An internationally qualified individual with a diverse background in living, working, and traveling across multiple continents including Australia, Europe, North and South America, and the Middle East. A seasoned professional with extensive expertise in customer service, recruitment, and learning and development. Demonstrated proficiency in teaching horse riding to both disabled and able-bodied individuals. Successfully owned and operated a company in Dubai specializing in importing equipment for and providing kitesurfing lessons. Fluent in English, German, and Spanish, enabling effective communication with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds.
Hi, I’m
Astrid Petracchi
Self-Employed
Trofaiach
Summary
Overview
26
years of professional experience
2023
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
3
Languages
Work History
Special Olympics
Special Olympics Trainer
01.2023 - Current
Job overview
- As a Special Olympics Trainer I coach athletes to find their own strengths and abilities
- I am a role model and character builder with knowledge in sports and willingness to teach skills and develop the spirit that defines a true athlete
Community College
English Instructor
01.2022 - Current
Job overview
- I teach students reading comprehension, writing skills and I identify their learning challenges
- I need to plan, prepare, and deliver English courses at the community college
Private Lessons
Horse-Riding Instructor and Stable Manager
01.2018 - Current
Job overview
- I teach horse riding to able bodied students and children with special needs
- I need to make sure to look at everyone’s needs and introduce various horse training techniques and skills
- I work together with the worldwide team of HGE and implement therapeutic interventions
Lebenshilfe Trofaiach
Supporting Special Needs Individuals in School and for Leisure activities.
01.2019 - 01.2024
Job overview
- I helped and supported children with special needs in school and offered free time and leisure activities in the afternoon
- I am a responsible Assistant Teacher with excellent communication and coordination skills
- Partnered with teachers and specialists to implement developmentally suitable lessons tailored to all students
- Communicated with parents to provide updates on student development through the school year
Desert Palm Riding School
Horse Riding Instructor
01.2015 - 01.2018
Job overview
Freedom Riders
Horse-Riding Instructor
01.2007 - 01.2018
Job overview
- I taught children with special needs along with their able-bodied siblings and friends, which helped their confidence levels
Shamal Kitesurfing
Owner and Instructor
01.2005 - 01.2018
Job overview
- Company Overview: My company imported and distributed Kitesurfing equipment within the Middle East
- We also taught the sport to those who wished to take it up
- My company imported and distributed Kitesurfing equipment within the Middle East
- We also taught the sport to those who wished to take it up
Al Marmoom Riding Centre
Manager and Therapeutic Horse-Riding Instructor
01.2008 - 01.2015
Job overview
Desert Palm Riding Center
Instructor with Riding for the Disabled
01.2005 - 01.2007
Job overview
Emirates Airline
Cabin Crew Recruitment Officer
01.2004 - 01.2005
Job overview
Emirates Airline
International Cabin Crew
01.2001 - 01.2004
Job overview
Lauda Air
International Cabin Crew
01.1999 - 01.2001
Job overview
Education
OEPS - Austria
Hippotherapy License
University Overview
Shea Therapeutic Riding CenterSan Juan Capistrano, California
International Horse-Riding Diploma
University Overview
International Language School SydneySydney, Australia
English as a Foreign Language Exam
University Overview
Talland School of EquitationGloucestershire, UK
British Horse Society Level 1 and Level 2 Exams
University Overview
International Language SchoolQuito, Ecuador
Spanish Language exam
University Overview
Colona Watersports Ltd.Hurghada, Egypt
Kiteboarding Advanced Instructor Exam
University Overview
First Aid Certificates
University Overview
Shea Therapeutic Riding CenterSan Juan Capistrano, California
Teaching Certificate in Horse-riding
University Overview
Emirates Airline
Recruitment Officer Qualification
University Overview
Emirates Airline
Senior Flight Stewardess Course
University Overview
Certified Facilitator of Horse Guided Empowerment
University Overview
License Number HE/287-2023
Skills
Public speaking
Certification
Coaching Certificate – Association for Talent Development (ATD).
Kitesurfing, Horseriding
Kitesurfing, Horseriding
Live Your Dreams was born from a passion for sports and fitness. I always dreamed of helping people achieve their goals and make their dreams come true. With years of experience working with children, special needs individuals and animals I pride myself on motivating and supporting my clients so they too can live their dreams.
Already at a young age I always wanted to travel and explore the world, learn about different cultures and meet people from other backgrounds. As soon as I graduated from high school,I traveled to the United States to be an Au-Pair for an American family. Till today I am still in contact with them and so grateful for what they have taught me at a young age.
When I then returned back home after a year in the United States, I never felt at home anymore. I traveled to Australia, Ecuador and after becoming a flight - attendant, I finally moved to the United Arab Emirates at the age of 24.
Up till this day I love looking back to all those memories and experiences that made me the person I am today!
I have learned that life is not always easy and has it's up and downs but never give up on what you really want to do!
A person with big dreams is more powerful than one with all the facts!
I juts live my best life!
Timeline
Special Olympics Trainer
Special Olympics
01.2023 - Current
English Instructor
Community College
01.2022 - Current
Supporting Special Needs Individuals in School and for Leisure activities.
Lebenshilfe Trofaiach
01.2019 - 01.2024
Horse-Riding Instructor and Stable Manager
Private Lessons
01.2018 - Current
Horse Riding Instructor
Desert Palm Riding School
01.2015 - 01.2018
Manager and Therapeutic Horse-Riding Instructor
Al Marmoom Riding Centre
01.2008 - 01.2015
Horse-Riding Instructor
Freedom Riders
01.2007 - 01.2018
Owner and Instructor
Shamal Kitesurfing
01.2005 - 01.2018
Instructor with Riding for the Disabled
Desert Palm Riding Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Cabin Crew Recruitment Officer
Emirates Airline
01.2004 - 01.2005
International Cabin Crew
Emirates Airline
01.2001 - 01.2004
International Cabin Crew
Lauda Air
01.1999 - 01.2001
Shea Therapeutic Riding Center
International Horse-Riding Diploma
International Language School Sydney
English as a Foreign Language Exam
Talland School of Equitation
British Horse Society Level 1 and Level 2 Exams
International Language School
Spanish Language exam
Colona Watersports Ltd.
Kiteboarding Advanced Instructor Exam
First Aid Certificates
Shea Therapeutic Riding Center
Teaching Certificate in Horse-riding
Emirates Airline
Recruitment Officer Qualification
Emirates Airline
Senior Flight Stewardess Course
OEPS - Austria
Hippotherapy License
Certified Facilitator of Horse Guided Empowerment
01.2023
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