Gareth Weston
Revelstoke,BC
Summary
A passionate employee with a core objective of bettering the experience and well-being of the individual through understanding, professionalism and compassionate assistance. Detail-oriented team player with very strong organizational and interpersonal skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy and proficiency. Excellent communication skills with a high ability to be adaptive and compassionate to the needs of every customer, scenario and individual.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Camp Counsellor
Stoked On Science
07.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Implemented rules and regulations to enforce discipline and compliance.
Lead Bootfitter
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
10.2021 - 04.2023
- Responsible for the management, scheduling, ordering and merchandising of a specialist Ski Bootfitting & Hard goods store
- Trained new team members in specialist bootfitting skills and ensured overall quality of service
- Evaluated employee skills and knowledge regularly, training, and mentoring individuals
- Built strong relationships with customers through positive attitude and attentive response.
Bootfitter
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
10.2019 - 04.2021
- Modifying and adjusting ski boots for a wide ranging client base using specialist tools and equipment
- Communicating with customers in order to take bookings, answer queries, assess issues and establish expectations
- Completing sales and assisting in warranty issues
- Offered advice and assistance to customers, paying attention to special needs or wants.
Bicycle Mechanic
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
05.2020 - 09.2020
- Serviced, maintained and repaired bicycles with focus on efficiency, quality and safety.
- Handled estimation of parts, bike and component repairs and replacements.
- Provided recommendations to clients in alignment with needs, preferences and budgets.
Trail Crew Member
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
05.2019 - 10.2019
- Working within a team utilizing tools and machinery safely to cut, develop and maintain mountain bike trails
Sales Associate
Skookum Revelstoke
10.2018 - 05.2019
- Provided expert advice in aiding customers in the purchase of skiing & outdoors equipment
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Rotated stock and restocked shelves to maintain product availability and store appearance.
- Helped customers with queries, rental bookings and technical issues
Youth Counsellor
Progresso PT
12.2016 - 04.2018
- Provided crisis intervention and emotional support to youth.
- Coordinated youth programs and activities to enhance life quality and self-esteem.
- Helped youth develop and achieve personal goals with close support.
- Monitored youth behavior and offered guidance and support for positive change.
- Assisted youth in developing problem-solving and communication skills to support stress management.
- Engaged and interacted with youth members, teaching sustainable habits, and coping mechanisms.
- Implemented variety of fun and recreational activities for residents.
High School Art Teacher
Highfields School
09.2015 - 11.2016
- Managed art room supplies, equipment and resources to maintain consistent supply for projects.
- Inspired students and assisted in developing creativity and self-expression through various art forms and media.
- Assisted students in developing unique artistic skills and techniques.
- Developed and implemented various thematic lesson plans, utilizing age-appropriate material and focusing on relevant topics.
- Assessed student work and provided constructive feedback.
- Developed and facilitated after-school art clubs and activities for students to hone skills.
Teaching Assistant
Highfields School
09.2014 - 09.2015
- Assisted teachers with classroom management and document coordination to maintain positive learning environment.
- Tutored struggling students individually and in small groups to reinforce learning concepts.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Assisted in maintaining engaging and respectful educational environment by promoting discipline and cooperation.
Educational Assistant
Highfields School
09.2013 - 09.2014
- Delivered personalized educational, behavioral, and emotional support to individual students to enable positive learning outcomes.
- Provided support to help students with special needs learn and grow.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Education
West Midlands Consortium
Stafford07.2016
Master of Arts - Visual Communications
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, UK02.2014
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communications
Birmingham City University
Birmingham, UK06.2012
Skills
- Outstanding Communication and Interpersonal Skills
- Timekeeping and planning
- Social Perceptiveness
- Effective Listening
- Problem solving
- Team Teaching and Collaboration
- Group Supervision and Management
- Leadership and management
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Customer and Service-Oriented
Hobbies
- Art & Photography
- Music & Dance
- Ski Touring
- Environmentalism
- Mountain Biking
Timeline
Camp Counsellor
Stoked On Science
07.2023 - 09.2023
Lead Bootfitter
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
10.2021 - 04.2023
Bicycle Mechanic
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
05.2020 - 09.2020
Bootfitter
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
10.2019 - 04.2021
Trail Crew Member
Revelstoke Mountain Resort
05.2019 - 10.2019
Sales Associate
Skookum Revelstoke
10.2018 - 05.2019
Youth Counsellor
Progresso PT
12.2016 - 04.2018
High School Art Teacher
Highfields School
09.2015 - 11.2016
Teaching Assistant
Highfields School
09.2014 - 09.2015
Educational Assistant
Highfields School
09.2013 - 09.2014
Post Graduate Certificate in Education - Education
West Midlands Consortium
Master of Arts - Visual Communications
Birmingham City University
Bachelor of Arts - Visual Communications
Birmingham City University
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