CHRISTINE NIELSEN- BABYSITTER
Results-oriented, quality-driven team player and leader; Energetic and responsible person with experience in childcare and working with people; In Advance Placement Program with a 96% average; Core competencies in:
Team Leadership
Project Management
Problem Solving
Training and Support
Solution Evaluation
Effective Communication
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ACHIEVEMENTS
-Volunteered at the Hamilton/Burlington SPCA by welcoming visitors and introducing them to pets.
- Received a certificate of attendance for always being on time and ready to work.
- Earned a 96% average this past semester by practicing good study habits which resulted in fast learning.
- Was presented the following awards: citizenship, trustworthiness, and integrity for my reliability, honesty, and hard work.
- Participated as a leader in student council, during nutrition breaks, and at camp.
- Strong team player who provided encouragement that helped win many sports games.
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EDUCATION
- Advance Placement Program, Sir Allan MacNab Secondary School
- SPCA Leader In Training Program: August 2011
- SPCA Apprentice Training Program: June 2011
- Life Saving Society Bronze medallion prerequisite to National Lifeguard Certification: June 2010
- Trained in CPR
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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Wayne Davis, Hamilton, ON 2009 Present
Allison Davis, Hamilton, ON
Babysitter
Supervised children and created a safe environment. Led by example by being a positive role model.
- 3 years of experience babysitting young children, including a child with special needs.
- Managed situations and made good decisions without adult support.
- Provided snacks and prepared healthy meals.
Hamilton/Burlington SPCA, Hamilton, ON 2011
Camp Counselor, Volunteer
Led a group of children through safe activities throughout the day by gently encouraging participation and good behaviour.
- Cared for and supervised a group of children; Kept a watchful eye on the other groups of children; cared for animals.
- Solved problems that arose by understanding the problem and evaluating the situation.
- Led children in supervised activities and encouraged participation by directly involving the children.
- Teamed up with other supervisors to create a safe environment for children and animals.
- During the Apprentice Training Program, cared for and fed the animals, cleaned cages, and helped with adoptions by introducing the visitor to the pet.
It was great having you as part of the Leader In Training team. You were always helpful with staff and children!
-Erika, Hamilton/Burlington SPCA
Gordon Price Elementary School, Hamilton, ON 2007 2011
Volunteer
Involved in supporting a fun, safe, and healthy school environment with minimal supervision.
- As a Nutrition Break Assistant, supervised children in school lunch rooms without teacher supervision; helped children open packages; promoted good eating habits, and encouraged clean-up after lunch.
- As a member of the Student Leadership Council, organized school events such as dances and fundraisers by developing creative ideas, and by assisting during the event.
- As a volunteer in the Reading Buddy Program, helped children improve their reading skills by reading to them and by listening while they read; encouraged the reader to sound out challenging words.
Christine demonstrated excellent skills in knowledge and communication.
Christines ability to work independently has enhanced her achievement of curriculum expectations.
Her work has consistently been of a high standard, and she should be proud of her high standing.
-Provincial Report Card, February 2012