SASHA ROSE
Sebastopol,California
Summary
Empathetic, responsible and creative youth development professional, coach and entrepreneur with 18 years' experience using innovative approaches with children for learning, creativity and personal growth passionate about providing inspiring experiences in a supportive environment to help youth gain greater confidence in themselves and to make positive connections with others.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder, Astrologer and Coach
Venus Wisdom
2014.01 - Current
- Established a successful business by identifying market needs and developing innovative solutions.
- Taught online classes to assist clients with greater self-awareness, purpose and plan for growth through a 'heroine's journey' model.
- Created content to share value and inspire potential customers.
- Delivered exceptional customer service by addressing client concerns promptly and effectively resolving issues.
- Developed strong partnerships with key industry players, contributing to an increased market presence.
- Recruited and trained contract workers to assist with projects.
- Used social media to promote events and build audience.
Enrichment Teacher, Yoga, grades 3rd-5th
Healdsburg Unified School District
2013.08 - 2018.06
- Instructed students in breathing, meditation and yoga poses to improve strength and flexibility.
- Created positive relationships with diverse student population.
- Created interactive activities to engage students and maximize learning.
- Developed 'Heart Warriors' program - yoga and mindfulness program for youth.
- Taught 4 classes a day for 1-2 days week over 5 years and witnessed positive. progress in student's physical, social and emotional growth with student surveys to validate improvement.
Head Montessori Teacher, K-2
Tree of Life Charter School
2011.08 - 2013.06
- Developed positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.
- Created and maintained student inspired, enriched learning environment in classroom.
- Monitored and tracked children's progress on daily, weekly and monthly basis.
- Met with staff and administrator for planning and continuous improvement.
- Insured safety and positive academic, emotional and social development of students.
- Prepared individualized and group lessons for all student tracking challenges and progress.
- Planned, coordinated, and provided transport for field trips.
- Engaged students in creating and producing class play for school's annual winter celebration.
Full Time Homemaker and Student
Self
2005.12 - 2011.06
Preschool Teacher
Treehouse Hollow - a Reggio-Emilio inspired preschool
2005.09 - 2006.08
- Created positive relationships with students and parents.
- Helped to create safe and nurturing learning environment for preschoolers.
- Assisted with management and curriculum planning in classroom.
- Gave one-on-one attention to children in need of special attention.
Director of Operations & Development
Coastwalk
2004.06 - 2005.12
- Led organization in developing strategic and fundraising plan and worked with staff and volunteers to achieve goals.
- Managed budget and improved coding system.
- Researched, purchased and implemented software for CRM.
- Managed 7 staff members, organized and retreat and gave presentations to board.
- Designed summer leadership program for youth and wrote and received grant to implement program.
- Collaborated with senior management to develop and execute long-term goals and objectives.
Program Director
West County Union High School District
2001.09 - 2004.07
- Played key role in implementing service learning in district.
- Advisor to Youth Action Council, group of thirty high school student volunteers learning how to effect positive social change through service.
- Built network of service-learning advocates including teachers, students, parents, and community members.
- Co-facilitated summer workshops that trained fifty teachers in service learning
- Researched and co-wrote grant proposals and renewal grants.
Program Director
West County Community Services
1999.06 - 2001.08
- Responsible for managing New Ways Workers, a program to support disadvantaged youth
- Oversight of $336,000 budget
- Wrote primary federal grant
- Coordinated wide range of services to 14-21-year-old at-risk youth from job placement to mentoring experiences
- Hired, trained, and supervised 7 staff members
- Facilitated staff and community meetings
- Acted as liaison between schools and community
- Solicited donations for events
- Created promotional materials and produced community networking events.
Trainer/Technical Assistance Coordinator
Community Matters
2003.09 - 2000.07
- Facilitated intensive, two-day 'Safe School Ambassadors' training for up to 50 middle and high school students and staff throughout California
- Delivered 2-day workshop presentation; facilitated activities to help participants create trust in school community, understand violence and gains skills to increase peace
- Followed up with staff and student groups to assist with school-wide implementation.
Education
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
California State University
Monterey Bay06.2011
Child Development Associate Permit - Early Childhood
Santa Rosa Junior College
Santa Rosa06.2008
Bachelor's - Culture, Ecology and Sustainable Communities - focus in Environmental Education
New College of California
Santa Rosa02.2001
Skills
- Program Management - 10+ years
- Community Relations - 10+ years
- Youth Education - 10+ years
- Budgeting and Planning - 10+ years
- Marketing - 6 years
- Team Leadership - 6 years
- Recruitment and hiring - 10 years
- Customer Service - 10+ years
- Employee Supervision - 6 years
- Event Coordination - 10+ years
- Curriculum Design - 10+ years
Timeline
Founder, Astrologer and Coach
Venus Wisdom
2014.01 - Current
Enrichment Teacher, Yoga, grades 3rd-5th
Healdsburg Unified School District
2013.08 - 2018.06
Head Montessori Teacher, K-2
Tree of Life Charter School
2011.08 - 2013.06
Full Time Homemaker and Student
Self
2005.12 - 2011.06
Preschool Teacher
Treehouse Hollow - a Reggio-Emilio inspired preschool
2005.09 - 2006.08
Director of Operations & Development
Coastwalk
2004.06 - 2005.12
Trainer/Technical Assistance Coordinator
Community Matters
2003.09 - 2000.07
Program Director
West County Union High School District
2001.09 - 2004.07
Program Director
West County Community Services
1999.06 - 2001.08
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential - Education
California State University
Child Development Associate Permit - Early Childhood
Santa Rosa Junior College
Bachelor's - Culture, Ecology and Sustainable Communities - focus in Environmental Education
New College of California
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