Maddie Van Osch

Stratford, ON
mvanosch00@gmail.com

Objective: To obtain a cooperative education position in order to gain experience in healthcare, learn
about the practice of optometry and advance my skills in a professional work environment.

Highlights of Qualifications:
● dedicated, responsible worker
● effective communicator and leader
● attentive listener and successful at taking direction
● skilled in organization and time management

Education:
Stratford Central Secondary School, Stratford, ON
■ Ontario Secondary School Diploma 2018
○ French Immersion Certificate
McMaster University, Hamilton, ON
■ Honours Bachelor of Science expected graduation date: 2023

Work Experience:
Romeo Optometry, Stratford, ON
■ Co-Operative Education/ Summer Student 2019-current
○ quickly and eagerly learned a wide variety of new tasks in a variety of areas
○ respectfully and kindly interacted with patients in the reception, pretesting and
dispensing areas of the office
○ took initiative to learn new skills with increasing difficulty
Above and Beyond Event Design & Decor, Stratford, ON
■ Student Decorator 2019-current
○ picked up skills in a fast-paced environment
○ adapted to changing circumstances based on venue requirements and time
constraints
○ followed direction and made improvements based on constructive criticism from
supervisors
 Dance Aarts Academy, Stratford, ON
■ Dance Instructor 2016-2018
○ fostered a positive and encouraging learning and working environment
○ planned and taught lessons tailored to a variety of ages and levels of students
○ mentored younger co-workers by demonstrating how to run warm-ups and
providing them with opportunities to work one-on-one with students
○ addressed and resolved conflicts with students and parents
■ Dance Instructor Assistant 2010-2016
○ coached students on a personal, one-on-one basis
○ attended to students, parents and teachers needs

Volunteer Work:
Canadian Cancer Society, Stratford, ON
■ Event Volunteer (Relay for Life & Neon Night) 2015-present
○ provided positive encouragement for participants
○ followed directions to set up events and activities efficiently
Anne Hathaway Public School, Stratford, ON
■ Summer Literacy Camp Volunteer 2015
○ assisted in developing literacy skills of children aged 6-8
○ aided teachers with snack distribution, activity set-up and supervision
○ gave support and motivation to students

Activities & Awards:

● Governor General’s Academic Medal 2018
○ awarded to the student with the highest grade 11 & 12 average in the graduating class
● Stratford Central Music Department Leadership Award 2018
● Stratford Central Symphonic Band and Choir 2014-present
● Grade Representative on Stratford Central Music Council 2017-present
● Dance Aarts Academy Competitive Team 2006-2018
● Royal Academy of Dance Ballet Examinations 2006-present
○ grade 1-5, intermediate and advanced 1&2 level

Additional Qualifications:
● Diplôme des études du langue français B2 certificate 2018
○ standardized bilingualism test administered by the French government
● WHMIS Training 2019
● Worker Health and Safety Awareness Training 2019
● Workplace Violence Training 2019
● Smart Serve 2019