To obtain a position that offers a variety of challenges and responsibilities where my abilities and skillset will be an asset.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certification
Work History
Full-time Teacher
Basic Trust Daycare Center
New York, NY
06.2021 - 08.2023
Assisted the director with the planning of special events by arranging catering services, securing venues and ordering promotional materials.
Contacted companies who did work in the building, organized and filed records for staff and children
Created rosters, templates, and organized information using Microsoft word and Excel
Met the social emotional physical and cognitive developmental needs of children
Assisted in implementing daily program and preparing the learning environment materials and supplies
Led and strategically planned group activities for the children involving art, movement, and physical play
Help with general housekeeping tasks including the serving of snacks.
Established positive relationships with parents to ensure effective communication regarding child behaviors and well-being.
Participated in professional development workshops related to teaching methods or curriculum changes.
Dog Walker
NYC Pooch
New York, NY
01.2020 - 10.2020
Planned and executed time management to ensure each dog was walked in the window the client asked for
Calculated payments by keeping an accurate daily log of time spent with dogs, detailing activities and services provided.
Attracted new clients through referrals and word-of-mouth marketing.
professionally interacted with pet owners when discussing their pets' needs and care requirements.
Paint Instructor
Pinot's Palette
Park Slope, Brooklyn, NY
10.2019 - 03.2020
Took turns teaching and assisting classes with co-workers. Built relationships with them as we taught and learned from each other
Worked closely with employers and brainstormed ideas to attract more customers, such as holiday events and birthday parties
Created original works of art and submitted them to the company so teachers in any location could use them for classes
Encouraged customers who attended classes to purchase art we made and displayed in the studio, by offering deals on framing and bundles
Catered to our audience; created an atmosphere that made sense for the demographic of each class. Altering music, lighting, and refreshments
Taught adults and children of all ages how to create beautiful paintings by instructing how to mix paints, and different stroke techniques, while conversing and giving positive reassurance along the way
Provided a comfortable and motivational working environment for beginner and apprehensive painters that encouraged independence and creativity
Cleaned brushes, and set up paint palettes and easels after each session.
Paint Instructor
A Studio Experience
Brooklyn, NY
01.2019 - 09.2019
Managed and taught all paint classes
Was in charge of keeping an inventory of materials, as well as researching the best quality paints and brushes for the best prices
Replaced all materials as needed to ensure each class had what they needed
Collaborated with business partner on the company logo, then contacted companies to bring it to life and put it on our aprons and business cards
Taught adults and children ranging from ages 9-80, how to create beautiful paintings by giving detailed instructions on how to mix paints, teaching different stroke techniques, while also chatting, conversing, and giving positive reassurance along the way
Provided a comfortable working environment for beginner and apprehensive painters
Encouraged independence and creativity.
Decorator
American Christmas (Seasonal)
Westchester, NY
08.2018 - 01.2019
Used time management to ensure all decorating was completed in the time frame each client asked for. Including strategically divvying up work to effectively get the job done swiftly and efficiently
Established trust with all clients, went through all steps with them, and made sure they approved of all work that was going to be done
Safely used and operated lifts
Ensured that all installations met safety standards.
Provided guidance to team members on various decorating techniques.
Inspected furniture pieces before delivery to ensure quality standards were met.
Organized stockroom supplies in an orderly fashion for easy access when needed.
Dismantled existing decorations prior to new installations.
Administrative Assistant
New Palace Paint
Bronx, NY
09.2016 - 12.2017
Provided administrative support to the executive team, including scheduling meetings and managing calendars.
Organized and maintained filing systems for physical and electronic documents, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality of records.
Managed incoming calls while providing information or transferring callers to appropriate personnel.
Ensured efficient operation of office equipment such as printers, copiers and fax machines.
Coordinated mailings including sorting mail, preparing packages for shipping via courier service or postal service.
Handled confidential documents in an organized fashion according to established protocol.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Theatre
Lehman College
The Bronx, NY
05.2018
Some College (No Degree) - Mathematics
Fisk University
Nashville, TN
Skills
Math
Administrative Support
Proofreading
Organizational Skills
Public Speaking
Filing
Data Entry
Calendar Management
Group Instruction
Critical Thinking
Certification
First Aid Certification
CPR Certification
References
Mary Biggs, Director at Basic Trust, "Natara is an absolute gem. She is smart, hard-working, reliable, and conscientious. I initially hired Natara to help me in the office and anything I gave her to do she did beautifully. She would often collaborate with me and do something beyond my expectations. She is a warm, kind-hearted, deeply honest person. we were so sad to lose her. She will be an enormous asset anywhere she works."
Brittany Blumenthal, mother of a former student, "I don’t have enough positive things to say about Natara. She was my son’s teacher at Basic Trust for one year and I never saw anything but positive energy coming from her. She radiates a love and passion for the work she does and I know she will bring that same dedication to any job she has in the future. She is reliable, patient, and an overall joy to be around. We were devastated to have to say goodbye to her when we left the school!”
Joy Harden, a teacher at Basic Trust daycare," Natara is not at all intimidated by hard work. She takes it all on thoughtfully and completely. She is a true blue, genuine, consistent, responsible, and reliable partner and team player. She wants the best for everyone and works tirelessly, doggedly every day to that end. How she manages to have so much fun with and with such an unwavering disposition of positivity and sunshine, honestly, is as baffling as it is awe-inspiring. In the year I've taught toddlers at Basic Trust daycare with Natara, I've experienced in wonderment the dream caregiver she is by the parent's standards who entrust their children's well-being unequivocally in Natara's care. Natara holds every child's trust, comfort, and adoration and every coworker's respect and high regard. Basic Trust was sure sorry to see Natara go. I have utter confidence in what an outstanding and profound imprint she will make in all whose great fortune it will be to work with her."