Sofia Morton
Victoria,BC
Summary
Dynamic and empathetic student with extensive experience in child care and educational support roles, notably with babysitting for kids ages 1-9 and English language support for international students and immigrants. Excelled in creating safe and engaging environments, leveraging strong communication and foreign language proficiency. Demonstrated leadership in coordinating events and enhancing learning, earning commendations for teamwork and a positive attitude.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Babysitter
Babysitting for Kids Ages 1-9
2019.07 - Current
- Played games, worked on puzzles, and read books to young children.
- Communicated positively with children and guardians.
- Maintained a clean and organized environment to ensure the well-being of children under care.
- Reassured children when upset providing emotional support and stability.
- Bathed, dressed, and helped with teeth brushing as part of bedtime preparation.
- Sanitized dishes, tabletops, toys, and frequently touched surfaces to prevent spreading of germs.
- Built lasting bonds with the families I worked with through excellent communication skills creating strong rapport which led me being recommended amongst friends.
Volunteer
Victoria High School
2023.11 - 2023.11
- Assisted with special events and programs.
- Operational lead in maintaining well organized and successful events.
- Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning at local elementary schools.
- Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Boosted fundraising efforts, securing valuable donations through targeted campaigns.
- Assisted with translations for newly arrived EAL students at local schools.
- Assisted parents with navigation around the school and provided support to teachers as needed during Parent-Teacher meet night.
- Contributed to the design and construction of a school garden, including planting, soil preparation, and garden maintenance.
- Planned and executed a successful movie night event, including coordinating logistics, managing equipment and overseeing setup.
Teacher Helper
Rock Heights Middle School
2020.11 - 2022.06
- Responded to student needs and questions promptly.
- Supported classroom activities, tutoring, and reviewing work.
- Contributed to an inclusive learning environment through one-on-one and group support.
- Enhanced student comprehension by utilizing visual aids and hands-on activities during lessons.
- Assisted Latin American immigrants by translating written and verbal information between English and Spanish to facilitate communication and learning.
- Assisted in teaching English language skills, including vocabulary, grammar, and conversational practice.
- Collaborated with teachers to track student progress and provide feedback on instructional effectiveness.
Education
No Degree -
Victoria High School
Victoria, BC06.2026
Skills
- Patience and Empathy
- Time Management
- Strong Work Ethic
- Reliability
- Positive Attitude
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Organized and Efficient
- Foreign language proficiency
- Fast Learner
- Friendly and Professional
- Leadership Qualities
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Volunteer
Victoria High School
2023.11 - 2023.11
Teacher Helper
Rock Heights Middle School
2020.11 - 2022.06
Babysitter
Babysitting for Kids Ages 1-9
2019.07 - Current
No Degree -
Victoria High School
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