Trinda McNeill
Victoria,Canada
Summary
An avid adventurer with a passion for people. I am a photographer, sailor, foodie, wife and mom, travel enthusiast, and bookworm.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Education Assistant
Pacific Christian School
10.2024 - 12.2024
- Assisted educators in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff to enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support to foster improvement and confidence.
Watch Officer/Medical Officer
SALTS Sail and Life Training Society
01.2022 - 10.2024
- Taught lessons about sailing including Navigation, Sail Handling, and "Rules of the Road" to trainees aboard.
- Managed a group of youth (age 13-25) as they operated the vessel.
- Debriefed interpersonal conflicts and aided in youth personal growth opportunities.
- Facilitated first aid aboard the vessel and ensured adequate supplies were stocked.
- Modeled best practices in stress management, teamwork, and adaptability in a high-pressure work environment.
Cook
SALTS Sail and Life Training Society
06.2019 - 02.2025
- Managed kitchen operations, optimizing workflow for efficient meal preparation and service.
- Prepared high-quality meals ensuring consistency and taste between sailing experiences
- Monitored inventory levels, minimizing waste through effective stock management practices.
- Enhanced kitchen efficiency by refining cooking processes and introducing time-saving techniques.
- Prepared meals efficiently under time and environmental constraints.
Educational Assistant
Mennonite Educational Institute
05.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted educators in developing and implementing lesson plans tailored to diverse learning needs.
- Coordinated communication between teachers, parents, and support staff to enhance student engagement.
- Monitored student progress, providing feedback and support to foster improvement and confidence.
Lead Facilitator
OMADA Teambuilding
03.2017 - 05.2018
- Designed and facilitated team-building programs to enhance collaboration and communication among participants.
- Led workshops focused on conflict resolution and trust-building, fostering a positive team environment.
- Mentored junior facilitators, providing guidance on best practices and enhancing overall team effectiveness.
- Promoted participant engagement through interactive activities and real-world application of concepts.
Education
Master of Arts - Counselling
City University Victoria
Victoria, BC06-2027
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University
Langley, BC05-2018
Skills
- Serving it Right - 2024
- FoodSafe Level 1 - 2023
- Wilderness First Aid - 90 Hours - 2022
- DVS (Domestic Vessel Safety) - 2020
- ROC-M (Restricted Operators Certificate - Maritime) - 2020
- Marine Advanced First Aid - 2020
- SVOP (Small Vessel Operator Proficiency) - 2019
Timeline
Education Assistant
Pacific Christian School
10.2024 - 12.2024
Watch Officer/Medical Officer
SALTS Sail and Life Training Society
01.2022 - 10.2024
Cook
SALTS Sail and Life Training Society
06.2019 - 02.2025
Educational Assistant
Mennonite Educational Institute
05.2018 - 06.2019
Lead Facilitator
OMADA Teambuilding
03.2017 - 05.2018
Master of Arts - Counselling
City University Victoria
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Trinity Western University