Jane Cobden
Toronto,ON
Summary
I am a compassionate, dependable, and detail-oriented individual. With extensive experience in childcare and leadership roles, I excel in creating welcoming environments, building strong relationships, and ensuring the well-being and satisfaction of others. I am passionate about helping others and creating positive experiences. My goal is to gain valuable hands-on experience while contributing to a supportive and engaging organization.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Retail Sales Associate
Agent 99
Kingston, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Perform cashier duties, such as ringing up sales, processing payments, and issuing receipts.
- Restock shelves, racks, and bins with the latest merchandise, and change signage to promote special items.
- Recommend, select, locate, and obtain products to meet customer needs.
- Handle customer service issues.
Youth Special Needs Swim Instructor (Volunteer)
SWAM Kingston
Kingston, Ontario
09.2024 - Current
- Provide assistance to youths with special needs, adapting teaching methods to meet individual requirements.
- I instructed my buddy in basic swimming techniques, including floating, treading water, stroke technique, and improving their overall comfort in the water.
- Ensure sessions are inclusive, enjoyable, and productive, as well as adhering to water safety.
Full-Time AuPair (seasonal)
Self Employed
Edinburgh, Scotland
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Worked as a live-in nanny, taking care of a 9-month-old, a 4-year-old, and a 6-year-old over their summer break full-time.
- Organized games and activities, managed their schedules, meals, and overall well-being, emotionally and physically.
- Performed light household tasks within the home.
English as a Second Language Teacher
EDUCO Italia
Sanremo, Italy
06.2024 - 06.2024
- Independently, I taught my own classroom of young Italian children the foundations of English, adhering to their very beginner-level language knowledge.
- Created unique, engaging lesson plans that were productive, and fun for young kids.
- Evaluated their work and improvements throughout their session in the program.
- Resolved issues and conflicts within the classroom, and ensured their safety and well-being.
Section Manager
Onondaga Camp
Minden, Ontario
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Following two summers as a counselor, I was promoted to the leadership team as a section head, where I managed the well-being of the entire age group of 6- to 10-year-old campers, plus the ten staff members who reported to me.
- Resolved camper issues beyond counsellor responsibilities, reported, and communicated with campers' parents and camp directors.
- Evaluated the staff in my section.
Camp Counselor + Swim and Ski Instructor
Onondaga Camp
Minden, Ontario
06.2021 - 09.2022
- Managed a cabin of 8 to 10 young girls, and was responsible for their safety, inclusion, and overall well-being.
- Taught and organized swimming lessons for children of all ages, with levels ranging from beginner to Bronze Cross level classes.
- Taught the fundamentals of waterskiing and wakeboarding to children of all ages and all levels. Operated the water sports boats, managed equipment, provided instructions to campers, and communicated with my fellow staff to ensure the program ran efficiently.
Retail Sales Associate
Thursdays
Toronto, Ontario
03.2022 - 07.2022
- Answered customer inquiries regarding product features, pricing, and availability.
- Handled price checks, merchandise transfers and fitting room returns to keep the store orderly and efficient.
- Computed purchases and received and processed cash or credit payments.
Children's Ski Instructor
Toronto Ski Club
Collingwood, Ontario
12.2019 - 03.2021
- Led groups of young children in full-day skiing lessons, teaching the fundamentals of the sport while making it enjoyable for everyone.
- Tailored drills and exercises to their abilities, and to ensure both fun and safety, were incorporated.
- Evaluated their improvements and communicated with parents.
Live-Out Nanny
Self-Employed
Toronto, Ontario
06.2020 - 09.2020
- I took care of a 6-, 8-, and 10-year-old in the mornings and afternoons of their summer break.
- Led hands-on activities consistent with the child's interests and skills, primarily outdoors.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Studies Major (Honours)
Queen's University
Kingston, ON04-2026
High School Diploma -
Branksome Hall
Toronto, ON04-2021
Skills
- Childcare
- Time management
- Leadership
- Effective Solution Development
- Problem-solving
- Conflict resolution
Certification
- Lifesaving Instructor - Red Cross
- Bronze Cross + First Aid Training - Red Cross
- Level 1 Ski Instructor - CSIA
- G - Class full drivers license
Timeline
Retail Sales Associate
Agent 99
09.2024 - Current
Youth Special Needs Swim Instructor (Volunteer)
SWAM Kingston
09.2024 - Current
Full-Time AuPair (seasonal)
Self Employed
07.2024 - 08.2024
English as a Second Language Teacher
EDUCO Italia
06.2024 - 06.2024
Section Manager
Onondaga Camp
06.2023 - 09.2023
Retail Sales Associate
Thursdays
03.2022 - 07.2022
Camp Counselor + Swim and Ski Instructor
Onondaga Camp
06.2021 - 09.2022
Live-Out Nanny
Self-Employed
06.2020 - 09.2020
Children's Ski Instructor
Toronto Ski Club
12.2019 - 03.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Film And Media Studies Major (Honours)
Queen's University
High School Diploma -
Branksome Hall
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