Summary
Overview
PROFESSIONAL PRACTICUUM
Education
Work History
Skills
OCT ID
Languages
Timeline
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Vanessa Owusu-Afriyie

Mississauga,ON
Vanessa Owusu-Afriyie

Summary

Skilled in creating supportive and engaging learning environments within classroom setting, seeking to transition into new field. Developed expertise in curriculum planning and student assessment. Ready to apply these transferrable skills to contribute to new professional challenges and opportunities.

Overview

3
years of professional experience

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICUUM

PROFESSIONAL PRACTICUUM
  • Grade 4/5 Classroom, George O’ Neil PS (SGDSB) - 11/01/24 to 12/31/24
  • Kindergarten Classroom, Whiteoaks PS (PDSB) - 03/01/24 to 04/30/24
  • Grade 1 Classroom, Ellengale PS (PDSB) - 11/01/23 to 12/31/23

Education

Lakehead University
Thunder Bay, Ontario

Bachelor of Education from Consecutive Program
04.2025

University Overview

University of Guelph-Humber
Toronto, Ontario

Kinesiology Dual Degree and Diploma Program
04.2019

University Overview

Fanshawe College
London, Ontario

Fitness and Health Promotion Diploma from Diploma Program
04.2017

University Overview

Work History

Kelsey’s Original Roadhouse

Server
04.2024 - Current

Job overview

  • Demonstrated exceptional customer service by maintaining a friendly, approachable demeanor and ensuring guests feel welcome in a fast-paced, family-friendly environment.
  • Skilled in attentively addressing customer needs, checking in regularly without being intrusive, and handling complaints or special requests with patience and professionalism.
  • Proven ability to efficiently manage multiple tables, prioritize tasks, and maintain a smooth flow of service.

Whiteoaks PS

Emergency EA
05.2024 - 06.2024

Job overview

  • Company Overview: PDSB
  • Provided individualized support to a student with autism, encouraging a positive and structured learning environment to promote focus, engagement, and task completion
  • Collaborated with educators to adapt lessons and materials, offering tailored assistance to students with diverse needs, ensuring inclusive participation and academic progress
  • Assisted in the supervision and support of students during field trips, ensuring safety and encouraging social interactions in diverse environments

Tutor Doctor

Tutor
05.2024 - 08.2024

Job overview

  • Company Overview: GTA
  • Provided one-on-one tutoring to Grade 5 students with diverse learning needs, offering personalized support to meet academic and homework goals in a variety of subjects
  • Scaffolded literacy lessons that aligned with curriculum expectations, helping students build foundational skills and achieve proficiency in both classroom and independent work
  • Monitored student progress and adapted instructional strategies to ensure continued growth, fostering confidence and improving academic performance across multiple subjects

Mackenzie Medical RC

Assistant Manager
06.2022 - 08.2023

Job overview

  • Floated between clinics to help manage daily operations and administrative activities of the clinics
  • Assisted staff during busy periods to ensure treatment is provided smoothly and manage flow
  • Analyzed patient retention rate & follow up with patient feedback
  • Participated in hiring process & assist in the training of new medical staff

Skills

  • Emergency First Aid Responder
  • Standard First Aid

  • CPR and AED
  • Customer service

OCT ID

OCT ID

755894

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Twi
Native or Bilingual
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Emergency EA
Whiteoaks PS
05.2024 - 06.2024
Tutor
Tutor Doctor
05.2024 - 08.2024
Server
Kelsey’s Original Roadhouse
04.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager
Mackenzie Medical RC
06.2022 - 08.2023
University of Guelph-Humber
Kinesiology Dual Degree and Diploma Program
Fanshawe College
Fitness and Health Promotion Diploma from Diploma Program
Lakehead University
Bachelor of Education from Consecutive Program
Vanessa Owusu-Afriyie