Experienced with mentoring and providing guidance to diverse groups. Utilizes effective communication to foster positive relationships and development. Track record of creating impactful mentorship programs that drive growth and success.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Parental Advocate
Pediatric Congenital Heart Association
03.2010 - Current
Raise awareness that CHD is the #1 birth-defect
Mentor new families who are experiencing the horrific effects of this disease
Provide care packages to area hospitals
Arrange for social gatherings to bring families together for support
Attend the National Congenital Heart Lobby Day in DC yearly and speak to members of Congress to continually support the Congenital Heart Futures Act
Yoga Instructor
Berkeley County Parks & Rec. & Climbing New Height
04.2018 - 07.2022
Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
Pre-K Teacher’s Assistant
EPIC
09.2020 - 10.2021
Supported the teacher in planning and implementing programs
Ensured the daily care and safety of all students
Listened and addressed students’ needs
Maintained a tidy and organized classroom
Yoga Instructor
The Wellness Center (WVU Medicine)
10.2017 - 04.2020
Educated clients on the benefits of a consistent yoga practice for stress reduction, improved flexibility, and overall mental clarity.
Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
Parental Advocate
Berkeley Wellness Committee
09.2015 - 04.2020
Helped implement nutritional guidelines for county schools
Bus Aide
EPIC
09.2007 - 03.2010
Assisted head start children with boarding and exiting the bus
Monitored student safety while in transit – CPR certified
Lead bus evacuations during emergencies
Stayed up to date on all school district policies
Delivery Driver
Advanced Auto Parts
04.2005 - 08.2007
Delivered car parts to auto repair shops
Assisted customers in the store with retail merchandise
Financial Specialist
Wachovia Bank
07.2002 - 08.2004
Assisted customers and businesses with daily money management, financing major purchases, and implemented retirement plans – had series 6/63 Investment License
Answered the phone and provided financial assistance
Sales Representative
American Office Systems
08.2000 - 01.2002
Contacted area businesses to sell office automation equipment
Handled the sale from start to finish - sole contact for the client
Technology Solution Provider
Computer Land
04.2000 - 07.2000
Contacted area businesses to sell a total solution package: network/technical support
Answered the phone and provided technical advice
Account Executive
Heritage Broadcasting
08.1999 - 04.2000
Contacted area businesses daily to sell radio advertising
Composed the commercials for the clients
Chargeback Specialist
A B & C Inc.
11.1996 - 08.1999
Conducted billing inquiries for clients and their customers
Used judgment in applying guidelines for credit problems, analyzing results, and recommending changes
Education
Yin Yoga – 50 hour -
Roots and River Yoga
Brunswick, MD
02.2019
Home Herbalism – 1K hour -
North American Bushcraft School
Hedgesville, WV
12.2018
Yoga Instructor – 200 hour -
Jala Yoga
Shepherdstown, WV
09.2017
National Certified Holistic Nutritionist -
American Fitness Professionals
04.2015
Executive Secretary -
Abbie Business Institute
Frederick, MD
09.1995
Skills
Customer Engagement
Strategic Networking
Student Engagement
Yoga Instruction
Sales Proficiency
Proficient in Typing at 50 WPM
Microsoft Word Proficiency
Microsoft PowerPoint Proficiency
Timeline
Pre-K Teacher’s Assistant
EPIC
09.2020 - 10.2021
Yoga Instructor
Berkeley County Parks & Rec. & Climbing New Height
04.2018 - 07.2022
Yoga Instructor
The Wellness Center (WVU Medicine)
10.2017 - 04.2020
Parental Advocate
Berkeley Wellness Committee
09.2015 - 04.2020
Parental Advocate
Pediatric Congenital Heart Association
03.2010 - Current
Bus Aide
EPIC
09.2007 - 03.2010
Delivery Driver
Advanced Auto Parts
04.2005 - 08.2007
Financial Specialist
Wachovia Bank
07.2002 - 08.2004
Sales Representative
American Office Systems
08.2000 - 01.2002
Technology Solution Provider
Computer Land
04.2000 - 07.2000
Account Executive
Heritage Broadcasting
08.1999 - 04.2000
Chargeback Specialist
A B & C Inc.
11.1996 - 08.1999
Home Herbalism – 1K hour -
North American Bushcraft School
Yoga Instructor – 200 hour -
Jala Yoga
National Certified Holistic Nutritionist -
American Fitness Professionals
Executive Secretary -
Abbie Business Institute
Yin Yoga – 50 hour -
Roots and River Yoga
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