Myla Okell
Thornhill,Ontario
Summary
Passionate, energetic, motivated, self-starting individual with strong leadership skills.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Tutor
09.2024 - Current
- Motivated students towards learning and studying to build self-confidence and reduce fear of failure.
- Provided homework assistance using specific curriculum and materials.
- Tutored diverse groups of students to strengthen subject comprehension, boost confidence and build important learning skills.
- Created personalized lesson plans to meet needs of diverse learners.
Teacher's Assistant
YRDSB
09.2022 - Current
- Oversaw students in classroom and common areas to monitor, enforce rules, and support lead teacher.
- Kept classrooms clean, neat, and properly sanitized for student health and classroom efficiency.
- Supported student learning objectives through personalized and small group assistance.
- Partnered with teacher to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals, and objectives.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
Volunteer
Sick Kids Hospital
09.2022 - Current
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- created bead bracelets and necklaces to support children's success stories
Babysitter
09.2020 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children
- Communicated positively with children and guardians
- Organized and cleaned home after activities by picking up toys and straightening up playroom
- Prepared healthy, age-appropriate snacks and meals.
Swim Instructor
Swim Time Thornhill
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Planned classes covering different ages and skill levels to prepare students for basic and advanced swimming needs.
- Used teaching aids such as kickboards, diving rings, and fins correctly to teach students.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Developed and implemented lesson plans based on individual student needs.
Education
Westmount Collegiate Institute
Skills
- PowerPoint Presentations
- Special Needs Education
- Multicultural Awareness
- Caring and Empathetic Demeanor
- Ensuring Safety and Injury Prevention
- Creating a Safe Learning Environment
- Motivating and Inspiring Students
- Collaborative and Team-Oriented
- Enthusiasm for Students and Teaching
- Promoting Social and Emotional Development
- Small Group Instruction
- Small Group and Individual Assistance
Certification
- Certified LSS Swim qualifications
- Certified NLS qualifications
- Certified Current Standard First Aid
Languages
English
Timeline
Tutor
09.2024 - Current
Swim Instructor
Swim Time Thornhill
09.2023 - 06.2024
Teacher's Assistant
YRDSB
09.2022 - Current
Volunteer
Sick Kids Hospital
09.2022 - Current
Babysitter
09.2020 - Current
Westmount Collegiate Institute