EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
UC International College (New Zealand)
University of Canterbury (New Zealand)
University of Calgary
Co-op Status: Full time student
Currently seeking first work term
SKILLS
Communication: Both excellent oral and written skills as developed through vast experience in group projects, debate, and peer presentations. Ability to connect with individuals without bias and/or prejudice
Technological: Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Excel, some knowledge in InDesign, SPSS and Photoshop
Languages: Beginner oral and written Russian, French and Spanish
Problem Solving: Ability to act efficiently and appropriately to un-planned situations
Leadership: Ability to lead a team of individuals through a new and/or challenging project, as demonstrated in NGO volunteer experience
WORK EXPERIENCE
Dance Teacher 2012-2013; 2015-Present
Premiere Dance Academy (5-10 hrs per week)
Teacher and competition choreographer in the disciplines of Jazz, Contemporary, Ballet, Street Jazz and fitness classes
Leading students from ages 5-25
Punctual, energetic and assertive in teaching all levels of dance
Resort Employee May-September/2014
Mabel Lake Resort and Golf Course (40 hrs per week)
Landscaped, pumped gas at boat marina
Quickly adapted to new and previously unknown tasks
Station Supervisor July/2016
Calgary Stampede
Supervised a team of 10 summer employees in grandstand bar kiosk
Had to think on feet and rectify problems promptly, relating to staff and product shortages
Approachable to employees being supervised
VOLUNTEERING
Spiritual Fruit Ministries
Ladyville, Belize (2011) (3 weeks)
Montego Bay, Jamaica (2014) (2 months)
Premiere Dance Academy (over 300 hours, over 5 years)
Facilitating recitals, assisting Artistic Director(s), coordinating costumes and splicing music
CAMPUS INVOLVEMENT
Member of University of Canterbury’s Labour Party Club (2015)
Member of University of Calgary’s Red Cross Club (2016-)
INTERESTS
Yoga, water skiing and cross-country skiing
Traveling
Tracking international news