Aaron Bullock
North Vancouver,BC
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in youth engagement and outdoor education, notably with North Vancouver Recreation and Culture. Excelled in program planning and relationship building, enhancing camper and student experiences. Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and active listening skills, significantly improving customer satisfaction and participant outcomes.
Experienced with assisting in garden maintenance, including planting, pruning, and weeding. Utilizes teamwork and adaptability to support efficient garden care. Knowledge of basic horticultural practices and tools ensures effective contribution to garden upkeep.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Gardners Helper
North Vancouver Recreation and Culture
10.2021 - Current
- Registered apprentice
- Maintained gardening tools by replacing blades and fluids.
- Cut trees and shrubs to shape and maintain landscape.
- Utilized power tools and landscaping machines to maintain outdoor areas.
- Removed debris and waste from outdoor areas.
- Trimmed greenery, shrubs, and hedges to maintain uniform appearance.
- Removed tree stumps, roots and debris for cohesive landscape appearance.
- Performed equipment maintenance and repairs to keep tools functional for projects.
- Inspected gardens for pests, weeds and diseases.
- Snow removal.
Snowboard Instructor
Mount Seymour
11.2016 - Current
- Evaluated student progress regularly, adjusting lesson plans as needed to ensure continued improvement in skills and confidence on the slopes.
- Created customized training programs for intermediate-level riders focused on honing specific techniques relevant to their goals.
- Enhanced student performance by developing and implementing engaging snowboarding lessons tailored to individual skill levels.
- Boosted customer satisfaction by providing personalized guidance and support throughout the snowboarding sessions.
- Provided exceptional customer service by promptly addressing concerns or issues related to lessons or equipment rental.
- Collaborated with fellow instructors to design innovative lesson plans, maximizing learning opportunities for diverse groups of students.
- Engaged beginners in basic snowboarding skills while maintaining a fun environment that encouraged ongoing participation.
Youth Engagement Worker
Parkgate Service Society
06.2017 - 01.2023
- Established trusting relationships with young people through empathetic listening and genuine interest in their lives outside of program hours.
- Promoted a safe, inclusive environment by establishing clear expectations and reinforcing positive behaviors among participants.
- Organized and facilitated recreational activities to engage youth in positive ways
- Working “drop ins” for pre-teens and teens 1-3 shifts per week
Summer Camp Leader
North Vancouver Recreation and Culture
06.2019 - 09.2021
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities including skateboarding, cooking, rock, climbing, and adventure
- Enhanced camper experience by developing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate activities.
- Implemented innovative strategies for group management, ensuring smooth transitions between activities.
- Collaborated closely with other camp leaders on best practices, sharing ideas and resources to continually improve the overall camp experience.
- Led recreational activities that fostered physical fitness, social interaction, and personal growth among campers.
- Handled emergency situations calmly and efficiently minimizing potential harm/inconvenience caused.
Education
Outdoor Adventure
Algonquin College
Pembroke, ON11-2016
Skills
- Program planning
- Educational activities
- Skill building
- Active listening
- Relationship building
- Problem-solving
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Youth programming
- Customer service
- Workflow management
- Educational programs
- Professionalism and punctuality
Languages
English
Professional Working
Interests
- skateboarding and snowboarding
- drawing and painting
- vehicle maintenance
- Cooking
Timeline
Gardners Helper
North Vancouver Recreation and Culture
10.2021 - Current
Summer Camp Leader
North Vancouver Recreation and Culture
06.2019 - 09.2021
Youth Engagement Worker
Parkgate Service Society
06.2017 - 01.2023
Snowboard Instructor
Mount Seymour
11.2016 - Current
Outdoor Adventure
Algonquin College
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