Kate Craine
Blackstock,ON
Summary
Dedicated and compassionate professional with a background in the human services field. Offers support and guidance to individuals in need. Deep understanding of effectively working with diverse backgrounds. Driven by a genuine passion for helping others access necessary services. Extensive experience providing compassionate support and leveraging excellent communication and problem-solving skills to efficiently address and resolve issues. Well-versed in creating a positive and supportive environment for both clients and team members, ensuring a collaborative and empowering experience for all involved.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Educator
Dogwood Forest School
09.2024 - Current
- Forest School Educator Dogwood Forest2023–Present
- Responsible for the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional development of 10-20 children aged 4-14 through meaningful interactions in a natural environment.
- Plan and implement weekly curriculum programs aligned with organizational.
- Conduct daily site assessments and maintain health and safety standards.
- Fostering a positive and inclusive learning environment.
- Document children’s progress through photos and reports, maintaining open.
- Create engaging social media content to promote programs and enhance.
- Established strong relationships with parents through regular communication, fostering a supportive network for student success.
Self Defense Instructor
Safe International
01.2018 - Current
- Experienced self-defense instructor with a passion for empowering school-age children with practical skills to get them home SAFE.
- Proven track record of successfully leading over 80 workshops, seminars, and classes.
- Fun and informative in explaining and demonstrating self-defense techniques, and guiding students in practicing these skills until they can effectively apply them.
- Skilled in creating a safe and engaging learning environment, fostering student confidence, and promoting positive behavior management.
- Committed to equipping students with valuable self-defense skills that promote personal safety and empower them to navigate challenging situations without violence.
- Consistently received high satisfaction ratings from students due to effective communication skills and engaging teaching style.
Founder and Operator
Ruby's (Rise Up Be You)
01.2019 - 12.2022
- Facilitator of Ruby's: a program for teenage girls to build community, focusing on self-love, creativity, and community support
- Empowering sessions to foster positive self-esteem and resilience
- Dedicated facilitator of a program for teenage girls, promoting self-love, creativity, and community support
- Passionate about creating a safe space for girls to connect, share, and discuss the challenges they face in today's culture
- Skilled in leading discussions to explore solutions and empower girls to navigate the complexities of adolescence with resilience and confidence
- Committed to fostering a sense of community and empowering teenage girls to build healthy relationships with themselves and others
- Developed strong partnerships with other businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Oversaw financial management activities such as budgeting, forecasting, and cash flow monitoring for improved financial stability.
Co-Founder and Operator
Brunchkins Children's Breakfast Program
01.2012 - 12.2018
- Company Overview: a non-profit organization that provides elementary school aged children with a nutritious breakfast and packable lunch.
- Co-founder and leader of Brunchkins, a non-profit organization that provides elementary school aged children with a nutritious breakfast and packable lunch.
- Efficiently coordinates food distribution and volunteer efforts, promoting healthy eating habits and addressing food insecurity.
- Experienced program coordinator with a successful track record of annual fundraising over $65,000 to sustain the program for 5 years.
- Managed hiring, training, and motivation of volunteers and employees.
- Provided over 600 meals weekly and operated in 4 out of 5 non-profit housing communities.
- Mentored and supported children through their struggles, connecting them with professionals as needed.
- Built trusting one-on-one relationships to create a safe space for children to seek help with homework and personal struggles.
- A non-profit organization that provides elementary school aged children with a nutritious breakfast and packable lunch.
- Streamlined operational processes for improved efficiency and cost reduction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Phycology
University of Western Ontario
London, ON06.2000
High School Diploma -
Lakefield College School
Lakefield, ON06.1996
Skills
- Communication
- Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Time management
- Teamwork
- Critical thinking
- Emotional intelligence
- Self-motivation
- Team collaboration
- Relationship building
- Conflict resolution
- Empathy and patience
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Certification
First Aid & CPR/AED Level C
Certified Self Defense Instructor
Timeline
Educator
Dogwood Forest School
09.2024 - Current
Founder and Operator
Ruby's (Rise Up Be You)
01.2019 - 12.2022
Self Defense Instructor
Safe International
01.2018 - Current
Co-Founder and Operator
Brunchkins Children's Breakfast Program
01.2012 - 12.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology/Phycology
University of Western Ontario
High School Diploma -
Lakefield College School
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