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Monica Garcia

Miami,FL

Summary

Certified Personal Trainer offers eight years of experience as a competitive Olympic Weightlifter. Results-oriented and adaptable with passion for designing training plans to maximize performance, improve endurance and increase overall wellbeing. Strategic thinker with exceptional health and wellness expertise. Energetic Trainer with thorough knowledge of diverse strength training programs and group classes. Versed in assessing client fitness levels and safely supporting goals.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Art Teacher, K-12

Miami-dade County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current
  • Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
  • Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
  • Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
  • Sponsored student fine arts clubs, attending club meetings and events.
  • Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.

S.A.I.L. Lab Tutor/Manager on Duty

Miami-Dade College
01.2000 - 07.2004
  • Monitored student progress and provided feedback and support.
  • Maintained records of student assessments, tutoring activities and results.

America Reads Tutor

Miami-Dade College
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.

Secretary

Miami-Dade College
08.1997 - 06.1998
  • Scheduled appointments and conducted follow-up calls to clients.
  • Answered multi-line phone system and enthusiastically greeted callers.
  • Maintained daily report documents, memos and invoices.
  • Maintained office supplies inventory by checking stock and ordering new supplies.

Education

Certificate in Personal Training - Personal Training

National Academy of Sports Medicine
Online
11.2023

Master of Science - Educational Technolgy

Nova Southeastern University
Davie, FL
07.2009

Master of Science - Art Edcuation

Florida International University
Miami, FL
04.2004

Skills

  • Former Olympic Weightlifting Athlete (8 Years)
  • Athletic Training and Coaching
  • Weight Training
  • Competitive
  • Strength Training
  • Strong Work Ethic
  • Certified Personal Trainer
  • Recovery Techniques
  • Hand-Eye Coordination
  • Injury Prevention
  • Flexibility and Mobility
  • Endurance Training

Certification

  • CPT - Certified Personal Trainer

Timeline

Art Teacher, K-12

Miami-dade County Public Schools
08.2004 - Current

S.A.I.L. Lab Tutor/Manager on Duty

Miami-Dade College
01.2000 - 07.2004

America Reads Tutor

Miami-Dade College
01.1998 - 01.2000

Secretary

Miami-Dade College
08.1997 - 06.1998

Certificate in Personal Training - Personal Training

National Academy of Sports Medicine

Master of Science - Educational Technolgy

Nova Southeastern University

Master of Science - Art Edcuation

Florida International University
Monica Garcia