Lisa Cowen
Delta,BC
Summary
- I am a highly motivated individual, with well developed abilities working with people of all ages. I take pride in a job well done, and I feel strongly that all interactions within the workplace should reflect respect, caring and understanding. I have developed skills throughout my various jobs and life experiences that enable me to manage a multitude of situations that may arise within a work day. I am a very organized individual who pays close attention to detail. I pride myself on excellent communication skills and feel I am adaptable to various working environments. In addition, I have the willingness to learn new skill sets as needed. All of the experiences I have had thus far have grown a passion in me to contribute to the lives of children, and have led me to a career as an Education Assistant.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Assistant
Delta School District
Delta, BC
09.2019 - Current
Currently employed by the Delta School District as a Continuing Education Assistant.
Supervision Assistant
Delta School District
Delta, BC
10.2017 - 06.2019
Employed by the Delta School District as a Supervision Assistant at Ladner Elementary School. I worked with Primary children (K-Gr 3) during their lunch and playground period Monday to Friday.
Clinical Technical Assistant
Life Labs (formerly MDS Metro)
Vancouver, BC
03.1996 - 01.2007
Worked in multi-person and single lab locations. Responsible for collecting and labeling blood samples and other specimens, performing Electrocardiograms, Holter Monitor application and removal, and computer entry. Worked as a trainer in many locations training practicum students and new hires. Successfully ran the day to day operations of a single-employee patient service centre for several years.
Medical Office Assistant
Fraser Heights Medical Clinic
Surrey, BC
04.1993 - 02.1996
Performed reception duties, assisted doctors with patient procedures, booked patient referrals, maintained clinic supply inventory.
Education
Certificate - Education Assistant
Delta Teaching Assistant Program
06.2019
Responsible Adult Course
Wind And Tide Preschool Ltd
01.2015
Clinical Technical Assistant Training
MDS Metro Laboratories
04.1996
General Studies in Psychology, Sociology & Creative Writing
Kwantlen College
1993
Skills
- Exceptional people skills
- Confident & comfortable working with children of all ages
- Excellent communication skills
- Good problem solver
- Work well independently
- Work well in a fast paced environment
- Work well as a member of a team
- Always open to new ideas
- Flexible to change
- Comfortable & familiar in the Elementary School setting
Accomplishments
- I have been fortunate to have many opportunities through my work and volunteering that have allowed me to develop a valuable skill set. Since graduating from the Delta Teaching Assistant Program in 2019, I have held several temporary positions within the Delta School District, including, Hawthorne Elementary in Primary Social Learning, Port Guichon Elementary supporting Kindergarten and Grade Six, English Bluff Elementary supporting Kindergarten and Grade One (both in school & online), South Delta Secondary School Life Skills Program, Ladner Elementary Mainstream support, and finally, Pebble Hill Traditional Elementary Mainstream Support, first as a temporary position then becoming a continuing position in September of 2023 to present.
- I have participated in various capacities on the Parent Advisory Committee at my children's Elementary school, as well as having the wonderful opportunity of volunteering in different classrooms, ranging from Kindergarten to Grade Three, at Ladner Elementary from 2014 to 2018.
- In my past work as a Clinical Technical Assistant I successfully operated a single employee patient service centre, where I worked with individuals of all ranges of cognitive and physical abilities. I participated in the training and development of Lab Assistant practicum students and new hires, and through that experience had the unique opportunity to train a practicum student who was deaf.
- I have volunteered with BC Children's Hospital, BC Cancer Agency, United Way and Scouts Canada.
Timeline
Education Assistant
Delta School District
09.2019 - Current
Supervision Assistant
Delta School District
10.2017 - 06.2019
Clinical Technical Assistant
Life Labs (formerly MDS Metro)
03.1996 - 01.2007
Medical Office Assistant
Fraser Heights Medical Clinic
04.1993 - 02.1996
Certificate - Education Assistant
Delta Teaching Assistant Program
Responsible Adult Course
Wind And Tide Preschool Ltd
Clinical Technical Assistant Training
MDS Metro Laboratories
General Studies in Psychology, Sociology & Creative Writing
Kwantlen College
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