Marie Mielke
Cedar Rapids
Summary
I am deeply caring, personable and dedicated to my work. I have experience in a variety of areas. I am committed to being a team player with an upbeat, positive attitude, and proven skill in establishing rapport with clients, students, and coworkers. I am very motivated to maintain customer satisfaction and contribute to the company's success. I am articulate, enthusiastic and consistently demonstrate passion for building relationships, cultivating partnerships and growing businesses.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Style Consultant
Target
Cedar Rapids
11.2024 - Current
- Fold and hang clothing items according to store standards.
- Replenished supplies such as hangers, bags and tags when necessary.
- Manage fitting room
- Help guests find items or make decisions about
- Developed style solutions for clients, including color palettes, outfit ideas, and accessory selections.
- Backstock items and find solutions when products can not be found.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Heat Yoga
Cedar Rapids
09.2023 - Current
- Lead hot yoga sessions focusing on breath, strength, and flexibility for up to 15 people at a time.
- Assist students with proper alignment in poses and modifications as needed.
- Integrate mindfulness and meditation practices into sessions to support body-mind connection.
- Motivated students by providing positive reinforcement throughout the session.
- Worked collaboratively with other instructors on staff at the studio to create unique experiences for participants.
- Manage front desk, accept payments and help with refunds.
- Help clients choose and purchase the most fitting yoga packages.
Clergy Sexual Abuse Survivor Advocate
Jeff Anderson and Associates
St. Paul
11.2013 - Current
- Provided emotional support for victims and survivors throughout their healing journey.
- Spoke publicly on behalf of the 450 victims fighting for justice in the case against the Archdiocese of St. Paul
- Worked with Jeff Anderson and his team
Music Production Assistant
Luke Spehar
St Paul
08.2012 - Current
- Contribute to the creative process through editing of music for upcoming albums
- Help with stage design for concerts
- Photograph artist for album covers and social media posts
- Work with social media coordinator to choose what gets posted
- Recorded with Luke as background vocals on All is Gift album recorded by Grammy Award winning artist Ben Harper
Certified Assistant Montessori Teacher
Cedar Valley Montessori School
Cedar Rapids
08.2023 - 10.2024
- Organized classroom activities and materials according to Montessori principles.
- Created an inviting atmosphere in the classroom by displaying artwork created by students.
- Participated in professional development workshops focused on best practices in early childhood education.
- Encouraged creativity, exploration and problem solving among students using Montessori approaches.
- Guided students through hands-on activities such as sorting, counting and matching objects.
- Observed student behavior and progress, providing feedback to Lead Teacher when necessary.
Certified Body Mind Method Life Coach
Mindful Warrior
Cedar Rapids
03.2021 - 05.2023
- Listened with body, mind and soul to the stories of my clients.
- Guided clients through breath work, body-mind connection exercises, yoga, deep conversation, and art therapy
- Encouraged development of relevant skills to help overcome specific concerns.
- Helped clients set weekly goals and plan how to accomplish objectives through the body-mind lense
Certified Music Together Teacher
Orchestra Iowa & Music Together in the Valley
Cedar Rapids
03.2010 - 03.2020
- Taught children and families music based on the methods of Music Together
- Guided families through music immersion and music together philosophy
- Exposed children to music from all over the world and taught them how to sing in various keys
- Gave lessons on music theory
- Engaged students in improvisational activities designed to promote creativity and self-expression.
Specials Teacher
Purple Bloom
Coralville
01.2019 - 05.2019
- Taught art, music, yoga and literature on a weekly basis. Each day of the week had a different theme.
- Went from classroom to classroom to engage students in the activity of the day.
- Developed curriculum based on the season and age of the children.
Freelance Writer
Soul Gardening
San Francisco
01.2012 - 08.2016
- Wrote prose and poetry for the Soul Gardening Journal -a non-profit international journal with a focus on motherhood
- Was accepted to be published in the Soul Gardening book
- Proofread copy to check grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and organization of material.
- Edited and revised content based on feedback to meet publication standards.
Education
Some College (No Degree) - English
University of Minnesota
Minneapolis, MNSome College (No Degree) - Journalism
Holy Cross College
Notre Dame, INSome College (No Degree) - Inner City Elementary Education
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
Minneapolis, MNSkills
- Public speaking
- Coaching proficiency
- Creative
- Caring and Empathetic
- Trauma-informed
- Dependable
- Great Communication Skills
- Writing
- Adaptable thinking
- Product knowledge
Timeline
Style Consultant
Target
11.2024 - Current
Certified Yoga Instructor
Heat Yoga
09.2023 - Current
Certified Assistant Montessori Teacher
Cedar Valley Montessori School
08.2023 - 10.2024
Certified Body Mind Method Life Coach
Mindful Warrior
03.2021 - 05.2023
Specials Teacher
Purple Bloom
01.2019 - 05.2019
Clergy Sexual Abuse Survivor Advocate
Jeff Anderson and Associates
11.2013 - Current
Music Production Assistant
Luke Spehar
08.2012 - Current
Freelance Writer
Soul Gardening
01.2012 - 08.2016
Certified Music Together Teacher
Orchestra Iowa & Music Together in the Valley
03.2010 - 03.2020
Some College (No Degree) - English
University of Minnesota
Some College (No Degree) - Journalism
Holy Cross College
Some College (No Degree) - Inner City Elementary Education
Minneapolis Community And Technical College
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