James Edge
Fayetteville,NC
Summary
Hardworking team bringing Gen X work ethic.
I coached youth and taught homeschool classes at a local climbing gym. We also worked with Special needs children. I am certified Yoga instructor and fitness instructor. I have worked with children as young as 6 and elderly through hospice care.
I am a Jiu Jitsu practitioner. I train how to subdue and control people without hurting them also keeping them from hurting themselves.
Dear Employers, Business Owners, and Hiring Managers.
I am wanting to break into the field of RBT and work with special needs kids.
I would also like to work with elderly. Especially at the near death stage.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Barback
Wana Navu Kava Bar (no Alcohol)
01.2023 - Current
- Coordinated with servers and bartenders to maintain smooth operation of bar area.
- Restocked glassware, cleaned tables and organized supplies to meet demanding trading periods throughout shift.
- Greeted customers and provided friendly, knowledgeable service.
- Replaced empty kegs and soda syrups.
- Assisted in setting up and breaking down bar area for special events.
- Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
- Learned how to make wide variety of mixed drinks.
- Restocked ice, condiments, and snacks.
- Assisted with bussing tables and cleaning up spills.
- Provided attentive service and proactively assessed guest needs.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Fit4Life
02.2018 - Current
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Led up to 15 classes per week.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Built relationships with students to boost rapport and word-of-mouth referrals.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Stayed current with fitness trends and adjusted to needs and wants of class participants.
- Promoted workshops, retreats and other special events to supplement class instruction and provide additional learning opportunities for students.
- Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information to facilitate communication with students.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Created and managed social media page to promote class schedule, pricing and other information.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
- Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
- Created comprehensive fitness programs tailored to needs and goals of each individual.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for club clients and members.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Set up and broke down equipment before and after classes.
- Led aerobics, yoga, core strength and kickboxing classes.
- Provided emergency first aid and CPR as needed.
- Assisted individuals in setting achievable fitness goals, monitoring progress for success.
- Promoted fitness classes to boost gym attendance.
- Developed and implemented fitness assessment system to evaluate progress of participants.
Youth Coach, Yoga Instructor, Route Setter
Triangle Rock Club
03.2018 - 08.2023
- Utilized positive communication to encourage team and promote integrity and respect.
- Assisted in recruitment and selection of additional coaching staff to establish strong and competent team.
- Developed relationships with clients to provide ongoing support and encouragement.
- Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates, families, and community members.
- Monitored team practices to establish high level of performance.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Enforced discipline both on and off-field to lead team with highest personal standards.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
- Scheduled and organized team events, dinners and field trips to cultivate relationships and build rapport.
- Promoted proper stretching, warmups and conditioning exercises to prevent sports injuries.
- Assisted clients in setting and achieving personal and professional goals.
- Facilitated team building activities and workshops to improve communication, collaboration and productivity.
- Analyzed client feedback to adjust coaching sessions accordingly.
- Encouraged clients to find creative solutions to problems and maintain motivation.
- Researched latest industry trends and developments to keep abreast of best practices.
Computer Technician
Computer Solutions
02.2002 - 10.2016
- Performed troubleshooting to correct computer hardware and software malfunctions.
- Performed installation, maintenance and repair for complex internal computer hardware and various software applications.
- Recommended new and replacement hardware and software purchases.
- Refurbished PC systems and peripherals such as monitors, networking equipment, printers, and more.
- Linked computers to network and peripheral equipment.
- Tested and installed motherboards, processors, and graphics cards on desktops and laptops for corporate staff.
- Used diagnostic tools to identify hardware failures and replace non-functional components.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to non-technical individuals to promote better understanding.
- Recovered critical information from data back ups to restore functionality.
- Completed routine and complex software installations, assisting users of various levels of computer sophistication in operation of new and existing software.
- Responded to support requests from end-users and patiently walked individuals through basic troubleshooting tasks.
- Explained technical information in clear terms to promote better understanding for non-technical users.
