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Maja Reuss

Hanover

Summary

Dynamic and detail-oriented professional with a robust background in financial management, developed through high-profile military assignments. A commitment to lifelong learning drives continuous engagement in teaching and acquiring new knowledge, fostering growth in diverse environments. Financial expertise is complemented by a strong foundation in the fitness industry, established through certifications as a Group Fitness Trainer and Yoga Teacher. Passionate about community involvement, dedicated volunteer work as a Taekwondo instructor reflects a deep commitment to empowering others within the martial arts community as a Second Degree Black Belt.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yoga Teacher

SHIFT Yoga Studio
06.2022 - Current
  • Instructing group classes in an inclusive and accessible manner, designed for all bodies and abilities. Teachings on the deeper path of Yoga facilitate the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual transformation of students.
  • Welcomes every individual with deep kindness and compassion
  • Displays a particular instinct for the varying needs of participating students
  • Reflects on difficult topics with a sense of truth, openness, and acceptance
  • Teaches varying class formats with infatuating joy, creativity, and relatability

Thai Body Work

Journey Within Wellness Center
02.2022 - 06.2024
  • Working on a one on one basis with clients on a range of muscular, energetic, and structural issues. Specialized stretches, acupressure, and trigger points alleviate muscle tension and support efficient blood and oxygen flow.
  • Builds trusting relationships with clients
  • Attends to the individual needs and preferences with exceptional intuition
  • Adapts well to the varying and changing needs of the center and clients
  • Represents herself in a professional, positive, and uplifting manner

Customer Service Team Lead

U.S. Army DPSA
10.2018 - 10.2021
  • Developed superior knowledge of regulatory requirements, designed workflows, and provided training and leadership to DoD civilians, military members, and contractors.
  • Worked exceptionally well independently and in teams to solve problems systematically
  • Prioritized the completion of assignments in a timely and efficient manner
  • Successfully participated in cross-team strategizing efforts to achieve optimal goals
  • Represented the company in a positive and enthusiastic manner

Resource Management NCOIC

U.S. Army 704th MI BDE
10.2015 - 10.2018
  • Managed the travel and Government Travel Card (GTC) requirements of about 1500 members across three Battalions and the 704th Military Intelligence Brigade Staff.
  • Navigated large workloads with a sense of calm and superior organizational skills
  • Ensured the availability of adequate resources to achieve mission goals and requirements
  • Conducted training on the use of the Defense Travel System (DTS), GTC, and regulatory requirements for Reviewing Officials, Approving Officials, as well as travelers
  • Ensuring adherence to policies and procedures set forth by INSCOM and the Department of Defense

Group Fitness Instructor

Graves Fitness Center
04.2014 - 04.2015
  • Instructed group fitness classes in Pilates, Functional Fitness, and Aerobics

Group Fitness Instructor

Vitadrom
04.2012 - 12.2013
  • Instructed group fitness classes in Aerobics, Pilates, and functional fitness, as well as rehabilitative-focused class designs (Parkinson's Disease, Cancer Treatment, and Surgery Recovery) in cooperation with the local health care services.

Front Desk Receptionist

Vitadrom
10.2010 - 12.2013
  • Serviced customers and maintained financial transactions of membership and Bistro purchases.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University
Minneapolis, MN
08-2026

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Psychology

University of Maryland Global Campus
College Park, Maryland
12.2021

Skills

  • Multi-cultural counseling
  • Cognitive behavioral techniques
  • Self-care strategies
  • Developing trust
  • Active listening
  • Documentation
  • Customer service
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Communications
  • Breathwork techniques

Affiliations

  • Alpha Sigma Lambda Tau Chapter
  • Phi Kappa Phi
  • The National Society of Leadership and Success


Certification

  • Yoga Teacher Trainer
  • Group Fitness Instructor
  • Financial Management Certification
  • ARC Psychological First Aid (COVID-19)
  • Psychological First Aid

Languages

German
English

Interests

  • Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
  • Avid Reader
  • Knitting and Crocheting
  • Animal Care
  • Personal Development and Self-Improvement

Timeline

Yoga Teacher

SHIFT Yoga Studio
06.2022 - Current

Thai Body Work

Journey Within Wellness Center
02.2022 - 06.2024

Customer Service Team Lead

U.S. Army DPSA
10.2018 - 10.2021

Resource Management NCOIC

U.S. Army 704th MI BDE
10.2015 - 10.2018

Group Fitness Instructor

Graves Fitness Center
04.2014 - 04.2015

Group Fitness Instructor

Vitadrom
04.2012 - 12.2013

Front Desk Receptionist

Vitadrom
10.2010 - 12.2013

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Walden University

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration And Psychology

University of Maryland Global Campus
Maja Reuss