Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
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Rebecca Jurgens

Maspeth,NY

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School
06.2022 - Current

- Instructed daily swim lessons for students of diverse ages and skill levels, tailoring instruction to individual needs.

- Fostered a fun, engaging learning environment through interactive activities and games that reinforced key swimming skills.

-Boosted swimmer confidence by providing consistent positive reinforcement and targeted feedback to improve technique.


-Recognized as a Golden Teacher for excellence in swim instruction and leadership; trained and mentored new swim instructors to uphold program standards.

Rebecca Jurgens' Cookies

Self Employed
06.2021 - Current

-Founded and operate a custom cookie decorating business specializing in hand-decorated themed cookies for events, businesses, and individuals.


-Manage all aspects of the business, including product design, baking, decorating, packaging, customer service, marketing, and order fulfillment.


-Create unique, high-quality cookie designs tailored to client needs, maintaining consistency and attention to detail across large and small orders.


-Develop and execute marketing strategies through social media (Instagram, Facebook) to grow audience engagement and attract new clients.


-Handle invoicing, payments, inventory management, and supplier relationships to ensure smooth business operations.


-Build and maintain positive client relationships through clear communication, timely delivery, and exceptional customer service.


-Collaborate with organizations and high-profile events to provide custom cookies, expanding brand visibility and recognition.

Christ The King Nursery School

Teaching Assisstant
05.2021 - 08.2021

-Highly self-motivated with a strong sense of personal responsibility and accountability.


-Gained hands-on experience working in a nursery school, fostering a nurturing, safe, and engaging environment for young children.


-Skilled at working both independently and collaboratively within a team.


-Demonstrates a proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new challenges and situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Education

St. Joseph's University
Brooklyn, NY
05-2025

High School Diploma -

The Mary Louis Academy
Jamaica Estates, NY
05-2022

No Degree -

St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy
Maspeth, NY
06-2018

Skills

    -Patience and empathy
    -Professionalism and punctuality
    -Child supervision
    -Creative thinking
    -Time management
    -Attention to detail
    -Customer service excellence
    -Communication skills
    -Problem-solving
    -Multitasking
    -Leadership and mentoring
    -Adaptability
    -Social media marketing
    -Event planning and coordination

Accomplishments

  • Recipient of the Art Award at The Mary Louis Academy (TMLA)
  • Recipient of the Catholic Leadership Award at The Mary Louis Academy (TMLA)
  • Created custom cookies for celebrity clients and high-profile events



Certification

-New York State Initial Certification in Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2), In Progress

-New York State Initial Certification in Childhood Education (Grades 1–6), In Progress

-New York State Initial Certification in Students with Disabilities – Early Childhood Education (Birth–Grade 2), In Progress

-New York State Initial Certification in Students with Disabilities – Childhood Education (Grades 1–6), In Progress

Timeline

Swim Instructor

Goldfish Swim School
06.2022 - Current

Rebecca Jurgens' Cookies

Self Employed
06.2021 - Current

Christ The King Nursery School

Teaching Assisstant
05.2021 - 08.2021

Bachelor of Arts - Education

St. Joseph's University

High School Diploma -

The Mary Louis Academy

No Degree -

St. Stanislaus Kostka Catholic Academy
Rebecca Jurgens