Daniella Gentile, M.Ed, Ryt Email & Phone Number

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Instructor for University Success Strategies courses and part of the Community Development and Outreach department.

Worldwide

Create Space Wellness offers services to help give individuals the tools and support to navigate through our complicated lives by stripping away complexity, slowing down and looking inwards in order to let go of the chaos.We take a 360 degree approach to health, intertwining ancient eastern wisdom and holistic philosophies of Yoga philosophy and Ayurveda with developments in Western well-being.Our virtual and in-person offerings are intended to be inclusive and accessible — ranging from online lifestyle programs and virtual workshops to on-site retreats and personal consultations.Examples of workshops/sessions: - Practical Stress Reduction - Yoga and Mindfulness for the workplace - Breathwork - Creating Healthy Boundaries - Ayurvedic Nutrition and lifestyle coaching - Mindful management of time - Navigating your path and purpose

Supporting and empowering post-secondary students as they navigate through life transitions, difficult decision making, complex systems of living abroad, and exploring their academic and career journeys. Navigating through young adult life can be difficult, especially if you are in a new and unknown environment. I'm here to help those who are feeling lost and confused as they navigate the post-secondary systems and feel they need more support from an unbiased perspective whose main focus is on the individual and what is best for their journey.Areas of support:1. Career planning and exploration2. Academic advising and planning - Applying/Deciding on post-secondary schools best suited to your needs - School or program transfer support and navigation - Course Selection3. Support for living in a new place - Housing search - New home set up4. Job Search - Job search skills - Resume and Cover letter building - Application support - Interview preparation and skill development5. Resource Connecting - Helping you connect with other resources you might need as you go through this journey such as: * Counselling services * Immigration consultants * Language supports * Health supports * Local clubs/organizations of interestFree consultations Can be done virtually or in person

New Westminster, British Columbia, Canada

Term instructor for the ESMS-­4900 Capstone Research Project

British Columbia, Canada

- Designed and created a Career Preparation course for the WIL program; including learning objectives, course outlines, content and delivery resources, and facilitator guides - Researched and reviewed WIL preparatory courses from various post-secondary institutions - Present findings to a panel of program administrators

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Developed and oversaw the school-wide Career Education program through curriculum development, design and implementation support. - Oversaw and led Career & Post-Secondary Team; executed weekly meetings, supervised and observed staff, and supported teacher professional growth and development. - Supported 150+ (per term) senior students in capstone project planning and development. - Acted as a member of Academic Administration of the School and Extended Management Committee; contributed to school strategic planning and academic visioning and organization - Designed and facilitated staff and student wellness workshops and sessions.

North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Designed and implemented Career Education Program for students from Grade 8-12- Developed career life pathways website https://bhscareerpathways.weebly.com/ - Organized and implemented school-wide career education fair each term- Advised and mentored graduating students in the creation of their graduation transition plans.- Facilitated online classes through Microsoft Teams- Taught Drama 11/12 and put on school-wide performances- Presenter at Career Education Summit 2019- “Career Life and Capstone Curriculum Design”- Member of academic administration and extended management committee- Ran Mindfulness and Yoga clubs

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

- Coordinated, implemented and evaluated academic and social programming for immersive orientation program for 1200 + students as well as year-long first year programming- Mentored peer program student ambassadors and facilitated weekly meetings and workshops to aid in their leadership development and event planning.- Managed existing relationships and developed new relationships with campus partners, faculty and staff to inform the design of the First Year Experience program.- Hired, managed and advised student staff and volunteers for orientation and transition programs.- Researched, proposed and implemented additional ways to develop FYE services for students.- Drafted and developed program reports through evaluation data, participation data, and other information sources that are used to inform important program changes.- Facilitated a variety of student development and training workshops such as; Stress management, Community Building education, Design thinking, Learning: Growth Mindset, event planning, career learning- Participated on cross campus strategic committees charged with responsibility for programs or initiatives to support student engagement

North Vancouver

- Lived onsite 5 nights a week to give 24/7 care and be on call for emergency situations.- Staff organization and coordination- Oversaw and coordinated 30+ staff scheduling and personnel support - liaised between boarding staff and accounting, refining and coordinating organizational systems- Directly supported the professional growth and learning of advisors in their work with students through Professional Growth Plans and Evaluations- Coordinated and designed workshops around wellbeing and mental health for students and staff.- Coordinated the team-based supervision & evaluation of the Advisors in tandem with the Boarding Admin Team - Oversaw the creation and assessment of personalized plans for at-risk students and those needing extra support.- Facilitated the continued development and progress of the boarding team through the hiring process from beginning to end.- Exercised leadership in decision making for major student issues and mental health concerns in tandem with the Admin Team.

Dorm youth advisor off and on between school and overseas work for a number of years. From 2013- 2015 was senior advisor, focusing on the academic and life skill development of international students living in the boarding school.

Shanghai City, China

Shanghai City, China

Teacher of Grade 10-12 Social Studies and Drama

Shanghai City, China

Worked during the summers for the International English program. Coordinated and supervised the global leader training program. Also, managed the dormitory and activity programing.

Career Development Professional Program

Masters Of Education (M.Ed.), Adult Learning And Global Change

Bachelor Of Education In International And Global Education, Teacher Education And Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas

Associate Of Arts - Aa