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Education
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Certification
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Rolando Alvarado

Houston

Summary

Knowledgeable Martial Arts Instructor bringing over 13 years of experience in teaching kids of all ages Taekwondo and Hapkido. Caring and hands-on teacher enthusiastic about imparting core principles and key techniques to students of all levels.

Overview

12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Taekwondo Instructor

Nexus Martial Arts
12.2024 - Current
  • Supported students'' participation in competitions, providing guidance on strategy development, mental preparation techniques, and sportsmanship principles.
  • Fostered strong relationships with parents and guardians to encourage open communication regarding student progress.
  • Enhanced students'' physical fitness levels through rigorous exercise routines and targeted drills.
  • Boosted confidence in students by recognizing individual achievements and encouraging personal growth within the sport.
  • Assisted with sparring and contact exercises to pair students of similar rank, size, and age.
  • Provided one-on-one coaching sessions to address specific challenges faced by individual students in their Taekwondo practice.
  • Developed effective warm-up routines to minimize injury risk while enhancing flexibility, balance, and agility for participants.

Pipefitter

AIS
01.2021 - Current
  • Installed and maintained industrial piping fittings, valves, flanges and clamps to complete systems setup.
  • Threaded pipes using piping machines.
  • Followed safe work practices, which included fall protection and personal protective equipment.
  • Read and interpreted blueprints, diagrams and other technical drawings to determine best installation methods.
  • Promoted a safe work environment by adhering to company safety policies and procedures at all times during pipefitting operations.
  • Enhanced safety by conducting regular inspections of tools and equipment, ensuring proper maintenance and functionality.
  • Increased efficiency by collaborating with team members to install, assemble and repair piping systems in various construction projects.
  • Achieved zero leaks on completed installations, meticulously testing and adjusting systems as needed.
  • Cut and drilled holes in walls to permit passage of pipes.

Taekwondo Instructor

Stellar Martial Arts
07.2013 - 10.2024
  • 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.
  • Improved student competency in Taekwondo by developing comprehensive training programs and lesson plans.
  • Promoted teamwork among students by organizing group activities and sparring sessions during class time.
  • Imparted key etiquette points, discipline, and respect.
  • Instructed on proper breathing techniques, stances, and forms.

Sales Representative

Cushion Sellers LLC
09.2017 - 01.2020
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by addressing concerns promptly and providing exceptional service.
  • Generated additional sales opportunities with upselling and cross-selling techniques.
  • Expanded customer base through cold calling, networking, and relationship building.
  • Increased sales revenue by identifying and targeting high-potential accounts.
  • Developed tailored solutions in response to unique customer needs, increasing overall satisfaction rates.
  • Achieved top performer status consistently through dedication to meeting goals and exceeding expectations.
  • Negotiated favorable terms in contracts, ensuring both customer satisfaction and profitability.
  • Led training sessions for new sales representatives, enhancing team expertise and performance.
  • Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
  • Contributed to event marketing, sales and brand promotion.

Busser

Mamacita's Restaurant & Cantina
05.2017 - 08.2017
  • Reset and cleaned tables quickly to prepare for new customers.
  • Collected trash, wiped up spills, and removed trays to maintain fresh and clean customer areas.
  • Worked quickly, communicated with other staff and always looked for better ways of completing tasks to improve productivity and keep tables ready for incoming guests.
  • Completed side work duties, ensuring that all necessary supplies were stocked for shift success.
  • Kept close eye on customers to quickly spot leaving guests and clear tables for future patrons.
  • Organized and cleaned assigned sections by sanitizing and cleaning table, counter, and kitchen surfaces.

Cashier

Cici's Pizza
03.2014 - 11.2015
  • Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
  • Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
  • Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
  • Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Resolved customer complaints professionally, leading to improved customer relations and loyalty.
  • Addressed customer needs and made product recommendations to increase sales.

Education

No Degree - Engineering

University of Houston
Houston, TX

No Degree - Associate of Arts

Lonestar Community College
Houston, TX

High School Diploma -

Jersey Village High School
Houston, TX
06-2012

Skills

  • Self-defense instruction
  • Martial arts ethics
  • Student progress evaluation
  • Knowledge of taekwondo history
  • Advanced sparring skills
  • Physical fitness and conditioning
  • Self-defense
  • Avoidance techniques
  • Strong leadership
  • Multitasking
  • Relationship development
  • Individualized coaching

Accomplishments

  • Achieved the title of Taekwondo Instructor through effectively demonstrating the skill sets required by the Kukkiwon, the World Federation of Taekwondo headquarters.
  • Collaborated with team of 4 in the development of the school, Nexus Martial Arts

Affiliations

  • Nexus Martial Arts

Certification

  • Certified Taekwondo Instructor through Nexus Martial Arts, 3rd Degree Black Belt Houston, Tx
  • Certified Taekwondo Black Belt through Kukkiwon, World Taekwondo headquarters in South Korea
  • Certified Hapkido Black Belt through Hapkido Federation headquarters in South Korea

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Taekwondo Instructor

Nexus Martial Arts
12.2024 - Current

Pipefitter

AIS
01.2021 - Current

Sales Representative

Cushion Sellers LLC
09.2017 - 01.2020

Busser

Mamacita's Restaurant & Cantina
05.2017 - 08.2017

Cashier

Cici's Pizza
03.2014 - 11.2015

Taekwondo Instructor

Stellar Martial Arts
07.2013 - 10.2024

No Degree - Engineering

University of Houston

No Degree - Associate of Arts

Lonestar Community College

High School Diploma -

Jersey Village High School

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