EMMA HARVEY
Parksville,BC
Summary
To obtain a part-time position that will provide good work experience and help me to further develop my leadership and interpersonal skills.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educational Assistant
School District No. 69
Parksville, BC
06.2022 - Current
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering trust and mutual respect to create a positive classroom atmosphere conducive to learning.
- Supported students by adapting lessons and providing necessary accommodations in collaboration with education staff.
- Encouraged social-emotional growth among students by modelling appropriate behaviour and guiding conversations around self-awareness, empathy, and responsible decision-making.
Clerical Assistant
Lynk Marketing & Web Design
Nanoose Bay, BC
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Work involved filing and sorting invoices and receipts, as well as updating client contact info into Excel spreadsheets.
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive company information while handling sensitive documents and communications.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information.
- Assisted with photography and some website editing.
Deli Worker
Save On Foods
Parksville, BC
01.2020 - 06.2020
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service at the deli counter.
- Maintenance of various slicing and commercial kitchen equipment, food preparation and storage.
- Reduced food waste by monitoring product freshness and rotating stock effectively.
- I was required to follow COVID-19 protocols and safety procedures.
Farm Assistant
Nanoose Bay Edibles Organic Farm
Nanoose Bay, BC
01.2019 - 12.2019
- Responsible for harvesting, transplanting, seed planting etc.
- Contributed to farm safety by adhering to established protocols and regulations during daily tasks.
- Assisted in livestock care, ensuring proper feeding, housing, and medical attention when needed.
Junior Leader
Regional District of Nanaimo
Parksville, BC
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Led a variety of engaging daily activities, including arts and crafts, sports, and nature walks, ensuring that all children were actively involved and having fun.
- Facilitated team-building exercises and games that promoted cooperation, trust, and communication among the children.
- Managed and resolved conflicts between children
- Maintained a safe camp environment by enforcing rules
- Was responsible for the daily care and supervision of all children
- Acted as a mentor to the children, providing guidance, support, and encouragement to help them develop confidence and new skills.
Education
Grade 12 -
Ballenas Secondary School
Parksville, BCBachelor of Education - Education
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC2028
Education Assistant & Community Support -
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC05.2022
Skills
- Strong team player and leader
- Independent and self-motivated
- Patient and empathetic
- Flexible and up to any task
- Fantastic problem-solver
- Friendly and courteous
- Excellent social skills
- Organized and neat
- Creative thinker
Volunteer Experience
- Regional District of Nanaimo, 2016, 2018, Completed Leadership In Training (LIT) Program. Involved 45 volunteer hours at children summer camps. Learned to work with small children and gained leadership skills.
- BC Bike Race, Packaging suitcases, lifting etc.
- BMO Bike Race, Delivering bikes to the racers
- Scotiabank Half Marathon, Being a leader, in charge of the water station, and the air cadets.
- Fire & Ice Festival, Bracelet stand and photography
- Ballenas Leadership Club, 27 hours of volunteer work included organizing special school events as Project Manager.
References
- Florence Wong, Vice Principal
Errington Elementary School
T: (604) 781-3569
Email: fwong@sd69.bc.ca
- Ellen Armbruster, Grade 3/4 Teacher
Errington Elementary School
T: (250) 248-8446
Email: earmbruster@sd69.bc.ca
- Jillian Hibbert, Education Assistant
Errington Elementary School
T: (250) 954-9875
Email: jhibbert03@hotmail.com
- Kelly Valade, Recreation Programmer, Recreation and Parks
Regional District of Nanaimo
T: (250) 248-3252 ext 5560
Email: kvalade@rdn.bc.ca
- Loretta Decosse, President
Lynk Marketing Solutions
C. (250) 667.0395
Email: ldecosse@lynkmarketing.com
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography
- Singing
- Spending time outdoors
- Rugby
Certification
Emergency First Aid & CPR/AED level C - expires 2026/02/16
Timeline
Educational Assistant
School District No. 69
06.2022 - Current
Deli Worker
Save On Foods
01.2020 - 06.2020
Farm Assistant
Nanoose Bay Edibles Organic Farm
01.2019 - 12.2019
Junior Leader
Regional District of Nanaimo
01.2018 - 01.2019
Clerical Assistant
Lynk Marketing & Web Design
01.2017 - 01.2022
Grade 12 -
Ballenas Secondary School
Bachelor of Education - Education
Vancouver Island University
Education Assistant & Community Support -
Vancouver Island University