Brenna Bohonos
Thunder Bay,ON
Summary
Passionate young teacher with experience developing and implementing diverse curriculums covering wide range of subjects. Highly skilled at motivating students through positive encouragement and reinforcement of concepts via interactive classroom instruction, scientific inquiry, and observation. Successful in helping students develop strong literacy, numeracy, scientific, social and learning skills.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Server
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
09.2022 - Current
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Adhered to proper food handling procedures and safety guidelines for the well-being of guests and team members alike.
- Provided attentive service during high-volume periods without sacrificing attention to detail or guest rapport.
- Maintained thorough menu knowledge to sufficiently answer questions regarding menu item sourcing, ingredients and cooking methods.
- Participated in ongoing professional development opportunities to stay current on industry trends and improve service offerings continually.
Tutor
Lakehead District School Board
09.2022 - 02.2023
- Developed methods to motivate and engage students in learning.
- Evaluated student progress through regular assessments and adjusted instructional strategies accordingly.
- Assisted teachers in designing effective curriculum materials aligned with state standards and district objectives.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
- Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
- Conducted review sessions to help students prepare for tests.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
Tutor
ASUS Peer Tutor Centre,
09.2019 - 04.2022
- Maintained detailed records of student progress, using data to inform future instruction and target areas for improvement.
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Enabled underachieving students to reach target attainment levels by providing individualized coaching and activities.
- Conducted group tutoring sessions to help students engage active learning and critical thinking skills.
- Provided one-on-one tutoring sessions, tailoring instruction to meet the specific needs of each student while promoting independent learning skills.
- Responded to email and telephone requests to provide students with specific information.
- Worked closely with students on specific class struggles, closely reviewing materials and assignments to offer targeted help.
- Met with parents to discuss student progress and address concerns.
Laboratory Summer Student
Public Health Ontario
05.2021 - 08.2021
- Performing microorganism analysis on private and regulated water samples using vacuum filtration
- Streaking and growing colonies on DC, BCIG, blood agar, and SMA plates
- Labeling and extracting COVID-19 nasopharyngeal swabs
- Enhanced laboratory efficiency by maintaining a clean and organized workspace, ensuring all equipment was in working order.
- Monitored and documented safety standards to verify compliance.
- Safeguarded sensitive information related to proprietary research methodologies or intellectual property by adhering to confidentiality agreements as necessary.
- Prepared reagents and solutions following standard laboratory formulas and procedures.
- Analyzed results using analytical software and created reports.
Pharmacy Assistant
Shoppers Drug Mart
03.2021 - 08.2021
- Filling prescription orders with precision and accuracy in a timely manner
- Greeting customers with care and providing them with assistance in recommending products and retail services
- Assisting peers and pharmacists with additional tasks
- Communicated with patients to collect information about prescriptions and medical conditions or arrange consultations with pharmacists.
- Input patient information into computer system for prescription orders.
- Facilitated effective communication between team members, fostering a collaborative work environment within the pharmacy.
- Completed regulatory compliance tasks, such as logging controlled substances, upholding legal requirements in pharmaceutical practices.
Education
Bachelor of Education -
Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, ON04.2025
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Queen’s University
Kingston, ON04.2022
French Immersion Diploma -
Hammarskjold High School
Thunder Bay, ON06.2018
Skills
- Computer Skills (including but not limited to POS systems, MS Word, MS Excel, and MS PowerPoint)
- Differentiated Instruction
- Bilingual
- Assessment Strategies
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Social Development
- Relationship Building
- Student Support
- Collaborative learning
- Safety Protocols
- Positive Learning Environment
Contact Information
1720 Goods Rd., Thunder Bay, ON, P7G 1J8, (807) 627-1741, brennabohonos@hotmail.com
Certifications
- WHMIS Training Certificate
- Smart Serve Certificate
- Safe Food Handler’s Certificate
- St. John's Ambulance First Aid Certificate
Volunteer Experience
- Leadership Developer, NWOSSSA, 06/2015, 2018: Attending and actively participating in monthly meetings, Organizing leadership-enhancing activities, Volunteering at various locations (i.e. The Shelter House, Underground Gym)
- Clerk, Housing Resource Centre, Queen’s University, 09/2018, 04/2019: Assisting others in housing conflicts, Responding to client’s questions via phone-call/ email regarding housing queries, Providing a safe and confidential environment in which students can freely express problems or concerns, Assist clients in finding suitable homes/ housemates
- Clerk, academic grievance centre, queen’s University, 09/2019, 04/2020, Assisting students with class conflicts, grade appeal applications, exam accommodation requests, Composing emails to professors and teaching assistants, Providing a safe and confidential environment in which students can freely express problems or concerns, Analyzing and internalizing the Academic Regulations Manual
- Volunteer, Shelter House, Thunder Bay, 09/2021, 04/2022: Assisting in the preparation and service of meals to homeless people, Cleaning and sanitizing after meal service, Making and providing harm reduction kits to homeless people
- Vice-President, ESTA Lakehead University, Thunder Bay, 09/2023, 04/2024: Assist the Presidents in planning and organizing club activities, events, and meetings, collaborate with other club officers and members to develop and implement strategies to promote student well-being, serve as a liaison between the club and the school administration, faculty, and student body, representing the club's interests and promoting its initiatives, managing club finances, budgeting, and fundraising efforts, and actively participate in club meetings, discussions, and planning sessions, offering input and ideas to enhance club activities and initiatives.
Re
Application for a position as a science teacher at Hammarskjold High School.
References
- Angela Dupuis, Medical Laboratory Technologist at Public Health Ontario Thunder Bay, (807) 622-6449, angiedupuis1@gmail.com
- George Wilson, acting captain at Thunder Bay Fire & Rescue, (807) 627-5012, geowilly@msn.com
- Emily Hurst, President of Lakehead University Shelter House Volunteer Group, (807) 633-2139, emilyhurst312@outlook.com
Timeline
Server
The Keg Steakhouse & Bar
09.2022 - Current
Tutor
Lakehead District School Board
09.2022 - 02.2023
Laboratory Summer Student
Public Health Ontario
05.2021 - 08.2021
Pharmacy Assistant
Shoppers Drug Mart
03.2021 - 08.2021
Tutor
ASUS Peer Tutor Centre,
09.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Education -
Lakehead University
Bachelor of Science - Life Sciences
Queen’s University
French Immersion Diploma -
Hammarskjold High School
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