Hi, I’m
Sarah M. Dunfee
Summary
Dedicated health and wellness expert with extensive training in Ayurveda. Author and promoter of wellness through traditional Ayurvedic techniques. Driven, creative, and charismatic educator with experience using innovative methods and materials to produce effective learning experiences to facilitate a harmonious learning environment. Linguist and language teacher with 13+ years experience of teaching and working in seven countries around the world. Leader and advocate for cultural diversity, inclusion, and equality. Flexible and adaptive in settings of different cultures, languages and values with diverse colleagues.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
5
Certifications
Work History
Bhumi Shakti Ayurveda, LLC
Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
08.2017 - Current
Job overview
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by exhibiting empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
- Conducted comprehensive assessments, identifying underlying imbalances and root causes of symptoms or illnesses.
- Formulated customized herbal formulations to address specific health concerns in clients effectively.
- Achieved successful treatment outcomes for various health conditions with the use of herbs, supplements, and Ayurvedic therapies.
- Designed client-specific exercise routines incorporating yoga, stretching, and other physical activities to enhance overall health.
- Facilitated detoxification programs that helped clients achieve optimal balance within their bodies leading to a healthier lifestyle.
- Taught Ayurveda subject based workshops and classes.
- Participated in business marketing and networking groups.
Chopra/IIN
Faculty Member of Chopra Health Programs
06.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Lectured on Ayurveda-specific topics for each lesson.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles, ensuring all students had equal opportunities for success.
- Demonstrated interpersonal and communication skills resulting in clear communication of subject matter to students.
- Served on various committees for curriculum development, enhancing the overall quality of education within the institution.
Banyan Botanicals
Faculty Member of Living Ayurveda Internships
03.2023 - 03.2024
Job overview
- Taught specialized subjects of Sanskrit, Dosha/Guna, Samprapti, and Dina/Rtucharya.
- Assessed intern comprehension through a variety of evaluation methods, providing constructive feedback.
- Modified instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse student needs.
- Developed innovative curriculum materials, resulting in increased student engagement and understanding of complex topics.
- Participated in intern ceremonies and faculty meetings to promote celebration of interns and faculty development.
Siskiyou Ayurveda
Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
06.2022 - 02.2024
Job overview
- Counseled on proper diet, healthy lifestyle including meditation, yoga techniques, and Ayurvedic herbs to achieve long-term health and fulfillment.
- Analyzed clients using Ayurvedic methods and developed thorough case studies for each client to track progress and adjust treatments accordingly over time.
- Taught workshops and host educational events on Ayurveda.
- Established trust-based relationships with clients by exhibiting empathy, active listening, and effective communication skills.
- Administered Ayurvedic therapies such as Shirodhara, Local Basti, and Marma.
Chopra Global
Student Advisor of Chopra Health Programs
06.2021 - 07.2024
Job overview
- Instructed Ayurveda classes and encouraged students' completion of assignments for certification success.
- Advised students individually and in group Office Hours on academic programs for individual interests.
- Communicated with students via email and forum inquiries on Ayurveda subject-matter or course challenges.
- Evaluated student assignments and record completion data.
- Wrote articles and recorded audio podcast using Ayurveda subject-matter expertise and create Chopra editorial content: https://chopra.com/bio/sarah-dunfee
- Worked with Products team to write Detox Kit Booklet and develop Herbal Product details and website sales page.
- Teach Ayurveda themed classes to Chopra staff and faculty through Chopra Culture Committee.
- Organized workshops for Chopra staff while serving on the Culture Committee, focusing on Ayurveda skills such as Self-Marma at the Work Desk, Ayur-Facials, Holiday Cooking with an Ayurvedic Twist and more.
The Ayurvedic Institute
Main Office Administrator
08.2019 - 08.2020
Job overview
- Direct, educate and inform customers about Ayurvedic store products, welcome and direct customers, answer phone calls, reply to emails provide administrative and clerical support, prepare letters and documents and organize client files.
CIS Armenia
Classroom Teacher
08.2017 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Teach and plan core classes (English, Math, Science, History) according to Cambridge Curriculum; Assess students using official Cambridge Assessments; Differentiate material for high-fluency English speakers and ESL students of various language backgrounds.
