Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Accomplishments
Volunteer Work Experience
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Catherine McCarthy

Abbotsford,BC

Summary

Aiming to leverage a well-rounded knowledge of administrative and education experience to successfully fill the position of Sessional Social Justice Faculty, at the University of Canada West. Dedicated professional with solid background in Humanitarian and Development studies. Personable and communicative individual with friendly demeanor and sound judgment to handle diverse daily tasks with minimal oversight.

Education focused on Humanitarianism, Conflict and Development, Food Security and Sustainability, and Refugees.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

COORDINATOR, STUDY ABROAD

University Of The Fraser Valley
04.2023 - Current

• Administering UFV’s study abroad and student exchange programs (inbound and outbound students)
• Working closely with international partner university coordinator’s and internal UFV departments for
nominations, admission, exchange semesters and articulation.
• Conducting info sessions, seminars, and promotional activities to promote study abroad at different
institutional levels.
• Serving as the first point of contact for inbound and outbound students providing front-line logistical
support and services, information related to policies, procedures, and program details, as well as
delivering orientation workshops.
• Planning and implementing necessary logistics for meetings, special events, and program delivery
• Committed to facilitate international student experience and international education.

TUTOR

Private Practice
09.2020 - Current
  • Collaborated with students to complete homework assignments, identify lagging skills, and correct weaknesses.
  • Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
  • Supported students with helpful study habits and exam strategies.
  • Planned lessons for allotted time to strengthen weak subjects and build skills.
  • Offered one-on-one and small group instruction to foster opportunities for flexible and differentiated learning.
  • Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.

ENROLMENT AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

University Of The Fraser Valley
12.2017 - 03.2023
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Compute, record, and proofread data and other information, such as records or reports.
  • Performed duties related to Admissions, Records, and Registration.
  • Review files, records, and other documents to obtain information to respond to requests.
  • Register domestic and international students, performed cashier functions including reconciling daily cash sessions and delivering deposits.
  • Assisted and provided guidance and support to students on a variety of registration issues, and assisted students in using web services.
  • Investigated and acted to resolve student registration problems, responded to enquiries about UFV policies, procedures, and deadlines.

RESEARCH INTERN

University Of The Fraser Valley
01.2018 - 08.2018
  • Attended meetings and presentations to learn project details.
  • Completed research, compiled data, updated spreadsheets, and produced timely reports.
  • Gathered, arranged, and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.
  • Worked with John Volken Academy addiction treatment center doing greenhouse trials on groundbreaking studies.
  • Supported project leads in preparing regulatory documentation and presentations highlighting findings.
  • Collaborated with researchers in preparing study results for publication or presentation
  • Contributed to educational research data pool by collecting and organizing information from multiple sources.

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Hooked Restaurant
04.2013 - 10.2017
  • Motivated, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.
  • Resolved problems promptly to elevate customer approval.
  • Managed team schedule with eye for coverage needs and individual strengths.
  • Analyze internal processes and recommend and implement procedural or policy changes to improve operations, such as supply changes or the disposal of records.
  • Responsible for staff scheduling and training, maintained staff morale.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Boston Pizza Restaurant
02.2009 - 03.2013
  • Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
  • Prepare and review operational reports and schedules to ensure accuracy and efficiency
  • Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
  • Completed regular inventory counts to verify stock levels, address discrepancies, and forecast future needs.
  • Offered hands-on assistance to customers, assessing needs, and maintaining current knowledge of consumer preferences.
  • Managing and meeting budget expectations


BANK TELLER, CUSTOMER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE

Envision Credit Union
03.2006 - 02.2009
  • Answered customer inquiries regarding account balances, transaction history, services charges, and interest rates.
  • Processed customer transactions promptly, minimizing wait times.
  • Built and strengthened customer relationships by leveraging excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Completed highly accurate, high-volume money counts via both manual and machine-driven approaches.

Education

Professional Instructor Diploma Program -

Vancouver Career College
Abbotsford, BC
06.2024

Master of Science - Humanitarianism, Conflict And Development

University of Bath
Bath, UK
03.2023

Bachelors Degree in Global Development Studies -

University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC
06.2019

Horticulture Crop Production And Production - Agricultural Studies

University of The Fraser Valley
Abbotsford, BC
06.2021

Skills

  • Social Development
  • Innovative Lesson Planning
  • Positive Learning Environment
  • Positive Student Engagement
  • Microsoft Office Suite
  • Ability to thrive under pressure and incredibly adaptable to change
  • Research
  • Skilled at building positive relationships

Certification

  • Professional Communication Essentials Associate Certificate, University of the Fraser Valley, 2020
  • Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans Course on Research Ethics training completed, 2018
  • Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) certificate, 2013

Accomplishments

Eminus Academy Sep 2017 – Jun 2018

Volunteer Work Experience

   

Competitive Performance Backstage Volunteer - Creative Edge School of Arts, September 2015 - Current 


  • Assisted with special events and programs.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Communicated with staff members to stay informed about volunteer opportunities and events.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.



Pop-up Food Market Experience Team Member - The Rail District Community Market Planning Studio, May – Jun 2018 


  • Helped design a pop-up market to encourage farm-to-table access, from local vendors to the community
  • Assisted with group discussions and planning of tasks
  • Connected with and encouraged local vendors and community members
  • Planned and coordinated booths, games and facilities at the pop-up market
  • Guided people through Downtown Abbotsford using wayfinding
  • Attending and overseeing vendors at the market


English Teacher - Thailand, November 2013


  • Designed and delivered engaging English lessons for non-native speakers, focusing on grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, and speaking skills.
  • Adapted teaching methods to accommodate diverse learning styles and language proficiency levels.
  • Provided individualized attention and support to students, offering feedback and guidance to enhance their language skills.
  • Created a positive and inclusive classroom environment, fostering a love for the English language and cultural understanding.

Timeline

COORDINATOR, STUDY ABROAD

University Of The Fraser Valley
04.2023 - Current

TUTOR

Private Practice
09.2020 - Current

RESEARCH INTERN

University Of The Fraser Valley
01.2018 - 08.2018

ENROLMENT AND RECORDS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

University Of The Fraser Valley
12.2017 - 03.2023

ASSISTANT GENERAL MANAGER

Hooked Restaurant
04.2013 - 10.2017

ASSISTANT MANAGER

Boston Pizza Restaurant
02.2009 - 03.2013

BANK TELLER, CUSTOMER SERVICES REPRESENTATIVE

Envision Credit Union
03.2006 - 02.2009

Professional Instructor Diploma Program -

Vancouver Career College

Master of Science - Humanitarianism, Conflict And Development

University of Bath

Bachelors Degree in Global Development Studies -

University of The Fraser Valley

Horticulture Crop Production And Production - Agricultural Studies

University of The Fraser Valley
Catherine McCarthy