Keyara Nelson

I am an enthusiastic individual with solid background educating students. I maintain and organized classroom environments devoted to student learning with superb leadership and communication skills. Caring and compassionate in addressing individual student needs and promoting positive educational experiences. I would like to become a full-time teacher or professor and I’d like to continue to gain experience and interactions that would help me achieve this goal with Hastings and Prince Edward District School Board.

Academic Awards

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• SMU Dean’s List (2022, 2023)
• SMU Academic All-Canadian Award (2022, 2023)
• DELF certificate, certified bilingual (2021)
• Bayside Secondary School Scholar Award (2021)
• Bayside Secondary School Global Awareness Committee Member (2017-2021)
• Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology award Bayside Secondary School (2020)

Athletic Awards

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• SMU Hockey Scholarship (2021 - present)
• Recipient of SMU Teammate of the Year Award (2023)
• Recipient of Bayside Secondary School Scholar and Athlete of the Year (2021)
• Bayside Secondary School Athlete Award (2019)
• Bayside Secondary School Athletic Council Member (2017-2021)
• Selected for U18 Team Ontario and Canada Hockey Development Camps (2020)
• Selected to Represent Canada at International Hockey Tournaments in Finland and Sweden (2017)

Volunteer Experience

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Motionball Fundraiser for Special Olympics (February 2023 - April 2024)

• Participated in and organised a fundraiser for the Special Olympics.
• Engaged in sports activities with Special Olympics athletes to raise awareness and promote inclusivity.

Feed Nova Scotia (September 2021 - March 2022)

• Participated in food and monetary donation programs to support those in need.
• Interacted with the community with consideration and gained perspective on the impact of small actions.

SMU Women's Hockey Camps (February 2021 - March 2022)

• Coordinated and operated training camps for young female hockey players (ages 6-12).
• Ensured participation and provided encouragement to inspire excitement.
• Successfully conducted drills and games for a group of around 30 young girls.

Extracurricular Experience

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Varsity Women's Hockey Player at Saint Mary’s University (September 2021 - present)

• Played in the PWHL, a semi-professional women's hockey league.
• Developed communication and leadership skills while balancing academics.
• Required a high level of integrity and dedication.

Belleville Rep Soccer Club (June 2008 - present)

• Currently serving as the captain, developing collaboration, coordination, adaptability, and leadership skills through devotion and athleticism.

Skills

• Communication: Developed strong collaboration and interpersonal skills through playing on a varsity sports team.
• Adaptability: Acquired the ability to adapt to various situations at a quick pace whilst working in the service industry.
• Time Management: Enhanced planning and organisational skills through balancing various sport, volunteering and education commitments.
• Bilingual: Certified bilingual through the completion of DELF French examination.