Julia Opryszczko
Kingston,ON
Summary
Bachelor of Science (Honors), Subject of Specialization in Kinesiology student from Queen’s University entering fourth year this fall. Interested in rehabilitation science and pursuing a career in Occupational Therapy. Special interest in individuals with disabilities and vulnerable populations, especially children. Self-directed, driven, and eager for lifelong learning. Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Volunteer (coaching Individuals With Disabilities)
Amanda Cunningham (DIPA Coordinator)
01.2024 - 04.2024
- Volunteered as a Coach for individuals with disabilities with the Queen's University DIPA certificate
- spent 3-5 times a week training adults of all ages with disabilities through a variety of exercise programs
- followed CSEP guidelines
- took detailed notes and assessed form throughout sessions
- learned about different conditions and disabilities in seminar, had the opportunity to work alongside individuals with: autism, spinal cord injury, parkinson's, individuals who use a wheelchair and more.
- Skilled at working both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Reading Tutor
Learning Buddies Network
10.2023 - Current
- volunteered at a non-profit organization dedicated to helping elementary school students develop essential literacy and math skills through free one on one, after school mentoring in a fun group setting.
- Maintained accurate records of tutoring sessions, tracking attendance, goals achieved, and areas requiring continued focus.
- Identified learning needs and implemented fun and engaging learning activities to help students advance.
- Structured activities for interactive learning, reading understanding and fluency skills.
- Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a supportive learning environment that empowered them to succeed.
- Maintained detailed files and created charts to track student progress.
- Partnered with classroom teachers to incorporate supplemental materials that reinforced core curriculum concepts.
THRIVE: Bike Support Group Volunteer
THRIVE: Child Developement Centre
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Assisted with the special event of the bike support group: taught a small group of about 8-10 children with disabilities how to ride a bike alongside other volunteers. Interacted with children of various disabilities, mainly Autism and Global Developmental Delay.
- Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Supported engaging, fun skill based play and helped with organization and planning.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Holly Garnett (Holy Family Chapel)
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Supported fun, interactive environment for learning and ministry.
- Served as great role model for children by teaching how to learn, grow and serve as part of church.
- Helped develop and maintain age-appropriate recreational program to promote spiritual growth through cooperative play.
- Maintained appropriate communication with parents regarding child activities and incidents.
- Prepared faith lesson plans and prepared materials for classroom activities.
Childcare Educator
Child Care Algoma
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Coordinated with other staff members effectively in order to provide a cohesive childcare program promoting teamwork and collaboration.
- Ensured the health and safety of children by consistently monitoring their activities both indoors and outdoors.
- Collaborated with parents to address individual child needs and discuss progress reports regularly.
- Maintained safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.
- Communicated with children's guardians about daily activities, behaviors and related issues.
- Promoted positive reinforcement techniques, fostering a nurturing learning environment for all children.
Sandwich Staff
CoGro: Common Ground Coffeehouse
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Worked making sandwiches for the Queen's University Cafe
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
Tim Hortons Staff
Tim Hortons
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Maintained high standards of customer service during high-volume, fast-paced operations.
- Processed customer payments and filled customer food and drink orders quickly and accurately.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Kingston
Queen's University
Kingston, ON05.2025
Skills
- Highly motivated
- Adaptability
- High Degree of Interpersonal Skills
- Hard-working
- Problem Solving
- Honest and Reliable
- Creative
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working
Polish
Limited Working
Certification
- Completed Standard CPR-C First Aid, certification issued March 29, 2023
- Obtained a Vulnerable Sector Check on June 7, 2023
Timeline
Volunteer (coaching Individuals With Disabilities)
Amanda Cunningham (DIPA Coordinator)
01.2024 - 04.2024
Reading Tutor
Learning Buddies Network
10.2023 - Current
Children's Ministry Volunteer
Holly Garnett (Holy Family Chapel)
09.2023 - 05.2024
Sandwich Staff
CoGro: Common Ground Coffeehouse
09.2023 - 04.2024
THRIVE: Bike Support Group Volunteer
THRIVE: Child Developement Centre
07.2023 - 07.2023
Childcare Educator
Child Care Algoma
06.2023 - 08.2023
Tim Hortons Staff
Tim Hortons
06.2022 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Science - Kingston
Queen's University
- Completed Standard CPR-C First Aid, certification issued March 29, 2023
- Obtained a Vulnerable Sector Check on June 7, 2023
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