Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Generic

Carli Buys

Kitchener,Canada

Summary

Driven by a passion for community engagement and a track record of successful event coordination at Glenview Park Secondary School, I excel in leadership and organizational skills. Expert in fundraising and effective team collaboration, I've significantly enhanced student experiences and participation, demonstrating a commitment to excellence and accountability in dynamic environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Student Activities Council Member

Glenview Park Secondary School
Cambridge, Canada
09.2024 - Current
  • Coordinated event planning with effective advertising strategies.
  • Managed day-of-event operations while engaging with student participants.
  • Acted as a school ambassador during Grade 9 Orientation, enhancing the experience for incoming students.
  • Led sales of beverages, food, and school merchandise during Fall Frenzy fundraiser.
  • Coordinated event setup, greeted attendees and managed sales of food and beverages throughout Fall Frenzy Spirit Dance.
  • Facilitated event setup, ensuring seamless execution on competition day.
  • Organized and executed Pie Day event, managing setup and cleanup. Engaged with students actively, ensuring smooth participation.
  • Promoted stress-relief events (Stress Less week), through strategic social media campaigns, source materials as well as overseeing the setup and cleanup.

Library Volunteer

Glenview Secondary School
Cambridge, Canada
09.2023 - Current
  • Working in Glenview Park's school library as a member of the Display team
  • Conducted research and organized physical setup for upcoming book displays.
  • Organized diverse display setups within the library.
  • Conducted reorganization tasks to enhance library efficiency.
  • Reorganized bookshelves to update collections with latest arrivals.
  • Managed cash handling operations for school-based literary campaigns.

Camp Counsellor

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
Mistissini, Canada
07.2022 - 07.2025
  • A one week Christian Vacation Bible School (VBS) at the Cree town of Mistassini, QC - run by Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
  • Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
  • Facilitated Bible lesson discussions for assigned camp group.
  • Provided emotional support to campers dealing with homesickness or other issues related to being away from home.
  • Facilitated group problem-solving discussions to build positive relationships among campers.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
  • Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
  • Directed campers to their scheduled events.
  • Prepared and served breakfast, lunch, and dinner to campers.
  • Sanitized kitchen surfaces following each meal.

Child Care Volunteer

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
Cambridge, Canada
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Supervised and facilitated childcare activities in a church setting on Sundays.
  • Organized play areas to ensure a safe, clean environment for children.
  • Provided support to teachers during classroom activities.
  • Provided one-on-one attention to individual students who required extra help or guidance.
  • Greeted parents when they arrived to pick up their children from daycare.
  • Ensured the safety of all children in the facility at all times.
  • Played board games or card games with students on a regular basis as part of fun learning experiences.
  • Helped maintain an orderly classroom environment by setting up tables and chairs before each activity.

Camp Counsellor

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
Cambridge, Canada
07.2022 - 07.2023
  • Volunteered as a Camp Counsellor for two consecutive summers at a one-week Christian Vacation Bible School in Cambridge.
  • Welcomed participants and directed to assigned areas.
  • Tracked attendance, checking off present individuals.
  • Provided guidance and support to ensure the safety of all campers in a variety of outdoor settings.
  • Encouraged camper participation in recreational activities through enthusiastic leadership style.
  • Monitored camper behaviors during meals ensuring proper hygiene habits were followed.
  • Engaged children in arts and crafts, singing, sports activities and games while maintaining safe environment.
  • Guided assigned campers through structured Bible study sessions.
  • Directed campers between different scheduled events.
  • Prepared and distributed lunches to campers.
  • Facilitated resolution of minor conflicts among Campers.
  • Sanitized camping areas to maintain cleanliness after daily use.

Education

Secondary School (Gr. 11) - International Baccalaureate Student

Glenview Park Secondary School
Kitchener, ON
02.2025

Skills

  • Responsibility
  • Effective Team Collaborator
  • Fundraising
  • Perseverance
  • Effective Time Management
  • Cash Handling
  • Communication skills
  • Accountability
  • Effective Conflict Resolution
  • Leadership
  • Organizational skills
  • Customer Service Experience
  • Babysitting
  • Childcare Provider
  • Problem-solving aptitude

Timeline

Student Activities Council Member

Glenview Park Secondary School
09.2024 - Current

Library Volunteer

Glenview Secondary School
09.2023 - Current

Child Care Volunteer

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
09.2023 - 06.2024

Camp Counsellor

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
07.2022 - 07.2025

Camp Counsellor

Central Presbyterian Church Cambridge
07.2022 - 07.2023

Secondary School (Gr. 11) - International Baccalaureate Student

Glenview Park Secondary School

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Carli Buys