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Linda O'Toole

Las Vegas,NV

Summary

Talented and dedicated hatha and gentle yoga instructor with significant training and continued education experience. Leads classes and encourages students delivering exceptional instruction. Highly effective at developing strong relationships with students. Caring and hardworking team leader with a strong work ethic.

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience

Work History

Yoga Instructor

Body of Wisdom Yoga
Highland Park, IL
01.2024 - Current
  • Online yoga platform taught by instructors 55 and older. (www.bodyofwisdom.com)
  • Created online yoga videos geared to meet the needs of practitioners 55 and older.
  • Educate students about anatomy related principles such as posture alignment and muscular engagement.
  • Instruct students on how to properly use props such as blocks, straps, bolsters, blankets. during class time.
  • Demonstrate poses through verbal instructions as well as visual demonstrations when needed.

Yoga Intructor

Yogaview
Wilmette, IL
01.2023 - 08.2024
  • Developed a variety of gently yoga classes based on the needs of the participants.
  • Kept up-to-date by attending trainings, workshops, conferences regularly.
  • Prepared written material such as newsletters to promote awareness of yoga benefits.
  • Educated participants about anatomy, physiology, philosophy and lifestyle related topics.
  • Demonstrated postures using correct body mechanics and anatomical terminology.
  • Utilized props and innovative techniques to make yoga accessible to beginners and those with limitations.

Yoga Instructor

Reach Yoga
Glencoe, IL
01.2014 - 07.2024
  • Demonstrated postures using correct body mechanics and anatomical terminology.
  • Developed a variety of classes based on the needs of the participants.
  • Kept up-to-date with yoga teaching skills by attending trainings, workshops, conferences regularly.
  • Assisted students with proper alignment in poses, breathing techniques, and modifications as needed.
  • Educated participants about anatomy, physiology, philosophy and lifestyle related topics.
  • Created strong following within local community.

VIce President, Marketing

Vi, formerly Classic Residence by Hyatt
Chicago, IL, IL
01.2000 - 01.2006
  • Hired, trained and mentored a team of marketing professionals to maintain high standards of excellence.
  • Evaluated effectiveness of existing strategies by conducting post-campaign analysis.
  • Monitored competitors' activities in order to stay ahead in the competitive landscape.
  • Established partnerships with key stakeholders to expand reach within the marketplace.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies to increase brand awareness, reach target markets and maximize profits.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism

Boston College
Chestnut, IL
05-1984

Skills

  • Class design
  • Teaching Forms and Techniques
  • Individual and Group Instruction
  • Group and individual instruction
  • Pose Modifications
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Music Preparation and Setup
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Relationship Development

Timeline

Yoga Instructor

Body of Wisdom Yoga
01.2024 - Current

Yoga Intructor

Yogaview
01.2023 - 08.2024

Yoga Instructor

Reach Yoga
01.2014 - 07.2024

VIce President, Marketing

Vi, formerly Classic Residence by Hyatt
01.2000 - 01.2006

Bachelor of Arts - English, Journalism

Boston College

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