AJ Coughlan
Prince George,British Columbia
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional at working within groups. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Proficiency with customer service, multitasking, and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Science and Heritage Interpreter
The Exploration Place
Prince George, British Columbia
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Responsible for teaching guests about the exotic animals in the museum and how to treat them with respect
- Supervising children on play structures
- Teaching children about our exotic animals and Prince George's history
- Great knowledge of animals (in and out of Canada) and minerals
- Having a basic understanding of animal care to supervise the well-being of exotic animals
- Skill in electronic retail systems (cash and credit).
Museum Tour Guide/Administrative Assistant/Graphic Designer
Stewart Museum and Stewart Historical Society
Stewart, British Columbia
05.2022 - 08.2023
- Responsible for giving tours and managing large groups of people (public speaking skills)
- Retail and data reports daily
- Corresponding to emails, reviews and questions online
- Use of Microsoft Word, Powerpoint and Excel
- Creating posters for the Museum and community members
- Keeping track of the gift shop and payment (cash and credit)
- Continuously expanding knowledge about Stewart and the history of British Columbia.
Childcare worker
Eunice Villamayor
Stewart, British Columbia
11.2021 - 08.2023
- Responsible for the safety, education and welfare of two toddlers.
Substitute Teacher
Bear Valley School
Stewart, British Columbia
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Was responsible for supervising and teaching children from the ages of 5-17
- Learned organizational skills while having to schedule the day.
Dishwasher/Barista/Cashier/Waitress
Toastworks
Stewart, British Columbia
06.2018 - 09.2020
- Worked in a fast-paced environment with little supervision
- Gained excellent customer service skills and learned a substantial amount of Stewart's history.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - General Arts
University of Northern British Columbia
Prince George, BC04-2027
High School Diploma -
Bear Valley School
Stewart, BC06-2021
Skills
- Positive attitude
- Effective oral and written communication skills
- Excellent computer skills
- Ability to prepare written materials
- Excellent public speaking skills
- Leadership and initiative
- Reliability
- Ability to problem-solve
- Strong work ethic
- Ability to make quick changes in plans when required
- Knowledge of the history of Canada, British Columbia and Northern British Columbia
- Knowledge of the BC Curriculum
- Organizational Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Attention to Detail
- Word Conflict Resolution
- Critical Thinking
- Multitasking
Accomplishments
- 06/2021, Graduated High School (Valedictorian)
- Scholar's Scholarship (UNBC)
Volunteer Experience
- 10/2017, 2019, Bear Valley School, School Band Leader, Stewart, BC
- 11/2019, 03/2020, Rainey Mountain Figure Skating Club, Skating Coach, Stewart, BC
- 11/2021, 03/2022, Rainey Mountain Figure Skating Club, Skating Coach, Stewart, BC
- 04/2020, 06/2021, K-3 Teaching Assistant (for credits), Responsible for the well-being and education of children ages 5-8, Experience with BC Teaching Curriculum, Flexibility in situations that don't go as planned, Experience tracking children's educational progress to adjust the way I taught, Experience with children with behavioral issues and learning disabilities, Stewart, BC
- 04/2020, 06/2021, Elementary Tutor, Stewart, BC
- 04/2019, 08/2023, Volunteer Dog Walker/Groomer, Stewart, BC
References
- Eunice Villamayor (RN), 604-765-5567
- Jocelynn Drew (BVS Principal), 250-636-2238
- Terri Scott (BVS Teacher), 778-794-0390
- Jorja Danuser (Skating Coach), 250-615-8720
- Shirley Rosichuck (SHS Curator), 780-619-9308
- Steve Carras (TEP Manager), 403-796-7761
Certification
- 02/2019, Completion of WHMIS
- 07/2020, Completion of Foodsafe Level 1
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Science and Heritage Interpreter
The Exploration Place
09.2023 - 03.2024
Museum Tour Guide/Administrative Assistant/Graphic Designer
Stewart Museum and Stewart Historical Society
05.2022 - 08.2023
Childcare worker
Eunice Villamayor
11.2021 - 08.2023
Substitute Teacher
Bear Valley School
09.2021 - 01.2022
Dishwasher/Barista/Cashier/Waitress
Toastworks
06.2018 - 09.2020
Bachelor of Arts - General Arts
University of Northern British Columbia
High School Diploma -
Bear Valley School
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