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Education
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ELEANOR MCEWEN

Christchurch,VA

Summary

Enthusiastic leadership student committed and keen to support and encourage success of upcoming first year students in leadership. Sensible and polite individual possessing energetic, enthusiastic attitude and excellent relationship building capabilities. Well-versed in helping students identify and foster leadership capabilities and use appropriate campus services, as well as coordinating and facilitating various social and educational programs and events. Strong role model with excellent academic and leadership background.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Head Girl

Scots College
Wellington , New Zealand
2021.01 - 2021.12
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
  • Delivered supportive and knowledgeable counselling to students with academic or personal concerns.
  • Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.

Queer Straight Alliance Leader

Scots College
Wellington , New Zealand
2020.03 - 2021.11
  • Created social media content with consistent content and tone.
  • Collaborated with teachers by scheduling Pride activities and procuring resources.
  • Managed and led activities promoting growth in mental, emotional and educational areas.
  • Fostered collaborative efforts to schedule, host and facilitate events and identify further opportunities to reach members of community.

Debating Coach

NZ Debating Society
Wellington , New Zealand
2019.03 - 2021.11
  • Administered feedback to students using positive reinforcement techniques to encourage and build confidence.
  • Participated in training classes to improve tutoring practices and learn new tutoring techniques.
  • Implemented listening and questioning strategies to provide active learning practices and to monitor student progress.
  • Regularly checked in with students in regards to wellbeing through pre and post debate debriefs and communication with parents.

Service Committee Leader

Scots College
Wellington , New Zealand
2021.02 - 2021.11
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Met with other volunteers and program leaders to discuss new service opportunities.
  • Supported engaging, fun and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.

Peer Mentor

Wellington Girls College & Scots College
Wellington , New Zealand
2019.03 - 2020.11
  • Shared resources, opportunities and activities to support mentees learning and development.
  • Met mentee formally, informally, in-person and virtually to offer support.
  • Assessed students' knowledge, comprehension and study habits to track progress and set realistic goals.
  • Counselled up to three students individually to assist in overcoming obstacles, make proper choices to stay focused and adjust to high school responsibilities.

Hall Representative

Tupuanuku
Christchurch , New Zealand
2022.03 - Current
  • Discussed task completion and impending projects with advisory committee to finalize.
  • Attended meetings with the Hall board and student leadership committee to discuss program initiatives.
  • Communicated with prospective students/residents online and in person

Social Media Representative

QCanterbury
Christchurch , CAN
2022.03 - Current
  • Developed marketing content such as blogs, promotional materials and advertisements for social media.
  • Created videos and managed TikTok account
  • Attended meetings and events to support the administrative goals of the group

Pizza Maker

Sal's Pizza
2022.05 - Current
  • Handled cash register operations by applying coupons, giving customer totals and processing cash and credit card payments.
  • Sent order information to kitchen using computer system and giving verbal instructions about customers' special requests and needs to other staff.
  • Monitored and maintained clean working areas and cooking surfaces.
  • Prepared raw materials for cooking by cutting vegetables and preparing dough.

Laserforce Attendant

Laserforce
2021.06 - 2022.02
  • Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
  • Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
  • Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

University of Canterbury
Christchurch, NZ
11.2025

Skills

  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Responsible and Adaptable
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Leadership and People Development
  • Improving Wellbeing
  • Planning and Coordination
  • Organization and Time Management
  • Self-Motivated

Accomplishments

Outside of my schooling I am a keen leader and team player. I was the first Deputy Head Girl at Scots College and part of clubs such as Service and QSA. At University of Canterbury I am student representative within my accommodation and social media board member for QCanterbury. My academic and leadership skills have awarded me excellence throughout high school and various scholarships through university.

Certification

  • Full Drivers License - Obtained Feburary 2022

Timeline

Pizza Maker

Sal's Pizza
2022.05 - Current

Hall Representative

Tupuanuku
2022.03 - Current

Social Media Representative

QCanterbury
2022.03 - Current

Laserforce Attendant

Laserforce
2021.06 - 2022.02

Service Committee Leader

Scots College
2021.02 - 2021.11

Deputy Head Girl

Scots College
2021.01 - 2021.12

Queer Straight Alliance Leader

Scots College
2020.03 - 2021.11

Debating Coach

NZ Debating Society
2019.03 - 2021.11

Peer Mentor

Wellington Girls College & Scots College
2019.03 - 2020.11

Bachelor of Commerce / Bachelor of Science - Business Economics

University of Canterbury
  • Full Drivers License - Obtained Feburary 2022
ELEANOR MCEWEN