Natasha Oosthuizen

-PADI MSDT Instructor
-SSI Instructor
- Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) Certification, 160 hours
- Ocean Lifeguard Certification

Dive Instructor | Deep Dive Dubai | July 2022 - Current
- Teach Discover Scuba Diving (DSD) courses following GUE standards.
- Guide dives and provide instruction based on basic GUE standards.
- Maintain a safe diving environment and deliver exceptional customer service.
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Dive Instructor | Pirates Surf and Rescue | Dubai | October 2021 - Current
- Conduct freediving and first aid training for children aged 5-19.
- Develop age-appropriate lesson plans to enhance water safety skills and foster confidence.
- Focus on pushing students to reach their full potential in freediving.

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Consultant | Neptune Dive Center | Dubai | January 2022 - February 2022
- Oversaw daily operations and resolved operational issues.
- Addressed staff concerns and implemented solutions for improved productivity.
- Developed cost-effective expansion strategies to drive business growth.

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Staff Manager | Dive Garage | Dubai | July 2021 - September 2021
- Managed staff, coordinated international shipments, and handled stock orders and distribution.
- Maintained positive client relationships and ensured efficient dive bookings.
- Contributed to the company's successful operations in serving international clients.

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English Part-time Teacher | Vietnam | February 2019 - June 2021
- Taught English to students of various age groups, including private and public schools.
- Established and managed a successful online English lessons program.
- Provided engaging and effective lessons to foster language proficiency.

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Manager | Haadtien Reef Dive Center | Koh Tao, Thailand | July 2017 - November 2018
- Achieved highest revenue among all previous years of operation.
- Managed dive schedules, oversaw diving activities, and motivated instructors.
- Cultivated strong customer relationships and collaborated with the regional manager for effective marketing.

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Sales and Marketing Executive / OWSI | Sheesa Beach Dhow Cruises | Oman | March 2017 - July 2017
- Handled inquiries, processed visas, and managed bookings for cruise trips.
- Assisted with equipment preparations and ensured smooth operation on the boats.
- Instructed dive courses and contributed to advertising and promotional activities.

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**OWSI Instructor | Coral Divers Sodwana Bay | South Africa | November 2016 - March 2017**
**OWSI Instructor | Easy Divers Koh Nangyuan | Thailand | June - October 2015**
**Freelance OWSI Instructor | Koh Tao, Thailand | Coral Grand, New Way Diving, Easy Divers | October 2015 - March 2016**
**OWSI Instructor/Sales | Easy Divers Koh Phi Phi | Thailand | April 2015 - June 2015**
- Freelance dive instructor and sales representative.
- Conducted courses, managed sales, and prepared equipment.