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Abigail Venema

Abigail Venema

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Professional and experienced health educator with a passion for working with and aiding in the development of youth and children in a fun, joyful environment.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Child and Youth Swim Instructor

YMCA
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Lead child and youth swim lessons with children aged 3-16
  • Worked one-on-one with children with autism to ensure the lesson plan was delivered in a way that was enjoyable to them
  • Implemented teachings in a fun environment, and adjusted teachings based on age
  • Established relationships with youth and their families to provide guidance and support, resulting in improved communication and trust

Lifeguard

YMCA
06.2022 - 06.2023
  • Provided customer service to patrons, addressing inquiries and resolving complaints in a timely manner
  • Maintained constant surveillance of the pool area, ensuring the safety of swimmers and preventing accidents
  • Performed rescue and first aid operations for injured swimmers, resulting in successful recovery for all victims
  • Provided assistance to swimmers in distress, including rescuing them from hazardous water conditions

Personal Trainer

Gym On Locke
07.2022 - 06.2023
  • Developed and implemented customized fitness programs for clients to help them reach their individual health and wellness goals
  • Provided mental health counseling to athletes and teams to improve performance and well-being
  • Developed and implemented stretching and flexibility programs to improve range of motion and reduce the risk of injury

Education

Primary Care Paramedic

Oxford College
Burlington, ON
09.2025

Health, Wellness And Fitness

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, ON
09.2022

High School Diploma -

Guido De Bres
Hamilton
06.2017

Skills

  • Classroom Management
  • First Aid and CPR Certified
  • Effective Communication
  • Crisis Management
  • Teacher Support and Collaboration
  • Calm and Patient Demeanor
  • Tutoring and Mentoring
  • Special Education

Volunteer

First Aider 

St. Johns Ambulance


Strength and Conditioning Coach 

Mohawk College School of Applied Arts and Technology


Wellness Team

St. Joseph's Hospital 


Group Training Instructor 

Thermo Fisher



Certification

  • First Aid CPR-C 2023
  • CanFit Pro Personal Trainer 2022
  • Lifesaving Society National Lifeguarding 2022
  • Swim Instructor 2022
  • Aquafit 2022
  • WHMIS 2021
  • G License 2020
  • Vulnerable sector check available upon request

Timeline

Personal Trainer

Gym On Locke
07.2022 - 06.2023

Child and Youth Swim Instructor

YMCA
06.2022 - 06.2023

Lifeguard

YMCA
06.2022 - 06.2023

Primary Care Paramedic

Oxford College

Health, Wellness And Fitness

Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology

High School Diploma -

Guido De Bres

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