Employment History:
Certified Education Assistant
School District 73, Kamloops, BC
June 2019 – Present
- Provide one-on-one and small group support to students with diverse learning needs.
- Foster an inclusive, positive, and productive classroom environment, collaborating closely with teachers to ensure students’ academic success.
- Implement and support personalized learning plans for students, offering encouragement and guidance to promote both academic and social growth.
Bartender & Shift Supervisor
Yew Street Food Hall, Kamloops, BC
March 2025 – Present
- Lead shifts and supervise a team of staff, ensuring excellent customer service and smooth operations.
- Handle customer inquiries, resolve conflicts, and maintain a positive atmosphere in a fast-paced environment.
- Cultivate team collaboration and ensure all staff uphold high standards of service and professionalism.
Sales Representative
Peekaboo Beans, Richmond, BC
November 2012 – April 2019
- Developed leadership and teamwork skills by coaching a sales team of over 50 people.
- Achieved top sales and recruiting awards across Canada and the United States, demonstrating strong communication and motivational abilities.
- Gained experience in customer relations and conflict resolution, ensuring an excellent experience for all clients.
Sales Associate
Fifth Avenue Real Estate Marketing Ltd, Surrey, BC
January 2006 – September 2008
- Worked with real estate developers to market and sell pre-sale condominiums, contributing to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.
- Collaborated closely with teams and clients, strengthening communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
Server
Earls Kitchen + Bar, Burnaby, BC
January 1999 – January 2007
- Delivered high-quality service in a fast-paced restaurant environment, handling multiple tasks and customer needs with attention to detail.
- Organized financials and ensured operational efficiency, contributing to a smooth and well-managed dining experience.
Server
The Boathouse Restaurant, Richmond, BC
January 2005 – 2007
- Provided excellent customer service while maintaining a positive atmosphere for guests and co-workers.
- Developed strong multitasking and communication skills in a busy and customer-focused setting.
Reflection:
My career as a CEA has been the most impactful experience in many ways. I have a passion for working with children and truly love building impactful relationships with students. My experience as a CEA has helped prepare me for my role as a classroom teacher in many ways. Seeing first hand, the positive impact good support can have on a child, from both my career as a CEA as well as having a child with a learning disability has shown me the influence caring and supportive educators can have on the lives of their students. I recognize the transformative power that a teacher can have on a child’s life and this career will be something I will put my heart into each day.
Travel
My love of travel has allowed me to see much of the world and for this I am truly thankful. Travelling to Spain, Greece and Italy with my family, and seeing the rolling green hills and castles that Ireland has to offer has opened up my mind to what is out there. Going on a ‘bucket-list’ trip with my mom and my two daughters has been a dream of ours and to have witnessed the beautiful city of Paris with the most wonderful women in my life was an inspiration. I have dreams of eventually taking my teacher career abroad when my children are older. We must always be curious and inspired and to see the way education is in other countries is a future plan of mine.
