Joachim Herman Verdonk
Brantford,ON
Summary
Versatile and dynamic, with a rich background spanning from Heritage Baptist College to hands-on farming and construction roles. Esperance in vocal coaching, leveraging adaptive teaching and vocal health maintenance, while also mastering automotive mechanics and mentoring. Demonstrated exceptional patience and empathy, achieving significant progress in diverse fields.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Voice Teacher & Mentor
Heritage Baptist College
Cambridge, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
- Vocal experience began at age nine.
- Been training in voice for almost twenty years, and have sung in many competitions and concerts.
- Trained in music teaching under the direction of Dr. Douglas A. Thomson.
- Assisted with auditions and competition-related activities such as preparing repertoire selections or providing critiques after performances.
- Coached advanced singers on song interpretation skills such as phrasing and dynamics.
- Provided guidance and support to ensure that students maintain motivation throughout the learning process.
- Demonstrated proper breathing techniques, posture, diction, diaphragm and vocal cord techniques, articulation, vibrato control, and other vocal exercises to build strength, endurance, and vocal agility.
- Assessed student progress through periodic evaluations and provided feedback on areas needing improvement.
- Designed warmup exercises tailored specifically toward each student's needs.
- Offered constructive criticism while maintaining a positive learning environment for students.
- Noted successes and struggles and gave helpful feedback to students.
- Assisted and experienced in writing music theory curriculum.
Automotive Technician Apprentice/Mechanical Technician
Langford Tire & Auto Service Inc.
Brantford, Ontario
06.2015 - 08.2020
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications.
- Replaced worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs; as well as, engines, transmissions, and differentials.
- Identifies reported recurring problems in order to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Ancaster Tire & Automotive
Brantford, Ontario
11.2014 - 05.2015
- Repaired vehicles according to manufacturer specifications.
- Replaced worn parts such as brakes, wheel bearings, and spark plugs.
- Identify recurring problems reported to develop solutions that prevent future occurrences.
- Followed established guidelines for troubleshooting and diagnosing various types of automotive systems.
- Inspected vehicle engines and other components to identify potential issues.
- Diagnosed mechanical problems using specialized computer software and diagnostic tools.
Farm Hand & Construction Worker
Bologntre Farms, T. Verdonk & Son's Construction, Theo Nyburg Carpenter, and others
Brantford, Ontario
- Prepared soil for planting by tilling and plowing fields.
- Weeded fields manually or used specialized tools such as hoes or cultivators.
- Operated irrigation systems to provide adequate water supply for plants.
- Cleaned out barns, stalls, pens, and other animal enclosures on a regular basis.
- Planted seeds according to the prescribed methods of production.
- Performed general maintenance tasks around the farm, including repairing fences and buildings.
- Collected eggs from chicken coops on a daily basis.
- Cared for livestock, including feeding, watering, and providing medical attention when necessary.
- Maintained farm equipment such as tractors, harvesters, and other machinery.
- Loaded and unloaded trucks with supplies or products.
- Harvested crops according to seasons.
- Participated in the loading and unloading of harvested products and supplies.
- Organized storage areas for harvested crops.
- Harvested crops manually and with machinery, minimizing loss and damage.
- Engaged in land clearing and field preparation activities for new planting seasons.
- Assisted with the breeding and raising of livestock.
- Conducted inspections of farm equipment, identifying needs for repairs or adjustments.
- Maintained lawns, gardens, and tree lines.
- Kept bees, harvested honey, medicated hives, and prepared hives for each season.
- Installed formwork for concrete structures according to specifications.
- Utilized power tools such as saws, drills and sanders when necessary on projects.
- Coordinated with other workers on site to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Measured distances accurately using tape measures or laser measuring devices.
- Lifted heavy objects with cranes or hoists.
- Built temporary supports during construction processes such as shoring up beams or columns until they were set in place permanently.
- Inspected work areas for safety issues before beginning any task.
- Performed various carpentry tasks such as constructing walls, installing siding, removing shingles and installing steel roofs.
- Assisted in the preparation of construction sites by clearing debris, levelling ground and erecting scaffolding.
- Mixed concrete, mortar, and other materials to prepare building materials.
- Used laser measuring tools to calculate lengths, widths, and heights.
- Completed carpentry work and installed molding and flooring to meet customer preferences.
- Sustained safety protocols to maintain secure, proper handling of equipment and materials.
- Performed demanding physical work over extended periods and modeled positive attitude.
- Coordinated phases of construction projects from inception to completion.
- Inspected sites before and after construction projects.
- Loaded materials and tools into vehicles as well as unloaded them.
- Gained independent working skills.
- Displayed high standards for quality workmanship and routinely double-checked work.
- Measured, marked or recorded openings or distances to construction layout areas.
- Signalled equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement or adjustment of machinery.
- Learned and mastered skilled trade specialties under the guidance of expert mentors.
- Tended pumps, compressors or generators to provide power or heat or move materials.
- Lubricated, cleaned, maintained or repaired machinery or equipment.
Volunteer Experience
Organized Kaos, Zion United Reformed Church, and other organizations
- Mentor youth in automotive mechanics at Organised Kaos.
- Volunteered at Bible for Missions Thrift Store in Brantford.
- Taught Sunday school at Zion United Reformed Church.
- Volunteered on four mission trips: Haiti, The Dominican Republic, Euqaudor, and Niagara Ontario.
Education
Bachelor of Church Music - Music & Theology
Heritage Baptist College
Gatineau, None04-2024
Performance & Composition Certificate - Music
Heritage Bible College
Cambridge, ON04-2023
Associate of Arts Diploma -
Heritage Baptist College
Cambridge, ON04-2022
Motive Power Fundamentals - Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship - Automotive Engineering
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
Hamilton, None02-2020
Skills
- Adaptive teaching
- Vocal health maintenance
- Music theory
- Vocal techniques
- Patience & empathy
- Automotive mechanics
- Automotive mentor & teaching
- Music performance
- Music techniques
- Singing/speaking mentor & teacher
- Vocal performance
- Farming & Construction
Accomplishments
- Graduated with honers from Mohawk College and Heritage Baptist College.
- Received the Wilson Banks Music Award from Heritage Baptist College.
- Has won many first place ribbons and trophies in singing competitions.
Languages
English
Professional
Dutch
Limited
Timeline
Voice Teacher & Mentor
Heritage Baptist College
09.2023 - Current
Automotive Technician Apprentice/Mechanical Technician
Langford Tire & Auto Service Inc.
06.2015 - 08.2020
Automotive Technician Apprentice
Ancaster Tire & Automotive
11.2014 - 05.2015
Farm Hand & Construction Worker
Bologntre Farms, T. Verdonk & Son's Construction, Theo Nyburg Carpenter, and others
Volunteer Experience
Organized Kaos, Zion United Reformed Church, and other organizations
Bachelor of Church Music - Music & Theology
Heritage Baptist College
Performance & Composition Certificate - Music
Heritage Bible College
Associate of Arts Diploma -
Heritage Baptist College
Motive Power Fundamentals - Automotive Service Technician Apprenticeship - Automotive Engineering
Mohawk College of Applied Arts And Technology
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