Renee Crainer
Indian Trail,NC
Summary
Passionate Yoga Instructor adept at working with clients across a range of abilities. Leverages diverse styles and techniques for different skill levels. Caring, patient and observant leader with educational style.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Bookkeeper
Redwing Pond House Preschool
01.2021 - Current
- Maintained and processed invoices, deposits, and money logs for non-profit preschool.
- Completed payroll for employees and maintained detailed records of procedures.
- Tracked expenses and income for businesses while organizing and maintaining bank statements for checking accounts.
- Reconciled and corrected issues with financial records.
- Completed tax forms in compliance with legal regulations.
- Reduced financial discrepancies through transaction monitoring and management.
- Analyzed financial data to assist in budget creation and forecasting.
- Recorded deposits, reconciled monthly bank accounts and tracked expenses.
- Reconciled company bank, credit card and line of credit accounts, investigating and resolving discrepancies to keep accounts audit-ready.
- Input financial data and produced reports using Quickbooks.
- Generated invoices upon receipt of billing information and tracked collection progress.
- Managed and responded to correspondence and inquiries from customers and vendors.
- Developed monthly, quarterly and annual profit and loss statements and balance sheets.
- Streamlined bookkeeping procedures to increase efficiency and productivity.
Treasurer
Friends Of The Ansonia Nature Center
07.2017 - Current
- Acted as Treasurer for non-profit company that supports efforts of community nature center.
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Planned and managed $200K annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls.
- Prepared and presented financial reports to inform senior management and board of directors.
- Drafted reports to support management decision-making needs.
- Advised management regarding significant expenditures to keep operations in line with budget limitations.
- Worked with board members to create annual budget and track actual expenses against projected expenses.
- Provided treasury and cash management by overseeing reconciliation of banking activity, credit card processing, and sales tax returns.
- Created and distributed reports on internal and external finances, audits, and budgets.
- Completed journal entries, reconciliations, and account analysis to prepare quarterly financial documents and general account management.
Private Yoga Instructor
Self
12.2018 - 08.2021
- Planned and led private yoga and meditation instruction to an elderly woman with Alzheimer's disease.
- Provided guidance on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Selected appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of client.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to client.
- Maintained positive relationship through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Developed safe and effective yoga poses to help client with strength and mobility.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated client through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of client as health changed.
- Encouraged client to stay motivated and reach attainable goals for each session.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Jiiva Yoga
05.2018 - 02.2020
- Led up to 5 classes per week in various styles of yoga.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Promoted workshops, retreats and other special events to supplement class instruction and provide additional learning opportunities for students.
- Stayed current with fitness trends and adjusted to needs and wants of class participants.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for clients and members.
- Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information to facilitate communication with students.
- Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
- Collaborated with other fitness professionals to develop and implement new programs.
- Counseled participants on nutrition to help reach fitness goals.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and reach fitness goals.
- Educated participants on proper nutrition and healthy lifestyle habits.
- Led workshops on mediation, specific yoga practices, well-being, nutrition, and community sharing.
- Led off-site classes at local hospital for employees and staff.
- Ran off-site demonstrations at local schools for back to school nights.
- Organized, promoted and implemented children's summer camp.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Walnut Beach Wellness
01.2019 - 11.2019
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice at small private wellness center.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information to facilitate communication with students.
- Kept studio area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Promoted workshops, retreats and other special events to supplement class instruction and provide additional learning opportunities for students.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
Certified Yoga Instructor
Shelton Community Ctr
01.2018 - 04.2019
- Provided yoga instruction for local community center allowing all levels and abilities access to yoga.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Developed safe and effective exercise programs for class members.
- Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information.
- Kept area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Delivered fun and motivating group fitness classes designed to improve overall health and fitness levels.
- Motivated participants through one-on-one instruction and positive feedback.
- Implemented new and creative exercise routines to keep participants motivated.
Private Yoga Instructor
Self
03.2018 - 03.2019
- Taught after school yoga programs to children ages 6-12.
- Provided guidance and instruction on breathing techniques, meditation and other elements of yoga practice.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of young students.
- Explained different yoga styles and poses to students.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Developed safe, effective and fun programs for students.
- Kept area safe, organized, and comfortable for students.
- Maintained accurate class attendance records and student information.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Motivated participants through positive feedback.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Promoted safe and inclusive environment for students.
- Encouraged participants to stay motivated and focused.
- Used music and games to motivate and energize classes.
Education
300 YTT -
Jiiva School of Yoga
Stratford, CT11.2019
200 YTT - Yoga 200 Hour
Jiiva School of Yoga
Stratford, CT12.2017
Master of Science - Business Administration
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Hartford, CT05.2006
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Sacred Heart University
Fairfield, CT05.2004
Skills
- Certified Reki Master
- Meditation instructor
- Stress Management Techniques
- Course Development
- Customer Accounts Management
- Health and Wellness Education
- Breathing Techniques
- Wellness Coaching
- Workshop Facilitation
- Small and Large Group Instruction
- Cooperative Attitude
- Class Schedule Management
- Modifications and Adjustments
- Punctual and Dependable
- Detailed Instruction
Certification
- Reki Master Certification August 2018
- Certified 500 hour Yoga Instructor November 2019
- Ashtanga Yoga Certification - December 2016 & October 2018
- Yin Yoga Certification - August 2018
- Yoga Nidra Certification - November 2018
- Children's Yoga Certification - February 2019
- Chair Yoga Certification - March 2019
- Restorative Yoga Certification - March 2019
Homeschool Parent
During the pandemic I decided to homeschool my children. We enjoyed our time together and ability to work with each child's unique learning style. We are continuing the homeschool journey.
Timeline
Bookkeeper
Redwing Pond House Preschool
01.2021 - Current
Certified Yoga Instructor
Walnut Beach Wellness
01.2019 - 11.2019
Private Yoga Instructor
Self
12.2018 - 08.2021
Certified Yoga Instructor
Jiiva Yoga
05.2018 - 02.2020
Private Yoga Instructor
Self
03.2018 - 03.2019
Certified Yoga Instructor
Shelton Community Ctr
01.2018 - 04.2019
Treasurer
Friends Of The Ansonia Nature Center
07.2017 - Current
300 YTT -
Jiiva School of Yoga
200 YTT - Yoga 200 Hour
Jiiva School of Yoga
Master of Science - Business Administration
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Management
Sacred Heart University
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