Dedicated and community-driven recreation professional with a strong background in programming, event planning, and youth engagement, seeking to serve as Athletic and Aquatic Supervisor for the City of Sedona.Bringing hands-on leadership experience, a passion for public service, and a commitment to creating inclusive, high-quality programs that promote health, safety, and lifelong wellness for residents of all ages.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Recreational Aide
City of Sedona
Sedona, Arizona
01.2025 - Current
Encouraged social interaction among participants by designing team-building activities.
Created a welcoming environment that respected diversity among participants' backgrounds.
Developed relationships with community organizations to expand access to resources.
Maintained records of program attendance and participation levels.
Assist in the planning and implementation of recreational programs for various age groups, including sports leagues, summer camp programs, and aquatics programs.
Provide customer service to park visitors by answering questions, addressing concerns, and directing them to appropriate resources.
Assist in the coordination of special events, such as community festivals, summer camps, and outdoor concerts.
Promote programs and activities to community members through flyers, social media, and direct communication.
Prepare training guides and materials for lifeguards and volunteers.
Create thorough how-to guides for future recreational positions within the department.
Assist with administrative tasks, including registration, data entry, and event planning paperwork.
Work as part of a team to ensure the smooth operation of daily activities and events, collaborating with colleagues and supervisors.
Assisted in HR and staffing interviews for the 2025 aquatic pool season.
Collaborated with Volunteer Sedona to develop volunteer opportunities for all special events, as well as a comprehensive volunteer log.
Built close relationships with local businesses, and acquired donations to boost community engagement at special events.
Created social media marketing posts to boost recreational programming.
Created sponsorship banners and attire to sell at sports events, such as the first Red Rock Rally Pickleball Tournament.
Yoga Instructor
Prana of Sedona LLC-Sole Proprietorship
Sedona, Arizona
06.2022 - Current
Designed and implemented personalized yoga programs for individual clients, meeting specific health and wellness goals.
Evaluated client progress and adapted programs accordingly for optimal results.
Provided adjustments and modifications to ensure safety and comfort for all participants.
Fostered a culture of inclusivity, ensuring yoga practice was accessible to all demographics.
Collaborated with Community Library Sedona to develop wellness programs for children, adults, and seniors.
Developed and distributed educational content on the benefits of yoga for stress relief and physical health.
Utilized props and innovative techniques to make yoga accessible to beginners and those with limitations.
Integrated mindfulness and meditation practices into sessions to support mental health.
Performed administrative tasks including scheduling, client communication, and record keeping.
Engaged in continuous education on yoga trends and techniques to provide up-to-date instruction.
Utilized social media and community events to promote yoga classes and wellness workshops.
Developed Sedona's first-ever kids' yoga summer camp program, reaching 100% occupancy for two consecutive years.
Fostered close relationships with private prenatal clients throughout the entire pregnancy term to promote healthy birth practices.
Utilized analytics tools such as Google Analytics to measure website traffic and optimize SEO strategies.
Created campaigns across multiple platforms including social media, email, display advertising, search engine optimization, and website design.
Caregiver
Various Families
Various Locations, AZ, NY, And NJ
02.2017 - 05.2025
Respected the rights of each individual client while maintaining confidentiality of all personal information.
Planned age-appropriate educational activities designed to promote learning and development.
Managed household duties including laundry, grocery shopping or light housekeeping tasks when necessary.
Responded quickly in emergency situations using sound judgment and problem solving skills.
Facilitated accessible home-school curriculum to the local community to enhance social development
Communicated with parents regularly to discuss progress, concerns and any other issues related to the care of their children.
Organized and planned a variety of activities to stimulate physical, mental and emotional growth for the children.
Maintained a safe, healthy and nurturing environment for the children in their home.
Administered basic first aid techniques when needed while monitoring health conditions closely.
Developed lasting, professional relationships with families by encouraging open communication and delivering positive feedback.
Managed staff payrolls, benefits, and other administrative duties related to personnel needs.
Organized and maintained household inventory records, including supplies and equipment.
Monitored service provider performance to ensure quality of services delivered.
Coordinated with outside contractors on all renovations or remodeling projects.
Managed a team of employees, daily progress reports, and overall project planning for homes and families.
Managed schedules for family members and organized travel plans for business trips and vacations.
Assistant Manager
Massage Envy
Rockaway, NJ
11.2015 - 01.2017
Managed a team of 40 employees including massage therpaists, estheticians, and front-of- house sales staff.
