Tara Depue
Star,ID
Summary
Seeking a high energy, positive environment that allows me to connect daily with clients and colleagues. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Event and Party Planning Decorating
Creative Memories Party and Event Design LLC
2024.01 - Current
- Own/Manage Design company that creates and organizes events and parties for both personal and corporate needs whether it be wedding memories to last a life-time, team building events to produce productivity and appreciation or birthday parties to share with family and friends for laughter and fun.
- Optimized resource allocation through effective delegation of tasks, ensuring successful execution of all event components.
- Collaborated with vendors to secure high-quality products and services at competitive prices, optimizing budget allocation.
- Enhanced event atmosphere by designing and implementing creative party decorations.
- Showcased creativity through the incorporation of various materials such as fabrics, balloons, lighting effects, and floral arrangements into designs.
- Increased client satisfaction by delivering personalized and unique decoration concepts.
- Managed inventory and maintained a well-organized stock of party supplies for seamless event execution.
- Streamlined party planning process for increased efficiency and reduced stress for clients.
- Enhanced client satisfaction by providing personalized party planning consultations and recommendations.
- Streamlined party planning processes for improved efficiency and smoother event execution.
KINESIOLOGY
Star Fit Motion LLC
2022.02 - 2024.04
- Owned/Managed and practiced myofascial release and injury rehabilitation to improve client range of motion, help decrease pain and enhance daily mobility and fitness function.
- Applied evidence-based practices to optimize the efficacy of kinesiology treatments for various conditions.
- Utilized knowledge of biology, anatomy, and kinesiology to design safe and effective exercises.
- Provided expert guidance during rehabilitation sessions, ensuring proper technique to prevent re-injury or exacerbation of symptoms.
- Assisted clients in achieving physical fitness goals through tailored exercise programs and guided practice sessions.
- Addressed mobility limitations and generalized pain originating from muscle tightness through deep tissue myofasial techniques.
Physical Education Teacher
Willow Glen Middle School
2011.08 - 2021.01
- Responsibilities include teaching innovative, interactive games and emphasizing fitness goals for student appreciation of health through individual progress and success
- Implement cross curricular methods of instruction to a diverse student body through active learning that engages the entire spectrum of students, including students with disabilities.
- Organized annual field days and sports tournaments, promoting physical activity and healthy competition among students.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
Theater/ Dance Choreographer
Willow Glen Middle School
- Choreographed fun and competent technique dance numbers for the Musical Annie.
- Enhanced dance performances by creating innovative choreography tailored to the dancers'' abilities and strengths.
- Created a safe and positive environment for dancers to express themselves freely, fostering their artistic growth and development.
- Implemented constructive feedback systems for continuous improvement of individual dancer techniques and group cohesion.
- Encouraged diverse and unique dance students at every skill level through positive reinforcement and good sportsmanship.
Horizon Instructional Systems
Lincoln High School
2004.12 - 2005.06
- Taught a variety of dance styles and levels of technique to classes of 40 students
- Choreographed, directed, and produced 1st Annual Dance Production.
- Choreographed unique routines tailored to individual student abilities, enhancing each dancer''s strengths while improving areas of weakness.
- Organized and led rehearsals for successful school performances, showcasing students'' talents and hard work.
- Created a safe and inclusive environment where students felt comfortable expressing themselves through dance, regardless of their background or experience level.
- Taught and explained choreography by breaking down steps and demonstrating moves.
- Maintained accurate records of attendance, performance evaluations, and lesson plans for effective classroom management.
- Assessed students'' progress and provided constructive feedback, enabling continuous improvement in their dance abilities.
- Managed costume design and selection, ensuring appropriate attire for each performance and individual dancer''s needs.
Physical Education Teacher
Colfax High School
2005.08 - 2006.01
- Introduced and taught multiple new and exciting courses with enthusiasm and energy
- Encouraged and motivated students to experience possibilities of life long fitness.
