithful and protect the way of truth
- Each person must endeavor (fostering the spirit of effort)
- Each person must respect others and the rules of etiquette
- Each person must refrain from hot blooded behavior (guard against impetuous courage)
Languages
Italian
Native or Bilingual
English
Professional Working
Spanish
Limited Working
Croatian
Elementary
Timeline
Karate Instructor
JKS Kensho La Loggia
01.2022 - 12.2022
Certified Fitness Instructor
JKS Kenso La Loggia
01.2022 - 12.2022
Barista Trainee
Family's Bar
01.2021 - 03.2022
Houston Community College
Associate of Science from Health And Physical Education