Shannon Patterson
London,Canada
Summary
I am an energetic Recreation Coordinator/Aide with demonstrated abilities to plan and implement exciting events and activities. I have an enthusiastic personality with great communication skills. I work well in team situations and solo. I am a calm and pleasant professional with exemplary knowledge of life enrichment for older adults and a strong desire to improve quality of life through fun fitness and/or creative activities. Personable worker promoting many years of experience working with people of varying ages in recreational activities.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Activity Leader
SHAD Laurentian 2023, Harquail Schools of Earth Sciences - Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury
07.2023 - 07.2023
- Facilitated math-based activity to analyze critical minerals for advanced high school students in SHAD program.
- Maintained student engagement and participation throughout the entire session.
- Redirected misbehavior with tact and encouragement to ensure focus on activity.
- Coordinated student activities and boosted engagement by ensuring safe, positive environment.
- Assisted with set up and clean up of activity areas.
Content Lead
Electrifying the Future Summer Camp 2023, Goodman School of Mines - Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Developed fun and educational camp content for the geology site at the Willet Green Miller Centre
- Entertained and engaged over 400 students throughout the two weeks of camp with one assistant
- Coordinated with and directed cohort leads (camp counsellors)
- Engaged campers in fun activities
- Dealt with any issues of misbehaviour or inappropriate behaviour (ie cellphone content) effectively
- Conducted thorough research to inform content creation and ensure accuracy
- Analyzed audience feedback to refine content strategies and enhance engagement
- Led brainstorming sessions to generate innovative ideas
Office Manager
GSA Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury
09.2023 - 04.2024
- Proficient Microsoft word and excel skills
- Wordpress website skills, creating new content
- Canva creating skills, creating posters
- Translate minutes, constitution and meeting agendas in French
- Organized office supplies inventory, ensuring timely replenishment and availability of materials.
- Answered phone calls, responded to emails, routed mail and coordinated courier services.
- Managed office inventory and placed new supply orders.
Private Special Needs Tutor
Self-Employed
Online
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Customized tutoring tactics based on learning disabilities
- Created lessons plans to engage distracted or angry student
- Developed tailored lesson plans for students with diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with students teacher
- Students possessed disabilities such as ADHD and autism
Tutor
Tutor Doctor
Sudbury
10.2023 - 09.2024
- Tailored tutoring for each student
- Created lesson plans
- Worked in conjunction with students teachers
- Students education from elementary school up to university level
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Gerontology
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury05-2025
Certificate of Bilingualism - French
Laurentian University
Greater Sudbury, ON05-2025
Diploma - General Arts & Sciences
London, ON
London, ON12.2019
Certificate - Academic and Career Entrance
London, ON
London, ON12.2017
Skills
- Bilingual communication in French
- Activity planning and coordinating
- Content creation
- Innovation and creativity
- Monthly event calendars
- Activity research and implementation
- Conflict resolution
- Client relationship management
- Behavior management
- Team collaboration
- Activity-based learning
- Relationship building
- Time management
- Patience and empathy
- Active listening
- Needs assessment
- Assessment and evaluation
- Documentation and reporting
- Effective collaboration and interaction
- Chaperoning events
- Interpersonal skills
- Communication skills
- Cultural sensitivity
- Diversity awareness
- Data analysis
Accomplishments
Fall 2023 - Hardy Geddes $10,000 scholarship
Fall 2023 - Humana $500 scholarship
Fall 2024 - Humana $1000 scholarship
References
References available upon request.
Certification
- Introduction to Project Management, August 2023 to Present
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
French
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Tutor
Tutor Doctor
10.2023 - 09.2024
Office Manager
GSA Laurentian University
09.2023 - 04.2024
Private Special Needs Tutor
Self-Employed
09.2023 - 06.2024
Activity Leader
SHAD Laurentian 2023, Harquail Schools of Earth Sciences - Laurentian University
07.2023 - 07.2023
Content Lead
Electrifying the Future Summer Camp 2023, Goodman School of Mines - Laurentian University
06.2023 - 08.2023
Bachelor of Arts - Gerontology
Laurentian University
Certificate of Bilingualism - French
Laurentian University
Diploma - General Arts & Sciences
London, ON
Certificate - Academic and Career Entrance
London, ON
Similar Profiles
Lucas BrannonLucas Brannon
Laurentian Residence Events Lead/ Program Coordinator at Laurentian UniversityLaurentian Residence Events Lead/ Program Coordinator at Laurentian University
Famie Djagoran Marie-Grace FelixFamie Djagoran Marie-Grace Felix
After-school Tutor at Laurentian UniversityAfter-school Tutor at Laurentian University
Madison BoileauMadison Boileau
Communications Lead at Laurentian UniversityCommunications Lead at Laurentian University
Siteoun OukSiteoun Ouk
Skilled Labourer / Mason Assistant at Mason’s RepublicSkilled Labourer / Mason Assistant at Mason’s Republic
Raja RathinamadasamyRaja Rathinamadasamy
QA Manager at Cognizant Technology SolutionsQA Manager at Cognizant Technology Solutions