- Taught physical education classes covering exercise strategies, sports, and safety.
- Created a safe and inclusive classroom environment by establishing clear expectations for behavior and respect among students.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Organized and led sports teams teaching benefits of sportsmanship.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Led exercises and physical activities to engage students and develop physical skills.
Physical Education Teacher
Alisal High School
- Taught diverse ethnicities with energy emphasizing the importance of fitness for health
- Motivated students to increase self-esteem, teamwork, and responsibility.
- Supported students in developing social skills through structured activities and positive reinforcement techniques.
- Encouraged students to set and achieve fitness goals to develop sense of accomplishment.
- Managed classroom behavior to maintain safe and orderly learning environments during physical activities.
- Prepared lesson plans to teach age-appropriate exercises in alignment with school curriculum.
- Integrated character education principles into daily lessons, instilling values such as teamwork, perseverance, responsibility, and sportsmanship in students.
- Implemented differentiated instruction techniques, ensuring all students were challenged according to their abilities and needs.
- Implemented behavior modification strategies, resulting in improved self-regulation and classroom participation among students.
- Increased student participation by incorporating engaging activities and group projects into daily lesson plans.
- Regularly assessed student performance through formative and summative assessments, using data-driven methods to adjust instruction accordingly.
Education
Physical Education Credential -
Chapman University
Orange, CA04.2005
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology -
San Diego State University
San Diego, CA05.2000
Skills
- Rehearsal Planning
- Artistic Expression
- Social Media Promotion
- Creative vision
- Leadership Qualities
- Pain Management Strategies
- Exercise Prescription
- Strength training
- Preventive Care
- Range of Motion Improvement
- Physical Conditioning
- Body Mechanics
- Exercise program design
- Exercise demonstrations
- Planning and Organization
- Event Planning
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Consistent
- Creative Designing
- Client consultation
- Space Utilization
- Time Management
- Event Setup and Breakdown
- Client Relationship Development
- Scheduling
- Critical Thinking
- Behavior Management
- Growth Mindset
- Strong Communication Skills
- Collaborative Team Player
- Strategic Thinking
- Influencing Others
- Performance Improvement
- Verbal and written communication
Certification
- CPR and AED, current - 2025, American Health Care Academy
- Coaches First Aid, current - 2025, American Health Care Academy
- Basic Water Rescue, current - 2022, American Red Cross
- Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention & Sudden Cardiac Arrest, current - 2021, NFHS Learning Center
- National Yoga Alliance Certification, Yoga Alliance of California
- American Sport Education Program Certification, 2002, National Federation State High School Association
Volunteer Experience
Life group Leader and Volunteer, Westgate Church, 2015 - 2020, Lead small group sermon and book material discussions as a Six40 disciple. Volunteer working with the youth and ministries throughout the church community, Saratoga, California
References
References provided upon request.
Timeline
Event and Party Planning Decorating
Creative Memories Party and Event Design LLC
2024.01 - Current
KINESIOLOGY
Star Fit Motion LLC
2022.02 - 2024.04
Physical Education Teacher
Willow Glen Middle School
2011.08 - 2021.01
Physical Education Teacher
Colfax High School
2005.08 - 2006.01
Horizon Instructional Systems
Lincoln High School
2004.12 - 2005.06
Theater/ Dance Choreographer
Willow Glen Middle School
Physical Education Teacher
Alisal High School
Physical Education Credential -
Chapman University
Bachelor of Science - Kinesiology -
San Diego State University
- CPR and AED, current - 2025, American Health Care Academy
- Coaches First Aid, current - 2025, American Health Care Academy
- Basic Water Rescue, current - 2022, American Red Cross
- Concussion in Sports, Heat Illness Prevention & Sudden Cardiac Arrest, current - 2021, NFHS Learning Center
- National Yoga Alliance Certification, Yoga Alliance of California
- American Sport Education Program Certification, 2002, National Federation State High School Association
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