- Served as backup for staff members, responding to system failure and maintenance emergencies.
- Updated and replaced outdated drivers and software for computers and office machines.
- Replaced defective components and parts on malfunctioning computers and office machines.
- Diagnosed and troubleshot problems, repairing, and restoring machines to peak performance.
- Assisted customers with technical support inquiries.
- Restored data on computers and office machines.
Delivery Driver
Carolina Paper And Chemical Co.
09.2000 - 12.2003
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Loaded truck and properly secured items to prevent damage for deliveries.
- Verified accuracy of all deliveries against order forms.
- Successfully avoided time delivery delays by carefully planning best routes.
- Determined quickest and safest routes for delivery by using effective planning and organizational skills.
- Worked with road knowledge, GPS systems and paper maps to navigate planned route and make adjustments.
- Fostered positive working relationships with regular customers.
- Loaded and unloaded various delivery vehicles with correct order and balancing.
- Answered common customer questions, accepted payments and completed paperwork at delivery and pickup locations.
- Minimized company liability and risks to loads by obeying traffic laws.
- Drove truck in urban and rural areas to expertly make high volume of deliveries.
- Complied with truck driving rules as well as company policies and procedures regarding safe vehicle operations.
- Protected people and equipment from hazardous materials by using correct procedures.
- Operated light trucks to deliver loads as far as 200 miles from home location.
Delivery Driver
China King
03.1999 - 11.2000
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Delivery Driver
Dinos Pizza
04.1997 - 01.1999
- Completed on-time deliveries by choosing best and most efficient routes.
- Delivered packages to customer doorsteps and business offices.
- Maintained upbeat, positive attitude in busy, customer-focused environment.
- Completed rush deliveries on tight timetables to satisfy customer needs.
- Read maps, followed oral, and written instructions and used GPS technology to make deliveries.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
- Worked scheduled hours as required and took on available shifts during holidays and busy periods.
Education
No Degree - General Ed
FTCC
Fayetteville, NC06.2024
High School Diploma -
Douglas Byrd Senior High School
Fayetteville, NC06.1992
Skills
- Safety-Conscious
- Dependable and Reliable
- Positive Attitude
- Clean Driving Record
- Small Group Supervision
- Attendance Monitoring
- Field Trip Monitoring
- Class Instruction
- Cultural Sensitivity
- Student Evaluation
Accomplishments
- Achieved title of best in the position through effectively helping with operations in the busiest of times.
Certification
- I love delivery.
- Making good times while following traffic laws.
- I am cut out for driving
- I have had a clean driving record for the last 20 years
- Never a major mark
Rock Climbing
Through Triangle Rock Club Fayetteville. (Climbing Gym)
I won their "Summit Award" in 2018, 2019, and again in 2021
Became USAA certified competition climbing route setter for Nationally Sanctioned Indoor Climbing Competition
Coached kids in USAA climbing up to the regional level.
I am a climbing guide who has organized over 100 trips to the mountains of NC leading people on their first climbing experience.
Climbing has taken me to some of the most epic locations on the East Coast.
To me climbing is way to feel alive.
Youth Coach
Coached Children at a local climbing gym. Coaching Special needs kids. Competition Jr Athletes for USAA National Competitions.
Taught Homeschool classes as well as events for disabled children to rock climb with assistance.
Timeline
Barback
Wana Navu Kava Bar (no Alcohol)
01.2023 - Current
Youth Coach, Yoga Instructor, Route Setter
Triangle Rock Club
03.2018 - 08.2023
Certified Yoga Instructor
Fit4Life
02.2018 - Current
Computer Technician
Computer Solutions
02.2002 - 10.2016
Delivery Driver
Carolina Paper And Chemical Co.
09.2000 - 12.2003
Delivery Driver
China King
03.1999 - 11.2000
Delivery Driver
Dinos Pizza
04.1997 - 01.1999
No Degree - General Ed
FTCC
High School Diploma -
Douglas Byrd Senior High School
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