Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
Equestrian Showjumping
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Gabriela Todescan

Winnipeg,MB

Summary

Driven and compassionate, I bring a strong background in leadership and problem-solving, honed through a multitude of experiences. My roles, ranging from crisis support to research assistance, also demonstrate my organizational skills and attention to detail. Additionally, my effective time management has enabled me to hold leadership positions in school clubs and pursue extracurricular activities like piano, all while consistently excelling in my academic studies.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Crisis Responder Volunteer

Kids Help Phone
06.2023 - Current
  • Communicate through text with individuals of all ages seeking support
  • Help texters to articulate their feelings, explore coping strategies, and, when necessary, establish safety plans
  • Completed a 36-hour training program prior to taking on the position as a Crisis Responder

Summer Research Assistant

St. Boniface Research Center
05.2023 - 08.2024
  • Assisted with live animal studies and conducted techniques such as western blots, mitochondrial isolation and tissue processing
  • Tasked with helping to train new students in lab procedures and safety protocols

Restaurant Hostess

Moxies Bar & Grill
05.2021 - 08.2022
  • Managed high-pressure situations with calm, multitasking effectively
  • Organized waitlist during busy times for smooth guest seating.
  • Assisted servers, runners, and bussers in maintaining a ready dining area

Morning Barn Chore Facilitator and Assistant Coach

Sagehill Stables
07.2020 - 05.2021
  • Completed manual tasks to ensure barn cleanliness and horse stall upkeep
  • During spring break camps, I supervised groups of children, organized activities, and assisted coaches during lessons

Education

Bachelor of Science - Synthetic Biology

University of Western Ontario
London, ON
06.2025

High School Diploma -

Balmoral Hall School
Winnipeg, MB
06.2021

Skills

Positive Attitude

Teamwork and Collaboration

Organized and Efficient

Attention to Detail

Public Speaking

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual

Equestrian Showjumping

  • Began taking lessons at the age of 9 and eventually began competing in showjumping in 2017.
  • Completed Equestrian Canada’s Levels 1-4, where I was examined on training strategies, basic horse healthcare, and barn management through multi-part exams that included written tests, practical assessments, and riding phases
  • Joined the Equestrian Club at Western University and participated as a part of the competition team

Timeline

Crisis Responder Volunteer

Kids Help Phone
06.2023 - Current

Summer Research Assistant

St. Boniface Research Center
05.2023 - 08.2024

Restaurant Hostess

Moxies Bar & Grill
05.2021 - 08.2022

Morning Barn Chore Facilitator and Assistant Coach

Sagehill Stables
07.2020 - 05.2021

Bachelor of Science - Synthetic Biology

University of Western Ontario

High School Diploma -

Balmoral Hall School
Gabriela Todescan