Anna Thacker Email & Phone Number

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

- Create positive movement and recreational experiences for children and adolescents with varying disabilities- Assist children in understanding what they are doing well as it relates to sport and movement- Modify and provide appropriate distractions and support during challenging activities- Collaborate with physical therapist to achieve session goals, either through activity modification or additional practice

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

- Conducting research at the Sport Technology & Research Lab/Center for Video and Performance Analysis at the University of Calgary, Faculty of Kinesiology- Investigate the effect of using a combination of peer to peer learning and video feedback to improve physical literacy outcomes in school aged children

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• Led laboratory sessions for Anatomy and Physiology (KNES 259 and KNES 260) with over 400 students over two years• Demonstrated a thorough understanding of human anatomy, including musculoskeletal, organ systems, and vasculature • Developed a variety of teaching techniques to ensure the success of students

• Create and complete program syllabus with day-to-day breakdown of lessons and objectives• Lead day-to-day operation of program, including management of program volunteers• Address uncertainties of participants, parents and volunteers• Communicate questions with Community Connections Coordinator

• Supervise day-to-day operation of pool, including management of lifeguards, junior lifeguards, and cashiers • Maintain proper lifeguard to patron ratios, calling in extra lifeguards if necessary• Control water purification and pool chemistry - Conduct regular water readings to ensure proper balance of pool chemicals - Ensure filtration and chlorine systems were operational • Budget management and cash control • Communicate pool updates with Pool Manager • Assume lifeguard and janitorial duties when needed

• Perform lifeguard and maintenance duties• Guard pool during public swim, providing first aid if necessary• Address uncertainties and concerns of patrons• Organize and prepare daily lesson plans• Evaluate child’s progress at end of session and provide feedback

Calgary, Canada Area

• Perform lifeguard and maintenance duties• Guard pool during public swim, providing first aid if necessary• Address uncertainties and concerns of patrons• Process electronic payments

• Perform lifeguard and maintenance duties• Guard pool during public swim, providing first aid if necessary• Address uncertainties and concerns of patrons• Organize and prepare daily lesson plans• Evaluate child’s progress at end of session and provide feedback

• Perform lifeguard and maintenance duties• Guard pool during public swim, providing first aid if necessary• Address uncertainties and concerns of patrons• Organize and prepare daily lesson plans• Evaluate child’s progress at end of session and provide feedback

Msc, Occupational Therapy

Master Of Science, Kinesiology

Bachelor Of Science, Exercise And Health Physiology

Activities and Societies: (1) KSS Member for all 4 years (2) KSS Mentorship Program: As a 4th year student I decided to become a mentor.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Swim Team, Member of both Festival and Mixed Choirs, Graduation Committee, Athletic Sports Trainer, Honor Roll.