Maria Zoranovic

Self-directed and energetic student with superior performance in both autonomous and collaborative environments, working independently and collaborating with others on group projects. Meticulous and detail-oriented, with great observational, organizational, and communication skills. Proactive and task-driven, with excellent time management, and problem-solving skills. Known for reliability and adaptability, with a swift capacity to learn and apply new skills. Committed to leveraging these qualities to drive team success, and contribute to organizational growth.

• Academic silver medalist throughout 4 years of high school
• All-Star volleyball team at Uottawa 2023 and 2024
• 5 years of competitive volleyball experience (4 years Ottawa Fusion, 1 year Mavericks Volleyball)
• Volleyball team captain for 3 years
• 2x team provincial MVP
• Team national MVP
• 8 years of piano - Royal Conservatory of Music level 8
• Achieved black belt in Taekwon-do

CHEO ChildLife Volunteer: September 2023 to Current

• Provide comfort to infant patients
• Engage patients in play activities
• Specialist, in the absence of a caregiver
• Example holding, reading, singing or providing a soothing touch
• Plan, prepare and adapt activities according to patient needs
• Assist patients and siblings with crafts and projects
• Help ensure a safe, clean, and welcoming environment of the playroom
• Assist with the personalization of a patient's room
• Assist with special events.

Assistant Coach- Ottawa Fusion Volleyball

• Created a team from scratch, working with other coaches to assess and choose each individual player
• Evaluated individual knowledge, skills, and strengths, and assigned team positions to maximize talent areas.
• Worked individually with players when struggling to enhance confidence and strengthen court skills.
• Coordinated with parents, boosters, and other resources to meet team needs involving equipment and travel arrangements.
• Dedicate 3 practices per week, all worth 2 hours, helping players improve.
• Created a positive and encouraging environment to motivate athletes to give their best efforts.
• Travelling with the team to tournaments and games, offering the best coaching support

Let's Talk Science Volunteer: September 2024- Current

• Help underprivileged students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
• Planned, prepared, and taught lesson plans, giving students individual support.
• Demonstrated positive and effective classroom management skills.
• Encouraged student interest in Science
• Encouraged student participation in laboratory experiments to enhance scientific knowledge.

NICER Lab Volunteer: May 2024- September 2024

• Went into the lab and engaged in brainstorming the next steps for the new project researching Autism in Children.
• Provided statistical analysis for specific areas of research.
• Demonstrated flexibility working in a fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

Prom Committee Organizer and Leader: June 2021- June 2022

• Engaged in both long and short-term project planning, strategizing for high-quality, organized prom night.
• Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
• Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Negotiated contracts with prom venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain the best rates and services.
• Managed team budget, documented expenditures and coordinated with volunteers and staff to push fundraising efforts.
• Coordinated donor and fundraising materials and dispersed across new and existing markets.
• Supported staff with developing professional skills and abilities, uplifting team performance.

Colour Run Organizer: March 2022- May 2022

• Communicated and worked with Ottawa Race Day employees to organize materials needed.
• Wrote e-mails, promoted events via social media and drafted phone scripts to recruit volunteers.
• Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes with the team.
• Analyzed event costs to identify areas of improvement and cost savings.
• Developed detailed event reports, documenting all aspects of the run.
• Researched and identified new vendors and suppliers to obtain competitive pricing.
• Participated in strategy development and planning to grow the organizing program and advance campaigns.