Cole Redwood
Burlington,Canada
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented International Baccalaureate student with a strong passion for aviation, meteorology, and leadership. Experienced Sailing Instructor with advanced certifications (CANSail 6) and a demonstrated ability to teach, lead, and ensure safety on the water. Skilled in air traffic communication analysis, weather interpretation, and power/sailboat operation. Proven leadership through roles as HOSA Co-President and Athletic Council executive, with additional experience in customer service and community service. Actively pursuing a career in commercial aviation, combining academic excellence, flight training, and real-world industry engagement to build a strong foundation for the future.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ATC Transcriber - Contractor
ATCExpert - Enhanced Radar Cooperation
12.2024 - Current
- Edited and reviewed real-world air traffic control (ATC) communication transcripts for accuracy and clarity.
- Applied knowledge of aviation phraseology, ICAO standards, and radio telephony to ensure precise transcription.
- Identified and corrected errors in speech-to-text outputs, contributing to data quality and usability.
- Contributed to projects focused on enhancing aviation safety through improved ATC communication datasets.
Sail Canada Instructor
Oakville Yacht Squadron
06.2024 - Current
- Instruct CANSail levels 1–4 to youth sailors, using Sail Canada curriculum-based lesson plans that build progressive sailing skills.
- Conduct daily on-water and classroom instruction in dinghy sailing, including tacking, gybing, sail trim, boat balance, and racing strategy.
- Operate powerboats for instruction, coaching, and safety boats.
- Tracked student progress, frequently checking in with struggling students and identifying root causes of problems.
- Monitor and interpret real-time weather conditions using instruments and online sources (e.g., METARs, radar, wind maps) to make go/no-go decisions.
- Assist in regatta preparation and on-water coaching during local and regional competitions.
- Communicate effectively with parents, staff, and program directors about student progress and program updates.
- Uphold Safe Sport and Respect in Sport guidelines in all aspects of coaching and mentorship.
Crew
McDonald's Canada
09.2022 - Current
- Maintain sanitation, health, and safety standards in work areas.
- Take food and drink orders and receive payment from customers.
- Clean, stock, and restock workstations and display cases.
- Serve orders to customers at windows, counters, or tables.
- Prepare and serve beverages such as coffee and fountain drinks.
Umpire
BOMBA
04.2018 - 09.2021
- Umpired for 3 seasons
- Level 2.2
- Mediated disputes between players and coaches to maintain safe, fair play.
- Navigated difficult situations using effective communication and explanation of game rules.
- Conducted pre-game meetings with coaches to review expectations and reiterate rules.
News Paper Delivery
Burlington Post
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Paper Route - RC021
- Thursday Packaging & Delivering to 33 Houses
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor's Degree - BMOS, Specialization - Commercial Aviation Management
Western University
London05-2029
High School Diploma -
Burlington Central High School
Burlington, ON06-2025
Skills
- Teamwork
- Communication
- Time Management
- Courteous
- Quality control
- Emergency planning
- Training and leadership
- Coaching
- Weather forecasting
- Planning and implementation
- Foodservice standards
- POS operation
Accomplishments
- Principals Award - June 2019
- Science Award - June 2019
- Citizenship Award - June 2019
- Employee of the Month - Feburary 2020
- Most Improved Sailor - CanSail 3/4 August 2021
- Positivity In the Classroom Award June 2021
- Employee of the Month - May 2023
- Most Outstanding 420 Race - August 2023
- OYS Junior Sailor of the Year - November 2023
- 3rd Overall - Ontario Sailing Grand Prix
- Honor Roll 2016 - Present
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
- Bronze Star
- Bronze Medallion
- PCOC - Boating License
- CANSail 1
- CANSail 2
- CANSail 3
- CANSail 4
- CANSail 5
- CANSail 6
- CPR-C w/ AED
- ROC-M
- Coach Boat Safety Course
- NCCP - Making Ethical Decisions
- CANSail 3 & 4 Instructor - Trained
Interests
- Sailing
- Aviation
- Volunteering
- Piano
- Meteorology
Timeline
ATC Transcriber - Contractor
ATCExpert - Enhanced Radar Cooperation
12.2024 - Current
Sail Canada Instructor
Oakville Yacht Squadron
06.2024 - Current
Crew
McDonald's Canada
09.2022 - Current
Umpire
BOMBA
04.2018 - 09.2021
News Paper Delivery
Burlington Post
01.2017 - 01.2022
Bachelor's Degree - BMOS, Specialization - Commercial Aviation Management
Western University
High School Diploma -
Burlington Central High School
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