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Kiara Gelbman

Kiara Gelbman

Boulder,Colorado

Summary

Versatile Instructor with a focus on promoting positive environments for learners. Organized and focused professional willing to go extra mile to help students both inside and outside classroom. In-depth knowledge of relevant technology to support instruction.

Overview

3
3

Years of tutoring experience

2
2

Years of Group Fitness Instruction

Work History

Tutor

Wyzant & GoPeer
12.2020 - Current
  • Provided more than 100 hours of one-on-one tutoring sessions in Algebra I, Algebra 2, Writing, Chemistry, Video Production and English, which helped improve confidence levels, test scores and abilities.
  • Instructed students from diverse socio-economic backgrounds to help to improve writing skills and excel in school.

Certified Group Fitness Instructor

CU Boulder Recreation Center
Boulder, CO
02.2022 - Current
  • Teaching cycle, barre and F45 classes
  • Cultivating positive relationships with participants by interacting during group fitness classes.
  • Creating inviting fitness spaces that welcome and include people with diverse backgrounds, abilities and orientations.

Undergraduate Researcher

Pieter Johnson's Laboratory CU Boulder
Boulder, CO
02.2023 - 08.2023
  • Worked in collaborative setting to better understand data on Black Spot Syndrome (BSS) in Ocean Surgeonfish
  • Traveled to Curacao to collect transect data
  • Used Citizen Science data and photos to assess infection rates across geographic locations

Digital Content Creator and Writer

Coloradan Alumni Magazine
Boulder, CO
01.2022 - 08.2022
  • Interview sources, contacts and leads to gather information for stories.
  • Develop and pursue stories independently and for assignment, covering range of topics and events.

Deckhand/Stewardess

Eastern Star Cruises
Glen Cove, NY
07.2022 - 08.2022
  • Performed vessel maintenance services, including cleaning, painting and basic repairs.
  • Handled rigging and lines.
  • Catered to guests including serving food, working behind the bar, clearing plates and helping to organize events.

Bakery Clerk and Barista

Krispy Mango Cafe and Bakeshop
Huntington, New York
06.2021 - 07.2022
  • Assisted Bakers in serving and preparing goods.
  • Greeted incoming patrons, offered menu advice and documented order details and special preferences.
  • Contributed to positive work environment for all staff members through active listening and effective communication.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Evolutionary Biology & Ecology

University of Colorado At Boulder, Boulder, CO

Bachelor of Arts - Journalism

University of Colorado At Boulder, Boulder, CO

Minor - Spanish

University of Colorado At Boulder, Boulder, CO

High School Diploma -

Huntington High School, Huntington, NY
06.2020

Skills

  • General and Personalized Learning Plans
  • Skills Development
  • Online Learning Platforms
  • Progress Reporting
  • CPR First Aid and Secondary Care Certification
  • Class Instruction
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Student Engagement

Affiliations

  • Technical Director: CU Boulder Sko Buff Sports Sports Broadcasting Club
  • Editor-in-Chief, Huntington High School Dispatch (2019-2020)
  • Sea|mester (Sept-Dec 2020); studied Marine Biology, Oceanography and Conservation while crewing and scuba diving aboard an 88ft. Gaff-Rigged Schooner

Certification

  • Red Cross CPR, First Aid and Secondary Care - 2023
  • Group Fitness Instruction (Cycle, Barre, F45, AdaptX, Cardio Kickboxing)
  • PADI Advanced Open Water Diver/Rescue Diver - 2020
  • IYT International Crew Certification, Navigation Master Marine Communications Master - 2020

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Spanish
Professional

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