Marlene Tavares

Passionate personal trainer with 10 years of self-training experience. NASM Certified Personal Trainer and Nutrition Coach skilled in exercise programming, technique, and creating beginner-friendly training programs. Strong communicator with ability to connect with clients, understand individual needs, and create supportive, results-driven environments. Background in education informs coaching style with patience and ability to break down complex concepts into actionable steps.

Personal Trainer (Self-employed/Informal) (Present)

Worked with online fitness coaches to develop strong foundation in exercise programming and technique. Supported friends and family members with weight loss and fitness goals.

• Created beginner-friendly training programs
• Provided nutrition guidance
• Offered ongoing motivation and accountability
• Developed ability to connect with clients and understand individual needs

Supply Teacher

As an experienced Supply Teacher with over 10 years of experience, I have developed strong skills in adapting quickly to new environments, building rapport with students and staff, and creating a positive, structured learning environment with minimal preparation time. Working across different schools, grade levels, and classroom settings has strengthened my communication, organization, problem-solving, and classroom-management abilities. I am comfortable working independently, responding calmly to unexpected situations, and adapting my approach to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Key Skills

• Adaptability & flexibility — Quickly adjust to different schools, classrooms, grade levels, routines, and teaching expectations.
• Leadership & classroom management — Establish clear expectations, maintain structure, and confidently manage classroom dynamics.
• Communication — Communicate effectively with students, teachers, administration, and support staff.
• Relationship building — Build positive rapport and trust with students in a short period of time.
• Organization & time management — Manage changing schedules, lesson plans, classroom responsibilities, and competing priorities effectively.
• Problem-solving — Remain calm and resourceful when unexpected challenges arise and make sound decisions independently.
• Inclusive approach — Adapt communication and instructional strategies to accommodate students with varying abilities, learning styles, and support needs.
• Professionalism & reliability — Consistently demonstrate dependability, discretion, patience, and professionalism in a variety of workplace environments.
• Emotional regulation & patience — Maintain composure and a supportive attitude in challenging or high-pressure situations.
• Independent work — Confidently step into unfamiliar environments and take responsibility for maintaining a safe, productive, and positive classroom.

Certified Personal Trainer (CPT) and Certified Nutrition Coach (CNC) through NASM