Ensured compliance with safety regulations and company policies.
Provided guidance and support to junior staff members on daily tasks, projects, and objectives.
Monitored employee attendance records, timekeeping, and payroll information.
Managed customer service inquiries and complaints in a timely manner.
Developed a system for tracking inventory and ordering supplies as needed.
Organized training sessions for new hires to familiarize them with the workplace environment.
Assisted in the development of operational strategies to ensure efficient and productive operations.
Conducted regular performance reviews for employees to identify areas of improvement.
Maintained accurate records of sales transactions using point-of-sale systems.
Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
Created reports on sales trends, inventory levels, and financial data.
Analyzed sales data to identify trends and adjust strategies accordingly.
Created and managed budgets for travel, training, and team-building activities.
Event Planner
Comfort Inn And Suites Atlantic City Nj
Mount Pleasant, MI
11.2014 - 11.2015
Coordinated a wide variety of events, including weddings, business conferences, expositions, and private events.
Organized catering services by selecting menu items, negotiating prices, ordering food and beverages, setting up buffet areas.
Maintained accurate records related to attendance, budgeting, contracts.
Initiated post-event evaluations to assess success levels of events.
Coordinated and managed vendors for events, ensuring all vendor requirements were met in a timely fashion.
Created floor plans, seating arrangements, and other visuals as needed for each event.
Scheduled and attended pre-event meetings with clients to discuss event details and objectives.
Monitored guest satisfaction levels throughout the duration of an event.
Provided technical support during events such as audio, visual equipment setup, operation and troubleshooting.
Handled customer service inquiries related to specific events or venues.
Helped with end-to-end event planning process through meetings, walk-throughs and day-of execution.
Collaborated with leadership and colleagues to coordinate staffing for each event.
Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.
Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
Managed on-site event staff and volunteers, providing training and supervision to ensure high levels of service.
Resolved unexpected issues and emergencies during events, maintaining poise and ensuring participant satisfaction.
Ensured that all fire safety regulations were followed during the event.
Conducted onsite inspections prior to events to identify any potential issues or risks.
Kitchen Manager
TGI Fridays
Parsippany, NJ
02.2013 - 09.2014
Ensured compliance with all applicable local, state and federal laws governing food service operations.
Maintained accurate records of food costs, labor costs, waste management and other related expenses.
Reviewed vendor invoices for accuracy before authorizing payment transactions.
Developed and implemented kitchen policies, procedures and quality standards.
Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining a positive attitude towards guests at all times.
Ordered ingredients and supplies to maintain adequate inventory levels for the kitchen.
Trained new kitchen staff on proper food handling techniques and safety regulations.
Analyzed financial data including sales reports, budgeting information and cost analysis reports to make operational decisions.
Managed employee relations by providing guidance on job duties as well as disciplinary actions when needed.
Conducted regular staff meetings to discuss menu changes, safety protocols and performance reviews.
Promoted an atmosphere of teamwork among kitchen staff members by fostering open communication between team members.
Created weekly schedules for kitchen staff members based on anticipated business volume.
Oversaw daily operations of the kitchen including meal preparation, cooking methods, portion sizes and plate presentation.
Education
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
05-2026
Bachelor of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management
Rutgers University
Newark, NJ
08-2025
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences-Humanities Track
Community College of Morris
Randolph, NJ
06-2020
Skills
Grant writing
Community outreach
Project management
Customer service
Program development
Social media promotion
Time management abilities
Individual and group coaching
Problem-solving aptitude
Canva
Microsoft Office
Sportsman Web
Certification
AFO-April 2025
Starfish Swim Instructor Certified June 2025
200-Hour Yoga Instructor
95-Hour Kids Yoga Instructor Certified
Starfish School Swim Instructor
Timeline
Recreational Aide
City of Sedona
01.2025 - Current
Yoga Instructor
Prana of Sedona LLC-Sole Proprietorship
06.2022 - Current
Caregiver
Various Families
02.2017 - 05.2025
Assistant Manager
Massage Envy
11.2015 - 01.2017
Event Planner
Comfort Inn And Suites Atlantic City Nj
11.2014 - 11.2015
Kitchen Manager
TGI Fridays
02.2013 - 09.2014
Master of Public Administration - Public Administration
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Public Administration - Nonprofit Management
Rutgers University
Associate of Science - Liberal Arts And Sciences-Humanities Track