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Kristen Chen

Calgary,AB

Summary

Dedicated professional leader bringing positivity and growth to every environment, demonstrating a passion for learning, development, and diligence. Skilled in leadership and problem-solving among varied individuals. Possesses valuable knowledge and leverages skills to organize entertaining and educational activities for diverse groups. Committed to making each experience memorable by fostering teamwork, building confidence, and encouraging participation. Utilizes expertise in time-management, communication, and organization to ensure smooth operations. Adaptable and transferable skills, ready to face varying and unique challenges.


Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Rock Climbing Instructor

True North Climbing
09.2023 - 08.2025
  • Fostered a safe and educational environment for children aged 8-17, helping them improve their overall climbing skills.
  • Improved safety standards by ensuring all climbers were using their equipment and the facilities properly.
  • Ensured climber engagement by integrating games and challenges into the lesson plans.
  • Maximized climbers' skills by setting aside specific one-on-one time, allowing them to achieve their full potentials.
  • Supported students by provoking thoughtful questions, helping them discover how they can do better.
  • Communicated thoroughly with any climber who misbehaved by pulling them aside and talking to them, acknowledging them, their feelings, and their behaviour.

Rock Climbing Summer Camp Counsellor

True North Climbing
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Ensured camper safety by explaining all rules in an engaging manner, and demonstrating each rule's importance.
  • Collaborated with other camp counsellors to run fun activities besides climbing, such as tie-dye, water day, and arts and crafts.
  • Boosted camp spirit by always bringing positive energy to camp.
  • Acted as a positive role model by always emphasizing safe ways to have fun.
  • Kept a vigilant eye on any camper with dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Maintained camp cleanliness by thoroughly cleaning the common areas at the end of the day.

Breakfast Program Volunteer

Northview Heights Secondary School
09.2022 - 06.2023
  • Arrived at school an hour early to prepare breakfast for any students who needed it.
  • Made plentiful amounts of nutritious meals for everyone.
  • Provided a variety of options ensuring the food was accessible to those with dietary restrictions or allergies.
  • Established positive relationships with students and staff by making conversation everyone.
  • Mentored new volunteers who also sought to help the school community.
  • Helped other school programs like the Cooking and Baking Department by folding aprons.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Calgary
Calgary
06-2029

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Working with children
  • Clear communication
  • Problem-solving
  • Safety management
  • Positive engagement
  • Creative and energetic
  • Time management

Accomplishments

  • Ontario Scholar (2025)

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Chinese (Mandarin)
Limited Working

Awards

  • Honours Physical Education (2023)
  • Honours History (2024)
  • Honours World Issues (2025)
  • Canadian and World Issues Department Award (2025)

Timeline

Rock Climbing Summer Camp Counsellor

True North Climbing
07.2024 - 08.2024

Rock Climbing Instructor

True North Climbing
09.2023 - 08.2025

Breakfast Program Volunteer

Northview Heights Secondary School
09.2022 - 06.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

University of Calgary

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