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Bridget Connolly

Calgary,AB

Summary

I’m a creative, caring, and energetic individual with a naturally sunny disposition. As the second oldest of 9, and lifelong babysitter, I have a genuine love for working with children. I bring both imagination and patience to every day, whether it’s organizing fun educational activities, encouraging imaginative play, or offering a comforting presence, I strive to create a safe, joyful, and nurturing environment. I take pride in building strong, trusting relationships with both children and parents, and always aim to support families with care and enthusiasm.


Overview

9
9
years of professional experience

Work History

In House Artist

Trico Livingwell
07.2022 - 05.2025
  • Worked alongside the recreation lead, planning and leading programs for a retirement community of 250+ residents.
  • Planned and executed art programs/classes daily for groups of residents in independent, assisted living, and memory care.
  • Engaged daily with independent and assisted living residents.
  • Engaged daily with memory care residents, reading aloud to them, spending time one on one developing relationships, and encouraging program participation..
  • Planned, decorated and led events of up to 100+ people, holiday parties, etc
  • Planned and led excursions, taking residents to different places around the city in the company bus, ensuring the safety of residents at all times. Eg: Art galleries, theatre performances, restaurants, mountain trips, shopping, etc.
  • Led workshops on: painting, drawing, clay/pottery, crafts, printmaking, sewing, etc
  • Led clubs for residents including Knitting club, book club, sewing/quilting club, writing club, gardening club.
  • Led music programs for the residents, including singing, and playing guitar and piano.
  • Took resident and family feedback to adapt programs to fit different needs.
  • Booked entertainment and coordinated with performers
  • Shopped for supplies for all program needs.
  • Planned and painted 8+ murals on the memory care floor, as well as general design for the community.
  • Decorated common areas of the building for all holidays and occasions.
  • Collected attendance for all programs so that data can be assessed on resident engagement.
  • Planned and ran charity events such as paint and sip evenings for Alzheimers Calgary.




Nanny

Private Client
11.2019 - 07.2022
  • Cared for 3 children under the age of 5 in their home, walked or drove kids to school, to appointments, extracurriculars, park, playdates, etc.
  • Prepared healthy breakfasts and lunches for the kids, and prepped or cooked dinner for the family.
  • Assisted in everyday tasks such as getting the kids ready for the day, homework help, bathing, putting the kids to bed, etc.
  • Engaged with children daily through play, encouraged creativity through arts and crafts, play based learning, reading books, etc.
  • Took the kids outside every day. To the park, walks, bike rides, parent approved locations such as the zoo, museums, library, etc.
  • Assisted with light housekeeping duties, laundry, as well as running errands/groceries.
  • Regularly traveled with family to help with vacation activities and childcare.

Educational Assistant

USD 207 School District
11.2016 - 05.2019
  • Provided assistance in a contained Special Education classroom for students ranging from 2 years old to 6th grade.
  • Followed IEP goals for individual students, creating work to fit their specific learning objectives.
  • Assisted classroom teacher in everyday tasks
  • Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
  • Maintained safety and security by overseeing students in recess environments.
  • Assisted students with bathroom needs when necessary.
  • Reported on student progress, behavior, and social skills
  • Mentored and tutored individual students needing additional help.
  • Worked in a junior high with grade 7-9 students, providing support to students. Reading tests aloud, providing one on one and group assistance, managing disruptive behaviors, etc.
  • Experienced working with kids with autism spectrum disorder and ODD.


Education

Diploma - 2D Animation

Pixel Blue College
Calgary, AB
04-2020

Skills

  • Creative
  • Routine adherence
  • Activity planning
  • Educational support
  • Dependable
  • Friendly
  • Skilled Art instructor
  • Behavior management techniques
  • Cheerful and energetic
  • Patient
  • People-oriented
  • Organized

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

In House Artist

Trico Livingwell
07.2022 - 05.2025

Nanny

Private Client
11.2019 - 07.2022

Educational Assistant

USD 207 School District
11.2016 - 05.2019

Diploma - 2D Animation

Pixel Blue College

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