Aaron Gaspar

Motivated and reliable University of Toronto student with experience in customer service, healthcare, food service, volunteering, and community-based environments. Skilled at working in fast-paced settings, supporting team members, communicating respectfully with diverse people, staying organized, and maintaining professionalism under pressure. Hardworking, adaptable, and eager to contribute to any workplace by providing strong service, following instructions carefully, learning quickly, and helping create a positive experience for customers, clients, staff, and the community.

Hospital Volunteer at North York General Hospital (2026-01 – Present)

• Support patients, families, staff, and hospital operations in a respectful, safe, and team-oriented healthcare environment.
• Assist with administrative and unit support tasks, including organizing documents, preparing materials, directing inquiries, and helping maintain smooth daily workflow.
• Support mealtime operations by assisting with meal setup, tray organization, patient comfort, and maintaining a clean and respectful environment within volunteer role boundaries.
• Assist with patient support tasks such as wayfinding, escorting, and wheelchair assistance as directed by hospital staff.
• Follow hospital expectations related to confidentiality, infection prevention, PPE use, patient dignity, volunteer boundaries, and professional conduct.
• Completed required onboarding, orientation, documentation, health and safety preparation, and compliance requirements.

Volunteer – Long-Term Care Support & Sunshadowing Program at Cummer Lodge Long-Term Care Home (2025-06 – Present)

• Selected for the Sunshadowing Program, a structured initiative providing guided exposure to patient care and healthcare workflows.
• Trained by healthcare professionals to appropriately assist residents while adhering to safety, dignity, and confidentiality standards.
• Supported daily unit operations by maintaining clean, organized, and sanitary environments, contributing to infection prevention and patient safety.
• Worked alongside nursing staff, PSWs, and support teams in a regulated healthcare setting.
• Provided direct support to residents with daily activities, contributing to a safe, respectful, and patient-centered care environment while working alongside PSWs and nursing staff.

Long-Term Care Volunteer at Extendicare Bayview (2022-02 – 2022-07)

• Assisted with maintaining clean, organized dining and common areas to support resident safety and infection prevention.
• Interacted respectfully with residents and staff, maintaining a calm and supportive presence in a care environment.
• Observed nurses and PSWs during daily care activities, gaining familiarity with patient interaction, workflows, and teamwork in long-term care.

Co-op Placement – Nursing Home (Clinical Exposure) at Extendicare Bayview (2022-01 – 2022-09)

• Shadowed Registered Nurses and PSWs, observing resident care, documentation practices, and professional communication.
• Assisted with organizing and transporting patient charts and documents, supporting unit efficiency and workflow.
• Observed interdisciplinary coordination, including shift handovers and team communication in a regulated healthcare setting.

Workshop & Event Support Volunteer at Canadian Stuttering Association (CSA) (2025-05 – Present)

• Supported workshops and events focused on communication support and inclusive community engagement.
• Assisted with participant support, event coordination, and collaborative program activities.
• Gained insight into communication advocacy, mentorship, and patient-centered interaction through involvement in the stuttering community.

Youth Program & Community Volunteer at Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) Toronto (2019-07 – 2019-12)

• Completed leadership and communication workshops.
• Led guided tours for groups of ~50 participants.
• Prepared and served meals to seniors in a retirement home.
• Completed CPR training, gaining foundational life-saving skills.

Kitchen & Community Support Volunteer at Daily Bread Food Bank (2025-01 – Present)

• Support food bank operations through food sorting, organization, packaging, scanning, and distribution for individuals and families experiencing food insecurity.
• Assist staff and volunteers with food preparation, sanitation, and maintaining organized workspaces in a fast-paced community service environment.
• Help ensure safe and efficient workflow by organizing food items, checking products, supporting packaging tasks, and following instructions carefully.
• Collaborate with staff and volunteers to provide respectful, efficient, and dignity-focused service to community members.
• Contribute to community outreach efforts focused on accessibility, food security, and supporting vulnerable populations.

Community & Youth Support Volunteer at North York Community House (NYCH) (2020-12 – 2021-06)

• Mentored newcomer youth to Canada, providing academic and personal support.
• Provided translation services (English ↔ Tagalog / Ilocano), improving accessibility for families.
• Participated in diverse educational and creative workshops.

Nanny & Family Support Volunteer at Private Family (2021-06 – 2024-06)

• Supervised children, ensuring safety, hygiene, and emotional well-being.
• Assisted with bathing, dressing, and hygiene routines, preventing infections and skin issues.
• Prepared meals and maintained clean, organized living environments.

Barber (Part-Time) at Independent Barber Services (2023-09 – Present)

• Operate an independent barbering service while balancing full-time university studies, managing appointments, client communication, scheduling, and customer relationships.
• Provide professional grooming services to a diverse client base while maintaining high standards of cleanliness, precision, professionalism, and attention to detail.
• Built a growing client network through consistent service quality, reliability, interpersonal communication, and professionalism.
• Developed strong conversational, relationship-building, and client-centered communication skills through one-on-one interactions in professional and community settings.
• Demonstrated entrepreneurship, accountability, time management, and self-discipline through independently managing services, finances, and client satisfaction.

Kitchen Helper at Markham Convention Centre (2023-09 – 2024-09)

• Supported kitchen and banquet operations in a high-volume, fast-paced hospitality environment during large-scale events and functions.
• Assisted chefs and kitchen staff with food preparation, ingredient organization, plating, and maintaining efficient kitchen workflow during service periods.
• Collaborated closely with servers, kitchen staff, and event teams to ensure smooth operations, timely food service, and positive guest experiences.
• Maintained cleanliness, sanitation, and food safety standards across kitchen, preparation, and dining areas in accordance with workplace protocols.
• Adapted to multiple responsibilities under time-sensitive conditions, demonstrating teamwork, reliability, organization, and the ability to perform effectively in demanding environments.

Bachelor of Science in Life Sciences – Major: Human Biology & Psychology – University of Toronto (2024-09 – 2028-06)

Ontario Secondary School Diploma – William Lyon Mackenzie Collegiate Institute (2024-06)