Sara Shade
Casa Om Potomac
Manchester,MD
1
Certification
8
years of professional experience
Dynamic manager with a proven track record at Casa Om Potomac, excelling in staff development and task delegation. Enhanced team performance through tailored training and innovative menu design, ensuring client satisfaction. Skilled in relationship building and adaptable to diverse needs, fostering a welcoming environment for all.
Work History
Manager
1 Year 6 Months- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring compliance with quality standards and safety protocols.
- Implemented staff training to enhance team performance and service delivery. Hired and fired as needed. Set weekly schedules.
- Set menus and developed new meals based on clients needs ranging from vegan, gluten free, vegetarian, and special requests. Ordered all supplies for meals and ensured staff had proper training in all dishes served.
- Managed the housekeeping and turnovers for each groups exit and arrival.
- Communicated with the retreat leaders about their arrival times, schedules, food allergies, bed needs, scheduled massage therapists, and other events on property.
- Was available 24/7 for emergencies as needed and lived on site
- Reported payroll hours
Yoga Teacher
11 Months- Led group classes focusing on alignment, breath control, and mindfulness techniques in coordinance to the Baptiste Yoga Method
- Designed workshops to enhance students' understanding of yoga philosophy and practice.
- Fostered a welcoming environment by checkeding in students, signing up new clients, and cleaning the studio space
Yoga Instructor
3 Years 10 Months- Designed and delivered diverse yoga classes, enhancing student engagement and participation.
- Developed tailored lesson plans addressing individual needs and goals to foster client progress.
- Led workshops on yin yoga, yoga for sleep, and sound healing practices, promoting holistic health within the community.
- Led a variety of yoga class styles including vinyasa, advanced levels, hot yoga, power, yin, meditation, and more.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Developed tailored yoga programs for clients with specific health concerns or injuries to ensure safe practice.
- Managed the studio for a small window of time which included overseeing teachers and class schedules, assigning work studies, and keeping in touch with clients needs.
Daycare Assistant Teacher
1 Year 1 Month- Fostered a safe and nurturing environment to support children's emotional and social development.
- Monitored daily activities, ensuring adherence to safety regulations and program guidelines.
- Ensured child safety by maintaining a clean, organized, and hazard-free facility at all times.
- Incorporated music and play into developmentally appropriate activities.
- Complied with strict safety and organizational regulations, policies, and procedures.
- Assisted lead teachers by helping implement lessons and children’s needs
Yoga Instructor
2 Years 5 Months- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Emphasized inclusivity in class design, accommodating a diverse range of ages, fitness levels, and abilities through modifications and variations on postures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Early Childhood Esucation
Skills
Staff development
Task delegation
Relationship building
Intuitive movement
Adaptability and flexibility
Artistic expression
Certification
Yoga Teacher Training
2017- 200hr Integral Yoga
2018- 300hr Advanced Training
2019- Neuroscience and Yoga
Timeline
Manager
Casa Om Potomac
04.2023 - 10.2024Read More
Yoga Teacher
Baptist Power Yoga Oxford
01.2022 - 12.2022Read More
Daycare Assistant Teacher
Kids Kount LLC
09.2019 - 10.2020Read More
Yoga Instructor
Onelife Fitness/ Golds Gym
05.2018 - 10.2020Read More
Yoga Instructor
Jala Yoga
01.2017 - 11.2020Read More
Carroll Community College
Associate of Arts from Early Childhood Esucation
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