Barret McKay
Edmonton, AB T6J 7G8
Phone: 780-***-****
Email: *******@********.**
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EDUCATION
2004-2010 Bachelor of Education
Major: Math, Minor: Physical Education
University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
2001-2004 Queen Elizabeth High School
Received Alexander Rutherford Scholarship all three years
RECENT EMPLOYMENT
Tennis Manager/ Instructor
St. Albert Tennis Club
July 2011- Present
• Ensured club ran smoothly and efficiently
• Managed membership, signed up and recruited new members.
• Administered tennis lessons- kids camps, adult group lessons, semi-private and private lessons.
• Organized and ran social events and tournaments throughout the summer.
Junior High Teacher (Math/ Science/ Phys Ed/ Health)
Dr. Brosseau Middle School, Bonnyville
August 2010 – June 2011
• Designed and implemented lesson plans for several classes: Math 7, Science 7, Phys Ed 5-7, Health 7; administered tests and evaluations, and analyzed student performance.
• Kept precise records of attendance and student marks using Power School.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly illustrate difficult-to-understand subjects, particularly in math.
• Integrated multiple teaching styles to intensify the range of learning.
• Conducted group/individual math and science activities, utilizing various manipulatives.
• Fostered a classroom environment conducive to learning and promoting excellent student/teacher interaction.
• Participated in Professional Development and Parent-Teacher conferences.
• Able to maintain excellent classroom management skills and an ability to keep students on task.
• Developed excellent rapport with students
Assistant Tennis Manager
University of Alberta Outdoor Tennis Centre
April - August 2010
• Ensured club ran smoothly and efficiently
• Administered tennis lessons
• Organized social events and tournaments throughout the summer
Basketball Referee
Minor Basketball Official, Calgary and Lakeland Area
2003 – Present
• In charge of officiating children, men’s and women’s games
• Handle high-pressure situations effectively
Type 1 Helitack Fire Crew Member
Type 1 Helitack Fire Crew, Lesser Slave Lake Region
April - August 2009
• Forest Fire suppression
• Project work including mountain pine beetle containment and removal of dangerous trees
• Prescribed burns and fire management
Manager
University First Class Painters
April - September 2008
• Manager Franchisee
• In charge of obtaining jobs and running a crew of painters
• Responsible for customer satisfaction and guarantee of job
RECENT VOLUNTEER ACTIVITIES
Coach:
• Head Coach Assumption High School Senior Girls Volleyball (2010-11)
• Head Coach Dr. Brosseau Junior High Girls Volleyball (2010-11)
• Head Coach Dr. Brosseau Junior Boys Basketball (2010-2011)
• Badminton Coach at Dr. Brosseau (2010-11)
• Track and Field Coach at Dr. Brosseau (2010-11)
• Head Coach of Strathcona Midget Boys Basketball (2006-07)
Big Brother Society of Edmonton (2007-09)
• Helped young children with schoolwork
• Engaged in extra curricular activities (sporting events, movies, etc)
Kids Cancer Camp Edmonton (2003-05)
• Participated in a weeklong camp for children aged 5-9 with cancer
• Took children to various activities throughout the week
Calgary Winter Club Tennis Camps (2001-04)
• Assisted head coach in tennis camps
• Ran tournaments throughout the summer
CERTIFICATIONS
• Valid Class 4 Alberta Drivers License (Expires July 2015)
• Standard First Aid & CPR/AED Level C (Expires April 2012)
• Type 1 Wildfire Crew Member Alberta- Helitack (Issued May 2009)
• Chainsaw Basic Operations Level 2 (Expires May 2012)
• Incident Command System I-100 (Issued April 2009)
• Green Defensive Driving Course (Issued April 2009)
• WHMIS Certificate of Training (Issued May 2009)
• Certified Basketball Referee Alberta (Renewed September 2009)
INTERESTS AND EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
• Member of the University Of Alberta Men’s Varsity Tennis team (2004-2010)
• Obtained Jimmy Condon Scholarship at University of Alberta (2004-2009)
• Rookie of the Year: University of Alberta Tennis team (2004/2005)
• Former basketball, football, and track athlete at Queen Elizabeth High School (2001-2004)
• Qualified for U14, U16 Tennis Nationals
• Also enjoy squash, distance running, hockey, music, skiing, and traveling.