Katelyn Van Dyk

Katelyn

Van Dyk
Line 29, 3060 Tavistock, ON, N0B 2R0 

(226) 899-5769 

Email kvandyk497@redeemer.ca 

 

Objective
Motivated student who demonstrates strong work ethic and creative ability. Responsible with excellent time management skills. Possess proven communication skills and strong work ethic that will aid your company in daily operations. 

Education
Undergrad | Redeemer University
Sept 2019 – Present
Working towards a B.A. with a focus in Psychology and a minor in Kinesiology

OSSD | St. Michael CSS
2015 – 2019
Ontario Scholar 

Experience
Dairy Farm Hand | Dykcroft Farms
September 2016 – Present
Feed and water livestock; and monitor food and water supplies.
Drive trucks, tractors, and other equipment to distribute feed to animals.
Examine animals to detect illness, injury, or disease, and to check physical characteristics, such as rate of weight gain.
Mix feed, additives, and medicines in prescribed portions.
Inspect, maintain, and repair equipment, machinery, buildings, pens, yards, and fences.
Move equipment from one location to another, manually or using trucks or carts.
Clean stalls, pens, and equipment, using disinfectant solutions, brushes, shovels, water hoses, and/or pumps.

Skills

Physically Fit 
Patient
Effective Problem Solver
Excellent Communicator
Good Time Management Skills
Enjoy Working With People

Activities 

Kids Coaching Connection Program  

June 2016
Kids coaching connection (KCC) is an award winning program which provides training for parents, teachers, counselors, and coaches. 

Kids Coaching Connection Council    

SEPTEMBER 2016 – PRESENT 

Leadership and volunteer activities within and outside the group setting of KCC 

 

CERTIFICATIONS

Christopher Leadership Course

FEBRUARY 2018 – APRIL 2018

Develop effective communication skills
Build key skills and self-confidence
Develop leadership skills by promoting respect, understanding, cooperation, and support.

Advanced Christopher Leadership Course

OCTOBER 2018 – DECEMBER 2018

Further develop their communication skills 
Hone specific and specialized presentation, communication, and leadership skills.

 

VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCES

Faith Alive Bible Camp 

Youth Leader – 2015 -2019

Camp counselors have an important role in the success of the camp
Guide campers, engaging them in all camp activities 
Ensuring an environment that is hospitable, safe, and creative. 

Campus Rep

Leadership Role at Redeemer University – 2019 – Present 

Take prospective students on dorm or campus tours
Host prospective students in the dorm for 1-4 nights and involve them in Redeemer activities
Be involved in each Campus Visit Days 
Contribute in set-up and clean-up on Campus Visit Days
Help out at the registration table
Be an escort to prospective students to different parts of the school

Best Buddies 

One-to-One Friendship with People with Disabilities –  2019 – Present

Best Buddies is a national charitable organization that provides meaningful friendships for people with and without intellectual disabilities in the community 
Students are matched in one-to-one friendships with people with intellectual disabilities and spend time enjoying the same experiences most people take for granted 

*References Upon Request