Anton Matthews
Summary
Dynamic team leader and strategic planner with a proven track record at Wilfrid Laurier University, enhancing team performance and fostering a culture of teamwork and discipline. Expert in conflict resolution and critical thinking, adept at driving success and productivity across diverse settings. Achieved significant improvements in team strategies and individual player development without compromising on sportsmanship or values.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
U16 Football Coach: Offensive Coordinator
Cambridge Lions
01.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Analyzed and adjusted team strategies during games to enable flexibility, identify areas of improvement and maximize success.
- Trained and mentored new coaches on fundamentals of coaching to apply best practices and strategies.
Football Coach: Receivers Coach
Wilfrid Laurier University
08.2021 - Current
- Established strong team culture and values to promote teamwork, discipline and sportsmanship.
- Assisted players with developing strategies to manage stress and increase productivity.
- Negotiated and resolved conflicts between players, parents and staff to restore order.
- Held special events to promote camaraderie among teammates and coaches.
Volunteer
Light House KW
03.2020 - Current
- Light House encourages each individual to engage in a variety of meaningful activities in a manner most suitable to their specific needs. As the participants are adults, they will enjoy a program that is age and developmentally appropriate.
- Incorporated exciting and engaging activities to achieve participation and hands-on learning regardless of their disability
- Entertained, conversed, and read aloud to keep patients mentally alert.
Camp Counsellor
Christian Horizons
06.2014 - 08.2016
- Worked with people with physical and mental disabilities.
- Worked with care takers and parents to closely monitor and record social and behavioral issues to improve both verbal and written communication skills.
- Kept detailed daily logs with care actions, patient behaviors, and incidents.
- Provided high level of physical support by lifting, adjusting, and moving clients.
- Worked with medical teams, patients and families to implement effective treatment plans.
Personal Trainer Assistant
The Hill Academy
06.2015 - 08.2015
- Demonstrated the ability to work independently with multiple age groups ranging from 8-15 years old
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Showed adaptability through customizing daily programming based on the needs of every child.
Delivery Driver
Redabe Holdings Operating As Fedex Ground
05.2019 - 01.2023
- Enhanced delivery efficiency by optimizing routes using GPS navigation and mapping tools.
- Demonstrated exceptional time management skills in consistently meeting tight deadlines without compromising quality or safety.
- Developed strong working knowledge of local traffic laws and regulations to facilitate smooth navigation on-the-job safely.
- Operated vehicle safely in highly congested areas with no traffic violations.
Primary Care Paramedic
Region of Waterloo
05.2024 - Current
Education
Diploma - Primary Care Paramedic
Biztech College
Mississauga, ON05.2024
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Wilfrid Laurier University
Waterloo, ON01.2021
High School Diploma -
David Suzuki Secondary School
Brampton, ON06.2016
Skills
- Conflict Resolution
- Team Leadership
- Youth Services
- Critical Thinking
- Collaborating with Team Members
- Organization
- Active listening with verbal and written communication
- Strategic Planning
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Certification
- CPR/AED BLS Provider - September 2023
- Paramedic Hazard Awareness Training - October 10, 2023
- Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training - October 25, 2023
- AODA Training - October 29, 2023
- WHMIS Training - October 25, 2023
- Crisis Prevention and Intervention Training - November 2023
Timeline
Primary Care Paramedic
Region of Waterloo
05.2024 - Current
U16 Football Coach: Offensive Coordinator
Cambridge Lions
01.2023 - Current
Football Coach: Receivers Coach
Wilfrid Laurier University
08.2021 - Current
Volunteer
Light House KW
03.2020 - Current
Delivery Driver
Redabe Holdings Operating As Fedex Ground
05.2019 - 01.2023
Personal Trainer Assistant
The Hill Academy
06.2015 - 08.2015
Camp Counsellor
Christian Horizons
06.2014 - 08.2016
Diploma - Primary Care Paramedic
Biztech College
Bachelor of Arts - Biology
Wilfrid Laurier University
High School Diploma -
David Suzuki Secondary School
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