Isla Walker
Canmore,AB
Summary
Driven high school honor role student, with proven expertise in activities leadership and multitasking in fast-paced environments. I have excelled in fostering positive, organized and engaging environments and love to work towards achieving goals. I am skilled in literacy, reading ability, reading proficiency, writing ability and verbal communication and comprehension. I am a people person and I have been told that I work well both independently and as a team by my teachers and coaches.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Child Caregiver
Local Families
09.2020 - Current
- Maintained effective schedule balance between rest periods, active play and instruction.
- Taught children to organize toys, wash hands and share by leading by example.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Prepared healthy foods and beverages for children based on optimal dietary guidelines and individual restrictions.
- Met with parents about daily activities, positive developments and issues.
- Applied positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
- Distributed food, napkins and beverages in preparation for snack time.
- Offered top-notch care to 3+ children at once, ranging in age from 4 to 9 years of age.
- Assisted children with putting on coats and cold-weather gear before going outside.
- Led children in creative, athletic and educational activities while maintaining safe and orderly group.
- Selected appropriate stories based on ages of children and teachable moments, read to groups and promoted discussions based on content.
Hostess & Server
Boston Pizza
04.2024 - 05.2024
- Worked as a hostess serving 40+ persons
- Served food and beverages for up to 15 tables
- Bussing tables for entire restaurant 32+
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
Summer Camp Assistant Counselor
The Town of Banff
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill and developmental levels.
- Supervised camper activities to address behavioral issues and promote fun, safety and inclusivity.
- Assisted with special events or programs.
- Maintained clean, neat and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
- Supported staff with clerical work and other office tasks.
- Tracked volunteer hours in spreadsheets.
- Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
- Supported program leaders with administrative support duties.
Education
High School
Our Lady of The Snows Catholic Academy
Canmore, ABSkills
- Activities Leadership
- Multitasking and Organization
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Computer Skills
- Child Supervision
- Early Education
- Attention to Detail
- Strong Academic Record
- Copying Documents
- Print Production
- Verbal and Written Communication
- Telephone Etiquette
- Creative and Resourceful
- Report Writing
- Idea Brainstorming
- Compiling Information
- Google Docs
Certification
The Town of Banff Leadership Program - LIT
- 30 Hours of leadership training
- 280 Hours of Child Care Experience
Recognition of Educational Honors
- Awarded to scholars with a GPA over 85% for the past three years (this year included)
Safe4Life
- Certification in Self Defense
- Hands On and Physical Strategies for Avoidance and Self Defense
Timeline
Hostess & Server
Boston Pizza
04.2024 - 05.2024
Summer Camp Assistant Counselor
The Town of Banff
06.2022 - 09.2022
Child Caregiver
Local Families
09.2020 - Current
High School
Our Lady of The Snows Catholic Academy
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