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Josie Elston

South Hobart,TAS

Summary

Dynamic entrepreneur and published author with a proven track record of enhancing customer satisfaction and boosting student performance at Artgym. Expert in planning and organizing educational programs, demonstrated by a loyal following of 50,000 on Instagram. Showcases exceptional resilience and commitment, balancing professional achievements with family responsibilities.

Self-motivated professional successful in seizing viable opportunities

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner of Groundwork

Self Employed
01.2025 - Current
  • Manage day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong programmes for and with clients, resulting in excellent client feedback and further referrals.
  • Organise and implement the planned programmes ensuring all tasks are completed safely and efficiently by participants.
  • Increase customer satisfaction by implementing efficient and appropriate programmes.
  • Provide exceptional resources and experiences.
  • Manage financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.

Instructor Gym

Artgym
01.2024 - Current
  • Promoted a positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and maintaining consistent and appropriate techniques.
  • Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
  • Boosted student performance by providing individualized programmes, support and targeted feedback.

Author

Self Employed
01.2022 - 12.2023
  • Built a loyal following of over 50,000 followers through engaging author-reader interactions via instagram .
  • Wrote 15 e-books for home school educators providing valued advice and resources for families.
  • Sold in excess of 5,000 e-books.
  • Gathered inspiration from personal experience as a home school parent to create relatable and thought-provoking content.
  • Link to instagram e-books at Josie (@onwillowsbend)

Children of the Valley Home School Group

Unpaid Work
01.2015 - 12.2018
  • Planned and organised weekly 3 hour sessions
  • Sessions involved up to 30 home schooled children aged between 3 and 12 years
  • Planned and implemented small group experiences to cater for differing ages
  • Organised and supported parents to work as small group enablers.

Education

BA Teaching - Teaching

UTAS
Hobart

Skills

  • Excellent abiltiy to plan and organise programmes and activities appropriate to target learning groups
  • Self motivated, punctual and able to plan use time effectively
  • Resilient and able to adapt positively to different environments and opportunites
  • Committed to both my current work requiremnts and my family, and determined to ensure I do my best for both

Timeline

Owner of Groundwork

Self Employed
01.2025 - Current

Instructor Gym

Artgym
01.2024 - Current

Author

Self Employed
01.2022 - 12.2023

Children of the Valley Home School Group

Unpaid Work
01.2015 - 12.2018

BA Teaching - Teaching

UTAS

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