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Natasha Andrews

Danbury,CT

Summary

Persistent leader eager to lead and grow organizations. Skilled in strategic planning, problem-solving, and communication with good understanding of business principles, project management and team leadership. Collaborative with relentless work ethic. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level [Job Title] position. Ready to help team achieve company goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. Dedicated NTC Tech professional with a history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Reliable Installer with 2 years of experience in Electrical Distribution roles.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder/Manager

Pink Elephant.LLC
06.2018 - Current
  • Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
  • Attracted top talent for the company, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
  • Led the strategic planning process to define business goals and ensure alignment across all departments.
  • Implemented efficient operational processes to optimize productivity and resource allocation.

Medical Gastrointestinal Tech

Gastrointestinal Medicine
08.2012 - 04.2016
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Assisting physicians /in house medical procedures
  • Ordering medical supplies
  • Scheduling Appointments
  • Lab requisitions
  • Logging / scanning data
  • prepping / cleaning exam rooms
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
  • Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
  • Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
  • Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
  • Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
  • Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.

Life Skills Instructor

Ability Beyond Disability
03.2003 - 06.2012
  • Improved student understanding of life skills by incorporating real-world examples and practical applications into lessons.
  • Enhanced the quality of life skills curriculum by collaborating with fellow educators and administrators to review and revise course materials.
  • Increased student engagement by utilizing interactive teaching methods, such as group activities, role-playing, and problem-solving exercises.
  • Fostered a positive learning environment by creating and maintaining a well-organized classroom space that encouraged open communication and collaboration among students.
  • Aided students in developing essential life skills through personalized instruction tailored to individual needs and goals.
  • Measured student progress using various assessment tools, enabling targeted support for those needing additional guidance or resources.
  • Collaborated with other instructors to design interdisciplinary projects that integrated life skills concepts across different subject areas.
  • Assisted students in setting achievable personal goals related to their overall development, fostering a sense of accomplishment and self efficacy.
  • Mentored students on effective communication techniques, conflict resolution strategies, and decision-making processes crucial for success in daily living situations.
  • Promoted an inclusive learning atmosphere by addressing diverse learning styles through differentiated instruction methods.
  • Supported special education students by modifying lesson content, providing individualized assistance, and implementing accommodations according to IEP requirements.
  • Empowered youth through comprehensive discussions on financial literacy topics such as budgeting, saving money, credit management, and responsible spending habits.
  • Facilitated workshops for parents on various life skills topics aimed at improving family dynamics and promoting healthy relationships within the household.
  • Developed strong rapport with community organizations to create opportunities for field trips or guest speakers that enriched the learning experience for students.
  • Contributed to ongoing professional development initiatives by attending conferences, workshops, or online courses focusing on best practices in life skills education.
  • Served as a mentor to new Life Skills Instructors, sharing knowledge and providing guidance in the development of effective teaching strategies.
  • Organized and led extracurricular activities that allowed students to apply their learned life skills in real-world settings.
  • Provided ongoing support and resources for students transitioning from school to independent living or post-secondary education options.
  • Adapted lesson plans to reflect current events or societal issues relevant to the lives of students, fostering critical thinking.
  • Helped clients to identify challenges and set goals.
  • Modeled positive behavior skills as well as good problem-solving and relationship-building abilities to improve clients' social integration.
  • Provided insight and ideas to promote client growth.
  • Customized strategies based on individuals' goals and strengths and offered each positive reinforcement to continue progress against goals.
  • Intervened in crisis situations to provide counseling and support.
  • Supported people with developmental disabilities and autism in building multi-faceted skillset to promote independence and self-confidence.
  • Helped to integrate clients in local community by teaching important social and work-related skills.
  • Coached clients through difficult life circumstances.
  • Educated clients about important nutritional habits and how to plan healthy meals.
  • Promoted proper sanitation by training on important cleaning tasks in kitchens and bathrooms.
  • Offered training on personal hygiene and grooming skills.
  • Maintained detailed, confidential client files.
  • Identified obstacles to learning in collaboration with adult learners and provided positive reinforcement for performance.
  • Taught individuals with learning or physical difficulties to use technology such as computers, tablets and mobile phones.
  • Assisted with personal care appointments such as haircuts and doctors' appointments.
  • Maintained impeccable records for each client and daily instructional activities.
  • Administered medications and helped clients set reminders to learn how to take important medications according to schedule.
  • Designed assistive technology lesson plans for program staff, providing services to physically and developmentally disabled consumers.
  • Defined and identified key math concepts for adult learners.
  • Facilitated sessions in person and over phone.
  • Assessed effectiveness of training to create more effective future training programs.
  • Developed and maintained relationships with community organizations and agencies.
  • Facilitated outreach activities to build community awareness.
  • Facilitated communication between clients and other service providers.
  • Monitored progress towards service plan goals.
  • Provided support to social service clients in navigating available resources.
  • Implemented and developed programs to address poverty and inequality.

Transducer / NTC Technician

Duck INC
01.2000 - 03.2002
  • Enhanced equipment performance by conducting regular maintenance and troubleshooting tasks.
  • Reduced downtime for machines through proactive identification and resolution of technical issues.
  • Streamlined processes by implementing efficient workflows and improving technician training programs.
  • Increased customer satisfaction with prompt and knowledgeable support for various technical issues.
  • Tested components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.

Education

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Community Culinary Arts
New Milford, CT
12.2017

No Degree - Patient Care Tech

Connecticut Health Career Institute
Danbury, CT
02.2011

High School Diploma -

Henry Abbott Technical High School
Danbury, CT
06.2002

Skills

  • Board Collaboration
  • Customer Acquisition
  • Staff Management
  • Marketing
  • Operations Management
  • Business Development
  • Business Planning
  • Client Engagement
  • Policies and Procedures Development
  • Strategic Vision
  • Financial Administration
  • Recruitment and Hiring
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Team Leadership
  • Networking Abilities
  • Active Listening
  • Effective Communication
  • Content Creation
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Problem Solving
  • Innovation Management
  • Visionary Leadership
  • Customer Focus
  • Time Management
  • Brand Management
  • Sales Expertise
  • Ethics and Integrity

Timeline

Founder/Manager

Pink Elephant.LLC
06.2018 - Current

Medical Gastrointestinal Tech

Gastrointestinal Medicine
08.2012 - 04.2016

Life Skills Instructor

Ability Beyond Disability
03.2003 - 06.2012

Transducer / NTC Technician

Duck INC
01.2000 - 03.2002

No Degree - Culinary Arts

Community Culinary Arts

No Degree - Patient Care Tech

Connecticut Health Career Institute

High School Diploma -

Henry Abbott Technical High School

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