Anna Taverna

Experience

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  Pickering Athletic Centre

  Jun 2013 - May 2018

  Gymnastics Coach

  • Coached recreational and competitive gymnastics to youth ages 3-16 while providing both fun and challenging training session in a positive and safe environment.

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  Private Home

  May 2017 - Aug 2018

  Respite Worker

  • Provided care for a child with physical and intellectual disabilities• Facilitated activities both at home and around the neighbourhood as well as provided assistance with activities of daily living such as preparing food and bedtime routines.

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  Pickering Football Club/ High Five/ OCAD University

  May 2017 - Sept 2017

  Ontario Plays Accessibility Leadership Group Member

  • Created ‘Accessibility Tips for Trainers’ supplement to HIGH FIVE’s Principles of Healthy Child Development training for front line staff.• Developed the Accessible Program Design Lab with OCAD University to teach participants how to create new programs for kids with disabilities.

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  Pickering Football Club

  May 2017 - Aug 2018

  All Abilities Soccer Program Lead

  • Planned and facilitated soccer sessions to children with intellectual and/or physical disabilities• Planned and marketed for events (tournaments and socials) allowing athletes an opportunity for fun unique experiences.• Trained and mentored a large group of volunteers teaching how to work one-on-one with athletes with disabilities.

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  McMaster University

  May 2019 - Apr 2020

  • Evaluated and managed the health and safety of the athletes on the McMaster Women’s Basketball team for the 2019-2020 season as their student athletic therapist.• Prepared athletes for practice and games using various taping and massage techniques relative to their personal needs.• Acted as a first responder at all practices and games in the event that any emergency injury or health concern occurred. • Completed and presented undergraduate thesis research project entitled "Evaluating the Association Between Arterial Stiffness and Walking Function in Individuals with Chronic Stroke” Supervisor: Dr. Ada Tang• Assisted MacStroke Canada lab group with data collection for randomized controlled trial entitled "Intensity Matters: An Opportunity to Promote Neurorecovery and Cardiovascular Health in Stroke"• Participated in weekly lab meetings and monthly journal clubs • Worked various jobs at McMaster varsity sporting events such as ticket selling, concessions, and security monitoring while ensuring all events run smoothly and tending to the needs of both athletes and fans. • Provided customer service by answering questions, lending equipment, providing membership information, and tending to general needs of all students, community members, and visitors attending the David Braley Athletic Centre.• Ensured all gyms were set-up for varsity practices, intramurals, and sporting events in a timely manner.• Communicated with members and executives to solve problems and ensure an enjoyable experience for all. • Collaborated with lab members to streamline protocols (blood pressure, VO2 peak, arterial stiffness, questionnaires) to begin a randomized control trial.• Conducted a literature review regarding arterial stiffness as a method of measuring arterial health in a variety of populations.

  • Student Field Therapist Volunteer

    Sept 2019 - Apr 2020

  • Undergraduate Thesis Student

    Sept 2019 - Apr 2020

  • Event Staff

    Dec 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Joan Buddle Service Desk Customer Service Representative

    May 2018 - Apr 2020

  • Practicum Student

    May 2019 - Aug 2019
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  York Catholic District School Board

  Oct 2020 - Mar 2021

  Emergency Supply Teacher and Educational Assistant

  • Supply teaching classes JK-Gr. 8• Facilitating in-class learning through program and activity adaptation for children with special needs as an educational assistant.

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  Sienna Senior Living

  Jun 2021 - Sept 2021

  Recreation Therapy Student
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  Toronto Grace Health Centre

  Oct 2021 - Jan 2022

  Recreation Therapy Student