Lizzie Hay
Caledonia,ON
Summary
Strong communicator, leadership skills, and excellent people skills. Friendly, highly responsible and dependable. I can quickly learn new tasks and am good at adapting to different situations. Problem-solving skills, and the ability to motivate and guide while maintaining positive relationships with coworkers.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Amateur Photographer
Self Employed
Caledonia, Ontario
01.2020 - Current
- Set up lighting equipment and adjust camera settings to capture desired images.
- Maintain photography equipment including cameras, lenses, lighting gear, tripods.
- Advise on appropriate poses, props, and backgrounds for each shot taken.
- Compose creative shots from different angles that are visually appealing.
- Research trends in photography styles to stay up-to-date with current technologies and practices.
- Assist in planning setup of shoots including location scouting.
- Photographed special events, parties, and portraits.
Gymnastics and Trampoline Coach
Grand River Gymmies Gymnastics
Caledonia, Ontario
12.2021 - 09.2024
- Collaborated with other coaches to develop drills that would challenge athletes while also teaching them proper technique.
- Motivated athletes through positive reinforcement so they could reach their full potential.
- Established relationships with parents to ensure they had a clear understanding of their child's progress and development.
- Enforced rules regarding behavior in order to maintain a safe environment.
- Demonstrated proper trampoline techniques to students of all ages and skill levels.
- Attended staff meetings to discuss upcoming events, strategies, and overall team goals.
- Implemented various drills designed to improve agility, balance, coordination, flexibility, power, speed, stamina, and strength.
- Maintained accurate records of athlete progress throughout the season.
- Worked with other coaches and team members to maintain strong program.
- Assisted with recruiting new athletes by attending local events and demonstrations.
- Monitored equipment condition regularly to ensure it was safe for use at all times.
Volunteer Gymnastics Coach
Grand River Gymmies Gymnastics
Caledonia, Ontario
12.2019 - 12.2021
- While working beside a senior coach I helped to instruct athletes on proper techniques, strategies, rules and regulations of the sport.
- Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
- Communicated effectively with parents, administrators, and other coaches regarding team activities or concerns.
- Attended coaching clinics or workshops in order to stay up-to-date on how to catch the sport properly.
- Helped improve athletes' motivation levels through positive reinforcement.
Babysitter
Friends and Family
Caledonia, Ontario
06.2019 - 09.2020
- Using problem-solving skills to anticipate potential issues before they arise.
- Establishing trust through consistent communication with both parents and kids.
- Engaging in age-appropriate activities like reading stories or playing games.
- Helping older children with homework assignments as directed by parents.
- Assisting with meals, snacks, and bedtime routines for the children.
- Providing a safe environment for children to explore their curiosity and creativity.
- Greeting parents upon arrival home from work and providing updates on the day's events.
- Enforcing discipline when necessary but always doing so calmly and respectfully.
- Encouraging healthy physical activity by taking walks together or playing games outside.
- Completing light housekeeping tasks such as tidying up toys and books.
- Maintaining a positive attitude while being patient and understanding with the children.
- Responsibly watched children while parents were out.
- Organized various activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained.
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Communicated with parents about daily activities and any concerning behaviors.
Education
High School Diploma -
Hamilton District Christian High School
Ancaster, ON06-2025
First Aid Certified
Red Cross
Hamilton, ONLevel 2 Certified Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastics Canada
Hamilton, ONLevel 1 Certified Trampoline Coach
Gymnastics Canada
Hamilton, ONBabysitters Course Certified
Red Cross
Hamilton, ONSkills
- Leadership
- Responsible
- Respectful
- People Skills
- Event planning
- Athlete training
- Safety compliance
- Motivational techniques
- Good communication
- Conflict resolution
- Physically fit
- Proficient in all Microsoft programs, social media, Windows, and MacOS
- Good with technology
- Photographer
- Fashion
- Creative
- Quick Learner
- Photo editing
- Digital photography
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Gymnastics and Trampoline Coach
Grand River Gymmies Gymnastics
12.2021 - 09.2024
Amateur Photographer
Self Employed
01.2020 - Current
Volunteer Gymnastics Coach
Grand River Gymmies Gymnastics
12.2019 - 12.2021
Babysitter
Friends and Family
06.2019 - 09.2020
High School Diploma -
Hamilton District Christian High School
First Aid Certified
Red Cross
Level 2 Certified Gymnastics Coach
Gymnastics Canada
Level 1 Certified Trampoline Coach
Gymnastics Canada
Babysitters Course Certified
Red Cross
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