Sophie Sparks
Langley,BC
Summary
Simon Fraser University graduate with ....
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Township Of Langley
Langley, BC
10.2017 - Current
- Taught daily swim instruction to students varying in ages and skill levels.
- Communicated clearly and positively with parents to ensure expectations were met and exceeded.
- Used various teaching aids and methods to cater to the individual needs of students.
- Provided positive reinforcement and motivation to increase student confidence and performance.
- Took notes strengths and weaknesses of each child in class to track progress.
- Assisted in setting up pool deck, cleaning up public areas and closing pool in unsafe conditions.
- Implemented proper safety protocols and emergency response plans.
- Provided emergency first aid as needed.
Cobs Bread Sales Assistant
Cobs Bread
Langley, BC
10.2016 - 10.2017
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Simon Fraser University
Burnaby, BC06.2023
High School Diploma -
Langley Fine Arts School
Fort Langley, BC06.2018
Skills
● Volunteer - KB Woodward Elementary, classroom support
● Volunteer - Langley Fine Arts School, theater club support
● Volunteer – Walnut Grove Community Center, aquatic support
- Research Assistant– Simon Fraser University for PhD student
Certification
- National Lifeguard Pool Option (Lifesaving Society of BC/Yukon).
- Water Safety Instructor (Canadian Red Cross).
- Standard First Aid CPR-C & AED (Canadian Red Cross).
- Completed Mentoring Workshop at Township of Langley.
- Completed Leadership Workshop at Township of Langley.
- Proficient in basic office applications including Microsoft Office and Google Drive.
- Proficient in collaboration software such as Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Google Workspace.
- Advanced experience with ScheduleForce software.
- Organizational skills
- Problem solving skills
Timeline
Lifeguard and Swim Instructor
Township Of Langley
10.2017 - Current
Cobs Bread Sales Assistant
Cobs Bread
10.2016 - 10.2017
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Simon Fraser University
High School Diploma -
Langley Fine Arts School