Nathan Bolognese
Columbia
Summary
Knowledgeable Martial Arts Instructor bringing 3 years experience in working with pre-K through middle school students. Caring and hands-on teacher enthusiastic about imparting core principles and key techniques to students of all levels.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Retail Associate
Lil' Thingamajigs
Ellicott City, MD
11.2025 - 01.2026
- Assisted customers in product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring accurate stock availability and organization.
- Processed transactions efficiently using point-of-sale systems, minimizing wait times.
- Served as a trusted keyholder responsible for executing daily opening and closing procedures, ensuring strict compliance with store security protocols.
- Coordinated venue logistics and layout optimization for special events, ensuring seamless setup and a high-quality guest experience.
- Facilitated seamless customer transactions and accurate point-of-sale data entry by mastering the Shopify POS platform.
Barista
Mad City Coffee
Columbia, MD
05.2025 - 11.2025
- Prepared high-quality espresso beverages and specialty drinks to meet customer preferences.
- Assisted in training new baristas on beverage preparation and customer service techniques.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations, ensuring compliance with health and safety standards.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize workflow during peak hours, enhancing service efficiency.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, managing transactions and balancing cash drawers daily.
- Maintained a clean and organized workspace for optimal productivity and safety.
- Promoted a welcoming atmosphere by greeting customers with a friendly demeanor and promptly addressing their needs.
- Maintained regular and consistent attendance and punctuality.
- Served as a trusted keyholder responsible for executing daily opening and closing procedures, ensuring strict compliance with store security protocols.
Tae Kwon Do Instructor
Victory Martial Arts
Elkridge, MD
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Worked with students pre-school through age 12
- Planned and delivered structured Tae Kwon Do curriculum to students, receiving excellent reviews
- Taught foundational Tae Kwon Do techniques and drills
- Provided individualized coaching to support student skill progression
- Monitored and documented student progress and maintained accurate student records and paperwork
- Maintained a safe, organized training environment through routine cleaning and equipment checks
- Communicated regularly with students and families—answered phones, resolved concerns, and coordinated scheduling
- Cultivated a supportive atmosphere focused on promoting learning and well-being for every pupil
- Served as a Special Team of Role Models (STORM) for 2 years
- Delivered engaging Taekwondo classes to diverse age groups, fostering skill development and confidence.
- Monitored student progress through regular assessments, ensuring consistent skill advancement and retention.
- Collaborated with parents to communicate student progress and address concerns effectively.
- Supported students'' participation in competitions, providing guidance on strategy development, mental preparation techniques, and sportsmanship principles.
- Enhanced students'' physical fitness levels through rigorous exercise routines and targeted drills.
- Continually updated personal knowledge of Taekwondo techniques, trends, and best practices to provide expert instruction for all participants.
- Increased student retention by maintaining a positive, safe, and disciplined learning environment.
- Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to address specific challenges faced by individual students in their Taekwondo practice.
- Prepared students for belt testing, ensuring proper technique and mastery of required skills.
- Taught both core principles and fighting techniques to students of all levels.
Volunteer
Boy Scouts of America
West Friendship, MD
06.2016 - 08.2018
- Mentored junior scouts in essential life skills, fostering development in health education, creative problem-solving, and interpersonal communication.
- Supervised the daily transit and movement of scouts across camp facilities, ensuring accountability and timely arrivals.
- Promoted a culture of accountability and respect, swiftly addressing behavioral challenges and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
Education
High School Diploma - Communications
Hammond High School
Columbia, MD06-2018
Skills
- Age-Appropriate Instruction
- Student Progress Evaluation
- Curriculum & Skill Development
- Youth Mentorship & Leadership
- Tae Kwon Do Philosophy & Ethics
Instructional & Leadership
Martial Arts Expertise
- Advanced Sparring & Technical Forms
- Dojang Safety & Risk Management
- Classroom Management
- Cross-Cultural Sensitivity
- Patience, Empathy & Active Listening
- Conflict Resolution
Interpersonal & Communication
Accomplishments
Earned Poom Dee belt
Timeline
Retail Associate
Lil' Thingamajigs
11.2025 - 01.2026
Barista
Mad City Coffee
05.2025 - 11.2025
Tae Kwon Do Instructor
Victory Martial Arts
09.2022 - 05.2025
Volunteer
Boy Scouts of America
06.2016 - 08.2018
High School Diploma - Communications
Hammond High School