SIMON RISTAU
Bowling Green,KY
Summary
Results-driven individual focused on enhancing community engagement through effective communication and collaboration. Proven ability to teach foundational subjects while utilizing organizational skills in political organizing and community events, driving initiatives that foster teamwork and positive outcomes.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Political Organizer
General elections and Primaries, all levels of gov
Saskatoon, Ottawa, Toronto, Canada
10.2023 - 11.2024
- Engaged community members through targeted canvassing and doorknocking efforts.
- Coordinated events to enhance community outreach and build stronger relationships.
- Analyzed data to inform campaign strategy and improve engagement tactics.
- Managed social media communications and distributed flyers to maximize outreach efforts.
Parliamentary Assistant
House Of Commons
Ottawa, ON
09.2023 - 06.2024
- Documented meeting discussions through note-taking and prepared background materials to support informed decision-making.
- Conducted administrative tasks, including filing, organization, and mail processing.
- Assisted in organizing events, ensuring smooth operations and facilitating post-event follow-up.
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve common objectives and foster teamwork.
- Executed social media marketing by crafting engaging online captions and editing videos to increase audience engagement.
Store Associate
Dollarama
Fort Erie, Canada
05.2022 - 07.2022
- Greeted customers and addressed inquiries, ensuring smooth cash register transactions.
- Scanned and securely packaged customer purchases, ensuring safe handling of fragile items.
- Restocked shelves and arranged merchandise to improve store presentation and attract customers.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors and countertops, contributing to positive shopping environment.
Counter Staff
Tim Hortons
Fort Erie, Canada
09.2020 - 11.2021
- Processed orders and managed cash, credit, and gift card transactions at indoor counter and drive-through, ensuring accurate and efficient service.
- Prepared and delivered beverages and food items, including coffee, pastries, and sandwiches, contributing to customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Maintained cleanliness of floors, tables, countertops, and washrooms while restocking supplies, creating a welcoming environment for customers.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Liberal Arts
Concordia University Chicago
River Forest, IL05-2029
GED -
Greater Fort Erie Secondary School
Fort Erie, Canada06-2022
Skills
- Communication
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Time Management
- Customer Service
- Adaptability
- Critical Thinking
- Commitment
Languages
- English, Native speaker
- French, Highly proficient
Personal Information
- Age: 21
- Date of Birth: 12/27/2004
Volunteer Experience
- Volunteer, Lutheran Kids Camp, 01/01/17, León, Nicaragua, Volunteered with a group that organized a week-long Christian Bible School for children in Nicaragua., Learned leadership skills.
- Volunteer, Canadian Air Cadets, 11/01/18, 10/31/20, Fort Erie, ON, Canada, Volunteered as a server at community dinners throughout the year., Learned leadership skills, teamwork and intense discipline.
- Assistant Teacher, Olasiti Primary School, 11/01/22, Present, Ngong, Kenya, Helping First Grade with reading., Teaching required curriculum in Math, English, Social Studies, Religion, and Science.
- Farm Helper, Co-operative Garden, 08/01/22, Present, Ngong, Kenya, I live at a communal boarding seminary, The Lutheran School of Theology (LST) where we grow our own food., Each day I volunteer caring for livestock, or working in the garden, along with the school's adult students.
Hobbies and Interests
- Group Biking
- Running
- Guitar
- Piano
- Sound Production
- Reading
Timeline
Political Organizer
General elections and Primaries, all levels of gov
10.2023 - 11.2024
Parliamentary Assistant
House Of Commons
09.2023 - 06.2024
Store Associate
Dollarama
05.2022 - 07.2022
Counter Staff
Tim Hortons
09.2020 - 11.2021
Bachelor of Arts - Classical Liberal Arts
Concordia University Chicago
GED -
Greater Fort Erie Secondary School