Ayurvedic College for Wellbeing
Administrator and Panchakarma Apprentice
03.2017 - 08.2017
Job overview
- Administer Online Classes through online school platform; Coordinate assignments, tasks, and exams with the students; create syllabi and class schedules; Assist in Ayurvedic Therapies, herbal preparations and consultations.
E-Fan International Education
Online Spanish and Science Teacher
12.2018 - 06.2019
Job overview
- Teach online classes in various subjects (Science, Spanish, ESL) to Chinese students in Beijing; use Zoom online platform to share materials, slides and screen with students; Coordinate virtual homework assignments, assessments and progress reports.
American Scholars Group
ESL Language Tutor and Culture Parent
08.2016 - 03.2017
Job overview
- Host Asian exchange students from China, Korea, Vietnam and Sri Lanka; Create an educational living environment while maintaining American cultural values; Daily ESL tutoring for the exchange students; Delivered instruction in language arts encompassing reading, grammar, composition and literature, working with teachers in other subjects to integrate skills across curriculum.
Colegio Santo Tomas de Aquino
English Language Teacher
01.2016 - 05.2016
Job overview
- Teach English to 6th, 7th and 8th grade advanced and lower lever classes; Maintain Homeroom Class records; Write weekly lesson plans and participate in Professional Teacher Training; Develop overall yearly curriculum for teaching English-language learners based on school and national requirements.
Craighouse IB School
Teacher of Language B
03.2015 - 09.2015
Job overview
- Prepare and develop curriculum for International Baccalaureate English; Teach and prepare I, II, III and IV Medio for IB Exams; Attend and participate in Diploma Program Professional Developments Sessions; Create reading lists with materials to promote student comprehension of written English.
The Language Company
Teacher of English Language
03.2014 - 03.2015
Job overview
- Prepare and plan lessons for private and group classes; Teach students within a range of age groups and language levels; Work one-on-one with students needing individualized attention and develop special learning plans for struggling people.
Colegio La Milagrosa
Teacher of English Conversation
09.2013 - 02.2014
Job overview
- Facilitate conversation class with Spanish children between 7 -12 years of age; Prepare class topics appropriate for students´ ages and language levels; Encourage participation of all group members of 10 -12 students; Lead interesting and diverse group activities to engage students in course material.
Princess Nora University
Preparatory Year Program English Teacher
09.2012 - 08.2013
Job overview
- Teach 20 hours of university preparatory English classes per week with 20 Office Hours of preparation; Teach Beginner and Intermediate Level English to classes of 30 students; Mark, record, and upload all student work and daily attendance; Attend weekly Professional Development sessions and staff meetings; Proctor and grade official final, midterm and weekly exams; Modify classroom content to be appropriate with the Islamic culture of Saudi Arabia.
Ohio University, OPIE & ELIP Programs
Pronunciation Tutor and Cultural Liaison
09.2010 - 08.2012
Job overview
- Tutor basic & advanced American English Pronunciation to international graduate and undergraduate students in the OPIE/ELIP Programs; Focus on linguistic segmental, phonemes, manners of articulation, and places of articulation; Focus on linguistic supra-segmentals, fluency, and intelligibility; Prepare graduate students for SPEAK test; Chaperone cultural field trips with international students from Oman, Japan and Brazil Facilitate weekly English Conversation Hour.
Ohio University
English For Al l Teacher
04.2012 - 06.2012
Job overview
- Write detailed lesson plans for Advanced Level Students and create materials for each class period; Evaluate self, classmates, and other EFL teachers; Modify lesson plans/teaching style according to Course Instructor/T.A.
Linkman International Language Institute
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
06.2011 - 09.2011
Job overview
- Create English lesson plans and facilitate oral English classes; Prepare students for IELTS & TOFEL exams; Instruct business English to Nokia professionals; Keep records and documentation of Teaching Experience for University Internship Credits.
