Rachel Taylor
London,ON
Summary
Positive and hardworking university student with various types of work experiences. Recently worked with hospital patients, and young children in school and artistic environments. Energetic individual with a compassionate nature and drive to serve the local community through work and volunteer experiences.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Youth Advisory Council Member
London Health Sciences Center
London, ON
09.2019 - Current
- Attended monthly meetings teleconferencing and in-person.
- Provided organizational leadership and collaborated with executive partners to establish long-term goals, strategies and company policies.
- Devised strategic improvements to resolve issues and spearhead necessary operational updates.
- Improved patient experience and engagement through fresh, new, helpful and creative ideas to Children’s Hospital.
- Positively impacted hospital stays/experience more tolerable such as implementing wall decals and decor to increase the cheerful need of medical spaces and ease fear and anxiety of children.
Babysitter
Family
London, ON
03.2014 - Current
- Monitored children's safety and well-being to prevent accidents and falls.
- Enforced rules to teach good manners and maintain safe environment.
- Cared for children of various ages and assisted with feeding, dressing and directing activities.
- Read stories and played alphabet games to promote early literacy.
- Implemented positive behavior management techniques.
- Administered one-on-one care to meet physical, emotional, social and intellectual needs of children.
- Assisted younger children with learning how to accomplish small, age-appropriate jobs.
- Organized various leisure activities, games, crafts and outings to keep children entertained and busy.
- Monitored children in home and in public.
- Cared for children's hygiene and personal needs by changing diapers, bathing and feeding.
Bilingual Tutor
École élémentaire Frère André
London, Ontario
01.2014 - Current
- Demonstrated various teaching techniques to engage students in the learning process.
- Maintained accurate records of student progress for reporting purposes.
- Monitored student performance on assignments and assessments throughout the year.
- Counseled struggling learners on how best to approach difficult subjects or tasks.
- Created a positive learning environment by encouraging open communication between tutor, teacher, and student's family members.
COVID-19 Screener
St.Joseph's Healthcare London
London, ON
05.2022 - 08.2022
- Sanitized work area and sterilized equipment and instruments to comply with protocols.
- Offered protective masks and face shields to guests.
- Communicated professionally to explain COVID-19 screening procedures to staff members and visitors.
- Assessed workplace locations to guarantee accommodations met the needs of clients with handicaps or disabilities.
- Acted as site liaison to promote proper hygiene, social distancing and other preventive practices.
- Was able to adapt to the different patient environments such as Mount Hope Center for Long Term Care, St.Joseph's Family Medical and Dental Center, and the main St.Joseph's Hospital.
Teacher’s Assistant
Jo Read Dance
London, ON
09.2016 - 06.2019
- Accommodated students with special needs by using different teaching styles, encouraging each to learn at appropriate pace.
- Worked one-on-one with students to master specific dance steps.
- Instructed groups of individual and coupled dancers in different dance styles.
- Encouraged student creativity with motivation, positive feedback and constructive criticism.
Sports Volunteer
Monseigneur Bruyère
London, ON
03.2019 - 03.2019
- Laid out, organized and put away sports equipment and supplies for activities.
- Pleasantly welcomed visitors and maintained reception.
- Worked professionally to handle client, vendor and public guest requirements.
- Monitored condition of OFSAA Basketball school teams to unsure hydration and well-being of players.
- Assisted Teacher Volunteer coach to create a positive environment as host school.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Linguistics
University of Ottawa
Ottawa, ON05.2025
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique Monseigneur-Bruyère
London, ON06.2021
Skills
- Bilingual in French and English
- Strategic Planning and Execution
- Integrity and Transparency
- Judgement and Decision Making
- Solution Innovation
- Goal Setting
- Adaptable and Flexible
- Thrives Under Pressure
- Analytical and Critical Thinker
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
COVID-19 Screener
St.Joseph's Healthcare London
05.2022 - 08.2022
Youth Advisory Council Member
London Health Sciences Center
09.2019 - Current
Sports Volunteer
Monseigneur Bruyère
03.2019 - 03.2019
Teacher’s Assistant
Jo Read Dance
09.2016 - 06.2019
Babysitter
Family
03.2014 - Current
Bilingual Tutor
École élémentaire Frère André
01.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology And Linguistics
University of Ottawa
High School Diploma -
École Secondaire Catholique Monseigneur-Bruyère
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