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Rebecca Walke

Redlands,CA

Summary

Talented instructor with over 10 years teaching experience effectively facilitates learning for students of all ages by providing engaging, relevant instruction with extensive background in the fields of science, health, and safety. Adaptable teaching methods and instructional materials based on varying needs, abilities and interests of students. Proficient in crafting lesson plans with clear objectives easily communicated to students. Hardworking and energetic individual with excellent communication and supervisory skills, dedicated to supporting a safe classroom environment.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Independent Health and Safety Instructor

Red Cross
06.2016 - Current
  • Increased student motivation by developing engaging lesson plans that catered to various learning styles.
  • Instructed students on how to perform head-to-toe assessments on patients and how to intervene in medical emergencies.
  • Incorporated diverse teaching methods to accommodate various learning styles, improving overall comprehension levels among students.
  • Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through development of innovative solutions.
  • Promoted safe learning environment by maintaining proper equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and usage protocols during practice sessions.

Regional Manager

Special Olympics
08.2006 - 01.2013
  • Developed and implemented training modules for volunteers and coaches, bringing program participants up to speed on standard operations.
  • Created contacts with community organizations to obtain commitments to support volunteer program through contributions and volunteer hours.
  • Organized, staffed, and supervised cohesive, mission-oriented events ranging from 20 trainees to over 1,000 athletes and 1,200 volunteers.
  • Experienced in preparing and maintaining budget, soliciting grants and maintaining records.
  • Developed effective communication tools by creating collateral for over 500 coaches and 2,300 athletes and families.

Volunteer Coordinator

Loma Linda University Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2006
  • Coordinated and implemented quarterly special events for volunteer service appreciation.
  • Worked with program teams to identify and match 20-50 volunteers each month with appropriate activities.
  • Developed comprehensive training materials to ensure volunteers were well-prepared for their roles .
  • Monitored volunteer performance to enforce compliance with established policies and regulations.

Clinical Instructor

Fuentes Family Counseling
11.2005 - 01.2006
  • Promoted memory, cognition and language development with hands-on activities and individualized instruction.
  • Designed creative lesson plans that accommodated diverse learning styles prevalent among autistic learners.
  • Established strong rapport with autistic students by demonstrating empathy, patience, and understanding of their unique needs.
  • Worked with students with moderate to severe autism to increase life skills.

Membership Director

Weingart-Lakewood Family YMCA
06.2003 - 01.2004
  • Conducted periodic surveys of members'' needs/preferences in order to inform future programming decisions.
  • Managed annual budget allocation relating specifically towards membership services/programming activities in consultation with other department heads and stakeholders.
  • Organized and executed successful events, fostering a sense of community among members.

Education Presenter

Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific
04.2000 - 02.2003
  • Conducted thorough research on presentation topics, ensuring accuracy and relevance of information shared with audiences.
  • Developed and delivered informative and engaging presentations on various topics, leading to increased knowledge retention among attendees.
  • Managed time efficiently during presentations to cover all essential points while maintaining audience interest and avoiding information overload.
  • Facilitated and led science labs, dissections, and assisted in data gathering.

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Redlands YMCA
01.1998 - 08.2002
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
  • Maximized customer satisfaction by greeting pool patrons with courtesy and resolving issues promptly.
  • Collaborated closely with management to identify areas for improvement within lifeguarding program.
  • Demonstrated rescue techniques and provided first aid in emergency situations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University
Long Beach, CA
06.2003

Skills

  • Student Motivation and Engagement
  • Instructional Techniques
  • Classroom Safety Practices
  • First Aid Training
  • Advanced Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation
  • Emergency medical response
  • Special needs teaching
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Public Speaking
  • Lesson Planning
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Skilled in most common Microsoft and Google office products

Accomplishments

President of Psi Chi, National Honor Society in Psychology

Certification

  • Lifeguard Instructor, Red Cross - 2006 - present
  • CPR/AED/First Aid Instructor, Red Cross - 2006-present
  • Water Safety Instructor, Red Cross - 2022-present
  • Lifeguard, Red Cross - 1998 -present

Timeline

Independent Health and Safety Instructor

Red Cross
06.2016 - Current

Regional Manager

Special Olympics
08.2006 - 01.2013

Clinical Instructor

Fuentes Family Counseling
11.2005 - 01.2006

Volunteer Coordinator

Loma Linda University Medical Center
05.2004 - 08.2006

Membership Director

Weingart-Lakewood Family YMCA
06.2003 - 01.2004

Education Presenter

Long Beach Aquarium of the Pacific
04.2000 - 02.2003

Lifeguard/Swim Instructor

Redlands YMCA
01.1998 - 08.2002

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

California State University

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