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KNA 101, 2500 University Drive NW
Calgary, AB, Canada T2N 1N4
Evan Smibert
Mini University Program Coordinator
Tel: 403-220-5192
miniu@ucalgary.ca
KNA 101, 2500 University Dr. NW
Calgary, AB T2N 1N4
I am the Program Coordinator for Mini University at the University of Calgary in the department
of Active Living. Mini University offers seventeen fun and educational summer camps designed
for kids in Kindergarten to Grade 11. The purpose of this letter is to provide a general reference
for Kristen Yager.
Kristen has worked at Mini University for four summers (July/August 2015-18) as a Camp
Leader, Health and Wellness Instructor and this past summer as our Gymnastics Instructor. As
a Leader, she was responsible for co-leading a different group of 24 campers every week,
assisting with classroom management and playing various games/activities. As an instructor,
Kristen developed and delivered her own lesson plans that were appropriate for children
entering Grades 2-8.
A few of Kristen’s strengths include her ability to be enthusiastic with the campers and creating
a safe inclusive environment for everyone at camp. She has a commanding presence in the
classroom/gym, is confident in her ability to teach and is flexible if activities don’t go as planned
or need to change. She cultivates respectful, caring and fun relationships with the campers and
is personable. One area in which Kristen has grown in is developing a variety of classroom
management strategies.
Throughout the past four summers at Mini University, Kristen has demonstrated
professionalism, dedication and commitment to our program. She is punctual, organized and a
pleasure to work with. Kristen recognizes that each child is different and therefore needs
different things from her. Above all, Kristen truly cares about the well-being of children whether
they need encouragement or just a listening ear. She has strong active listening skills and is a
clear communicator who is great at creating friendly relationships with campers and other staff,
talking to parents and collaborating with other leaders/instructors.
I would not hesitate to recommend Kristen for any position that involves teaching children or
youth. Please don’t hesitate to call me if you require more information.
Warm Regards,
Evan Smibert