Education
The Ayurvedic InstituteAlbuquerque, New Mexico
Ayurvedic Practitioner Certification from Ayurvedic Studies Program II
06.2021
University Overview
- Ganesha Scholarship Recipient
- 3.82 GPA
Ayurvedic College For WellbeingRincon, Puerto Rico
Ayurvedic Counselor Certification from Ayurveda and Panchakarma
08.2017
University Overview
- Panchakarma Apprentice Scholarship Recipient
- Work-study program
- 3.75 GPA
- Extracurricular Activities: Bamboo Yoga Room Organizer
- Awarded Heart of Ayurveda Certificate
Ohio University, Scripps College of CommunicationsAthens, Ohio
Bachelor of Science from Communication Studies
06.2012
University Overview
- Linguistics and Spanish double minor
- 3.6 Cumulative GPA
- Dean's List 11/12 quarters
- summa cum laude graduate
Skills
- Planning & Organization
- Online Teaching
- Cultural Competency
- Faculty Collaboration
- Academic advising
- Diversity awareness
- Subject matter expertise
- Team Leadership
- Public Speaking
- Curriculum Development
- Performance Evaluations
Certification
- National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA), Professional Member as Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner since August 2017
- Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, 200-Hours at Ashtanga Yoga Mysore in Mysore, India, Completed September 2018
- Yoga Inbound Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, 200-Hours at Yoga Inbound School in Vrindavan, India, Completed November 2018
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate ; 200 hour Training On-Campus at Ohio University, Completed June 2012
- Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), Spanish Language High Intermediate Level, Tested March 2012 at Ohio University
- Rotary International Exchange Student , Instituto de Los Cristianos, Arona, Tenerife, Spain, September 2007-July 2008
Affiliations
- National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) Professional Member as Ayurvedic Practitioner, August 2017 to Present
- Association of Ayurvedic Professionals of North America (AAPNA) , Supporting Member, 2018 to Present
Accomplishments
- Published 11 articles on Chopra.com
- Created audio series on Chopra app
- Presented for National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA) Professional Mingle
- Interviewed on KSKQ Community Radio, Community Health Matters
- Completed two 200-hr Yoga Teacher Trainings in India
- Taught and live in 7 countries on 4 continents
- Business owner and founder of Bhumi Shakti Ayurveda, LLC
Languages
Spanish
English
Websites
Timeline
Faculty Member of Chopra Health Programs
Chopra/IIN
06.2023 - Current
Faculty Member of Living Ayurveda Internships
Banyan Botanicals
03.2023 - 03.2024
Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
Siskiyou Ayurveda
06.2022 - 02.2024
Student Advisor of Chopra Health Programs
Chopra Global
06.2021 - 07.2024
Main Office Administrator
The Ayurvedic Institute
08.2019 - 08.2020
Online Spanish and Science Teacher
E-Fan International Education
12.2018 - 06.2019
Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner
Bhumi Shakti Ayurveda, LLC
08.2017 - Current
Classroom Teacher
CIS Armenia
08.2017 - 06.2019
Administrator and Panchakarma Apprentice
Ayurvedic College for Wellbeing
03.2017 - 08.2017
ESL Language Tutor and Culture Parent
American Scholars Group
08.2016 - 03.2017
English Language Teacher
Colegio Santo Tomas de Aquino
01.2016 - 05.2016
Teacher of Language B
Craighouse IB School
03.2015 - 09.2015
Teacher of English Language
The Language Company
03.2014 - 03.2015
Teacher of English Conversation
Colegio La Milagrosa
09.2013 - 02.2014
Preparatory Year Program English Teacher
Princess Nora University
09.2012 - 08.2013
English For Al l Teacher
Ohio University
04.2012 - 06.2012
Teacher of English as a Foreign Language
Linkman International Language Institute
06.2011 - 09.2011
Pronunciation Tutor and Cultural Liaison
Ohio University, OPIE & ELIP Programs
09.2010 - 08.2012
The Ayurvedic Institute
Ayurvedic Practitioner Certification from Ayurvedic Studies Program II
Ayurvedic College For Wellbeing
Ayurvedic Counselor Certification from Ayurveda and Panchakarma
Ohio University, Scripps College of Communications
Bachelor of Science from Communication Studies
- National Ayurvedic Medical Association (NAMA), Professional Member as Certified Ayurvedic Practitioner since August 2017
- Ashtanga Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, 200-Hours at Ashtanga Yoga Mysore in Mysore, India, Completed September 2018
- Yoga Inbound Yoga Teacher Training Certificate, 200-Hours at Yoga Inbound School in Vrindavan, India, Completed November 2018
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certificate ; 200 hour Training On-Campus at Ohio University, Completed June 2012
- Oral Proficiency Interview (OPI), Spanish Language High Intermediate Level, Tested March 2012 at Ohio University
- Rotary International Exchange Student , Instituto de Los Cristianos, Arona, Tenerife, Spain, September 2007-July 2008
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