Jenni Sakakura
Chico,CA
Summary
Amiable and diligent employee with a high standard for work performance and excellent attention to detail.
Accustomed to working within time constraints, efficient work ethic, comfortable with frequent physical labor and used to high stamina work.
Adept at both short-term and long-term planning and organization of events. Enjoy working as part of a team and taking instruction, and willing to step up to a leadership position.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Reading Tutor
Americorps
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions to students in reading, including phonetics, blending, and fluency
- Developed personalized lesson plans based on individual student needs and learning styles
- Monitored student progress and adjusted teaching methods accordingly to ensure comprehension
- Utilized creative teaching methods such as visual aids, interactive activities, and educational games
- Adapted teaching strategies for students with special needs or learning disabilities
- Fostered a positive learning atmosphere that encouraged open communication between tutor-student-parent-teacher
- Demonstrated patience, empathy, and understanding when working with struggling learners
- Motivated unmotivated or disengaged students through encouragement and positive reinforcement
- Collaborated with classroom teachers to reinforce concepts taught in class during tutoring sessions
- Helped students build confidence in their abilities by recognizing and praising their achievements
- Helped struggling students catch up with their peers through targeted remedial instruction
Gymnastics/Dance Coach
Gymstars Gymnastics
04.2019 - 06.2023
- Coached kids ages 3-15 in gymnastics and dance by creating age and skill-level appropriate lessons and incorporating appropriate tools and drills to create a safe, fun, and realistically challenging environment.
- Instructed 18 gymnastics and dance classes per week, preparing individually for each class depending on performance and confidence of enrolled students.
- Prepared Gymstars Level 2 team for competitions and coached Level 2 team for 1 year, cross-referencing USAG competition and routine guidelines to ensure satisfactory preparation, respectful behavior, and improvement from each gymnast.
- Taught classical ballet and acrobatic dance.
- Edited music and choreographed routines for all dance classes in preparation for onstage performances twice per year.
- Worked special events including birthday parties, kids' play nights, field trips, and recitals.
- Routinely demonstrated and spotted kids in skills, built drills, and moved equipment.
- Developed strategies to help gymnasts overcome mental blocks or fears in specific skills
- Developed and implemented comprehensive training programs for gymnasts of all skill levels, focusing on strength, flexibility, technique, and performance
- Provided individualized coaching to gymnasts to improve their skills and achieve personal goals
- Created a positive and motivating training environment that fostered teamwork, discipline, and sportsmanship
- Evaluated gymnasts' progress regularly through skill assessments and competitions, providing constructive feedback for improvement
- Mentored junior coaches in effective coaching techniques, program development, and athlete management
- Motivated athletes during challenging times by providing encouragement while maintaining high expectations
- Coached gymnasts on proper nutrition and hydration practices for optimal performance
- Collaborated with parents/guardians to address any concerns or questions regarding their child's progress
Education
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
California State University, Chico
Chico, CA08.2026
Skills
- Reading level analysis
- Patience and Empathy
- Reading Strategies
- Assessment skills
- Progress Monitoring
- Fluency Development
- Creative Thinking
- Adaptable nature
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Positive Reinforcement
- Behavioral Management
- Professionalism
Affiliations
- Western Farm Workers' Association
Timeline
Reading Tutor
Americorps
08.2023 - 07.2024
Gymnastics/Dance Coach
Gymstars Gymnastics
04.2019 - 06.2023
Bachelor of Science - Anthropology
California State University, Chico
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