1130

Treadwell Dr
North Saanich, B.C. V8L 5L2
Phone: (250) 818-9234
E-mail: tanya.e.jones@outlook.com

Tanya Jones

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Recreation & Health Education
University of Victoria

Sept 2008 April 2014

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WORK EXPERIENCE
Camp Leader June 2010 Present
University of Victoria Summer Camps













Worked on average with 30 children aged 5-16 creating a fun and dynamic camp experience
Created and implemented detailed daily schedules including activities such as, swimming,
out trips, scavenger hunts, crafts, ball sports, racquet sports and rock climbing
Had to enforce specific safety protocols such as a 10 to 1 child to leader ratio in the pool and
making sure the surrounding environment were clear of hazards
Worked alongside 12 other leaders to implement large combined camp activities,
for up to 100 children at a time
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Tour Guide



Sandmans New Europe
Edinburgh, Scotland

Nov 2014 April 2015

Lead tourists (groups ranging from 3 to 80) of varying ages and backgrounds to different
areas of Edinburgh Scotland
Had to use energy and enthusiasm to speak in front of large crowds and get the participants
to interact with one another
Came up with solutions on the spot if certain venues were unexpectedly closed
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Server
Mitre Bar
Edinburgh, Scotland

Nov 2014 April 2015

Created a great experience for local and foreign customers by recommending specific
beverages and menu items unique to the establishment
Had to balance a number of tasks such as serving food and beverages, taking payment,
welcoming guests, taking orders and engaging with the customers
Worked in a high pressure and stressful environment when the bar was full or special events
were on

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Intramural League Manager

University of Victoria Intramurals

Jan 2012 April 2014

Scheduled games and playoffs for over 300 participants in different sports
Hired, supervised and trained referees
Worked with systems such as Class, Word, Excel, and Power Point on a daily basis to
keep the participants updated with new information
Fielded and dealt with any issues, questions or concerns on a timely fashion, no
matter the time of day
Created an overall budget for each sport and adjusted it accordingly depending on
the number of participants
Filed paperwork including waivers and incidence reports
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Event Staff Nov 2010 April 2014

University of Victoria

Engaged professionally with fans of varying ages informing them about the event and helping
to answer any questions
Used enthusiasm and excitement to rally hundreds of fans to support their team
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Before and After School Care

Esquimalt Recreation

Jan 2012 June 2012

Lead activities dealing with sports, arts and drama for children aged 5-10
Organized and prepared healthy snacks and crafts.
Created a rapport with the parents of the children and kept them updated with their
childs progress
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Construction Labour, Landscaping, Operating machinery

WA Jones and Sons Construction Company

June 2008 Sept 2008

Worked out side doing manual labour and running machines

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CERTIFICATIONS / ADDITIONAL SKILLS

Standard First Aid/ CPR C/AED (Expires April 2016)

HighFive Training
Soccer for life Coaching Certification
Learn to Train Coaching Certification
Belaying certificate
Rock Climbing and Orienteering experience
Boat Pro Certification
Food Safe (Level 1)
Canoe certification (Level 1)

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Varsity Council member 2011-2014
Congress 2013 hosted by Uvic
Operation Trackshoes 2013
Fundraising for soccer, fastball and rowing
Assist with putting on soccer tournaments
Help run soccer sessions for kids 5-12
Graduation Executive Grade 12
Co-coached junior girls volleyball
Students council Grades 9 to 12
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ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS

Vikes Womens Soccer Highlight Award 2014
! Awarded to the player who goes above and beyond there responsibilities as an
athlete to make a positive contribution to their program through leadership,
dedication, community involvement and positive attitude
University of Victoria Athletic Scholarship 2008-2014
Canada West University Womens Soccer league champions 2014
Canada West University Womens Soccer league playoff bronze medalists 2014
Canadian Inter-University (CIS) National Champion bronze medalists 2013
Softball BC Scholarship
District 63 Athletic Scholarship
Lower Island Soccer Association Scholarship
Ted Clark Memorial Award Top Athletic Award at Parkland Secondary 2008
RCMP Leadership Award Parkland Secondary 2007 and 2008
National High School Rowing Championship Junior Girls 8 crew
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ADDITIONAL INTERESTS
I enjoy a variety of sports such as rugby, volleyball and squash and excel in Soccer and softball where
I thrive working in a team environment. Being outdoors, staying active and healthy is a lifestyle I
embrace. I enjoy getting out of my comfort zone and exploring new talents. This has lead me to
improv and ceramic classes. I have played soccer for 19 years and for the past 6 years I have played
soccer for the University of Victoria Womens Varsity Team (fall/winter) and the Highlanders
Football Club - W league team (spring/summer).
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REFERENCES
Joni Phillips


Recreation Programmer

Vikes Recreation


University of Victoria

Phone: (250) 472-4043

Email: joniphil@uvic.ca

University of Victoria

Phone: (250) 853-3500

Email: kathwirt@uvic.ca

Tracy David
Uvic Varsity Soccer Head Coach

Phone: (250) 721-8394
Cell: (250) 216-0682
Email: tdavid@uvic.ca

Kathleen Wirtanen
Camps and Community Programmer
Vikes Recreation