Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Certification
References
Languages
Affiliations
Interests
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SARAH WRIGHT

Toronto,Canada

Summary

Detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Demonstrates the ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Known for proactive problem-solving and optimizing processes to support team objectives.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Swim Instructor

ABC First Aid + Aquatics
01.2023 - Current
  • I was responsible for teaching swimming techniques, swimming strokes, and water safety rules to students with varying swimming abilities
  • Assisting more experienced swimmers to enhance their swimming abilities

Safety and Wellbeing Responder

Canadian Red Cross
01.2023 - Current
  • I was an advocate for beneficiaries in matters of mental health and psychosocial support to facilitate the resilience, emotional and psychological well being of the affected population in emergency situations

Receptionist Assistant

Aubrey Falls Investments
05.2014 - 08.2024
  • Handled sensitive information discreetly while performing administrative duties such as filing paperwork and processing payments.
  • Supported administrative staff with daily tasks, resulting in increased productivity and a well-organized work environment.
  • Organized electronic and hard copy filing systems for easy retrieval of documents and information.
  • Managed multiple tasks and met time-sensitive deadlines.

Hostess, Server Assistant, and Food Runner

Ki Modern Japanese + Bar
07.2021 - 11.2022
  • I various jobs around the restaurant that required planning, organizing, working with a team, and being a leader

File Clerk

Dr. Lynda Myles Optometry
08.2010 - 10.2021
  • I was in charge of organizing files, and paperwork
  • I was in charge of patient information and data entry

Researcher

University of Toronto
02.2021 - 09.2021
  • I wrote a chapter of a textbook comparing COVID-19 infection rates among Indigenous populations around the world

Bartender

Detour Bar
12.2019 - 03.2020
  • I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
  • My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies

Server/Bartender

Wacky Wings
05.2018 - 12.2019
  • I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
  • My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies

Volunteer

Algom Public Health
09.2010 - 06.2019
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Represented organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.

Bartender

The Outpost
11.2016 - 05.2018
  • I worked directly with customers by mixing and serving drink orders
  • My responsibilities included verifying age requirements, knowing alcohol pairing and tastes, knowing how to make traditional and classy drinks, processing payments, managing inventory and cleaning bar supplies

Youth Mentor Team Leader

Community Living Algoma
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Provided ongoing professional development opportunities for mentees to enhance their skills in working with diverse populations of youth effectively addressing various challenges they may face throughout this critical developmental stage in life.
  • Maintained detailed records tracking participant progress over time, allowing us to adapt mentoring strategies as needed based on individual growth patterns observed.
  • Facilitated positive group dynamics by promoting cooperation, teamwork, and conflict resolution among team members.
  • Designed and implemented targeted intervention strategies for struggling mentees, leading to improved academic performance.
  • Managed budgets allocated towards mentoring programs while ensuring that resources were distributed equitably among participants.
  • Built trust with parents and guardians through open communication channels, enhancing their involvement in the mentorship process.

Research Assistant

Thrive Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • I was an assistant on a pilot project that looked into giving children with spastic Cerebral Palsy intramuscular botox injections to prevent tonicity and contracture

Swim Coach

Northern Storm Aquatic Club
08.2012 - 05.2014
  • I was in charge of teaching the first level swimmers of a swim team
  • My responsibilities were to teach these children swim team skills and give them advice and corrections on their form

Swim Instructor

John Rhodes Community Centre
08.2011 - 03.2014
  • I was in charge of teaching children and adults how to swim
  • Still certified by the Lifesaving Society

Education

Addictions Counselling Certificate -

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY
01.2022

Bachelor of Applied Science - PUBLIC HEALTH

TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY
01.2022

Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY

ALGOMA UNIVERSITY
01.2019

Skills

  • Customer Service
  • Patience and Empathy
  • Child Supervision
  • Creative Thinking
  • Water safety knowledge
  • Student and Class Monitoring
  • Child Development Understanding
  • Age-Appropriate Lessons
  • Safety Training
  • First and CPR instruction

Accomplishments

    Marnie MacPherson Award, 2010

Certification

  • Emergency Medical Responder Instructor, Canadian Red Cross, 2023
  • Emergency Medical Responder, Canadian Red Cross, 2023
  • Lifesaving Instructor, Lifesaving Society, 2023
  • Basic Life Support (Health Care Provider), Canadian Red Cross, 2023
  • Smart serve, 2014
  • Medical Terminology Certificate, 2024

References

AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Affiliations

  • Red Cross
  • Lifesaving Society
  • St. John's Ambulance

Interests

  • Community Cleanup
  • Offering time and support to shelters for the homeless, women, and animals
  • Youth Development Programs
  • Youth mentor, providing guidance and support to empower the next generation of leaders
  • Getting involved in local advocacy groups to promote positive change in the community
  • Fundraising Events
  • Advocacy Campaigns
  • Animal Welfare Advocacy
  • Volunteer Work
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Environmental Conservation Projects
  • Participating in fundraising events to support local charities, schools, or community projects
  • Homelessness Outreach

Timeline

Swim Instructor

ABC First Aid + Aquatics
01.2023 - Current

Safety and Wellbeing Responder

Canadian Red Cross
01.2023 - Current

Hostess, Server Assistant, and Food Runner

Ki Modern Japanese + Bar
07.2021 - 11.2022

Researcher

University of Toronto
02.2021 - 09.2021

Bartender

Detour Bar
12.2019 - 03.2020

Server/Bartender

Wacky Wings
05.2018 - 12.2019

Bartender

The Outpost
11.2016 - 05.2018

Youth Mentor Team Leader

Community Living Algoma
06.2016 - 08.2016

Research Assistant

Thrive Child Development Centre
06.2016 - 08.2016

Receptionist Assistant

Aubrey Falls Investments
05.2014 - 08.2024

Swim Coach

Northern Storm Aquatic Club
08.2012 - 05.2014

Swim Instructor

John Rhodes Community Centre
08.2011 - 03.2014

Volunteer

Algom Public Health
09.2010 - 06.2019

File Clerk

Dr. Lynda Myles Optometry
08.2010 - 10.2021

Bachelor of Science - PSYCHOLOGY

ALGOMA UNIVERSITY

Addictions Counselling Certificate -

MCMASTER UNIVERSITY

Bachelor of Applied Science - PUBLIC HEALTH

TORONTO METROPOLITAN UNIVERSITY

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