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Objectives
To obtain employment in the field of education, the arts, or technology.
Abilities
 Works well with others.
 Creative.
 Motivates others.
 Express enthusiasm.
 Encourages and train others.
 Eager to learn new skills.
 Basic internet, Office, Microsoft Applications, and PC skills.
 Plans and Strategize.

Experience

Art Instructor

Summer 2011 – Current Street Beat Incorporated South Bay, FL
 Engage youth with various crafts, different arts, maintain a safe and positive environment, encourage and support conflict management, distribute healthy snacks, acknowledge and greet students, supervise all surroundings,
basic front office management as needed, and keep consistent communication with all staff.

Dance Instructor/Office/Webpage Manager Assistant

Fall 2009 – Spring 2011 Street Beat Incorporated South Bay, FL
 Engaged youth by teaching new and/or choreography/basic dance skills while learning discipline, having fun,
and building teamwork.
 Prepared students for show performances of Hip-Hop, Step, Praise Dance, Modern, and African, to positive music.
 Updated website as needed
 Assisted and follow directions under the office staff to handle basic office work.
 Completed the 40 Hour CDA Certificate.

Program Assistant
04/2008 - 08/2009 Boys and Girls Club of Central Florida Melbourne, FL
 Supervised and encouraged youth ages 6-18.
 Implemented and created various activities from 5 core programs: Sports, Fitness & Recreation, The Arts, Character and Leadership, Education & Career Development, Health & Life Skills; based upon age level, reading level, physical development, and education level.
 Performed basic custodian duties, maintained organization, neatness and safety of the building/kids, and prepared for the building to be ready for operation.
Childcare Teacher

02/2007 -2/2008 Cocoa Beach Christian School Cocoa Beach, FL

 I have about 1year experience in a daycare facility working with infants, 1 year olds, 2-3 year olds, and preschoolers.
 My daily schedule consists of greeting parents and their children, have free play, frequent diaper changing, group activities like songs, blocks, music play, dance, art, reading/story time, and individual playtime; prepare a meal and snacks, encourage quiet time at nap, clean and sanitize.
 Implemented a 2-3 year old potty time.
 Created my own curriculum based on or around the Bible using creative art, posters, books/stories, dramatic play, or kids ideas during the end of school and summer break.
Project Associate
07/2000 - 08/2003 Youth Radio Berkeley, CA
 Conducted individual and group DJ training sessions at Youth Radio to scout inner program students for our own Community Action Street Team (CAST).
 Answered inquiries and obtained information for general public, customers, visitors, and other interested parties.
 Provided Information regarding activities conducted at establishment; location of departments, offices, and employees within organization.
 Learned basic knowledge of multiple phone lines.
 Basic web and graphic design.

Site Aide
11/2006 - 12/2006 Education Station Cocoa, FL
Youth Leader
03/1999 - 08/2003 Berkeley Youth Alternatives Berkeley, CA
Volunteer Youth Leader

Summers of 1997-1999 James Kennedy Recreation Center Berkeley, CA
Education
 A.A. Degree (In transition), Palm Beach State College 2012
 General Studies, Brevard Community College 2009
 High School Diploma, Berkeley High School 2001

References Available upon request