Tara Kitching
Willow Beach,ON
Summary
Dynamic and dedicated professional recognized for exceptional relationship-building skills and the ability to thrive in both collaborative and independent environments. Proven track record as an effective multitasker with a high tolerance for stress, ensuring consistent performance under pressure. Years of detail-oriented administrative experience, combined with a strong work ethic and outstanding organizational capabilities, contribute to success in diverse settings. Committed to delivering excellence and fostering positive team dynamics while achieving organizational goals.
Overview
22
22
years of professional experience
Work History
Recruiter Specialist
Search4U Insurance Recruiters
Keswick, ON
06.2025 - Current
- Conducted comprehensive interviews, assessing skills and cultural fit for various roles.
- Created and maintained strong relationships with candidates throughout the recruitment process.
- Maintained detailed records of candidate interactions and interview notes, aiding in future decision-making processes for similar roles.
- Improved overall candidate experience through consistent communication, personalized support, and thorough follow-ups during the hiring process.
- Placed advertisements, evaluated applicant credentials, conducted initial interviews and pre-screening assessments.
School Assistant
York Region District School Board
Keswick, ON
09.2020 - 06.2021
- Mentored struggling students, explaining class materials, and helping with problem solving
- Supported students with special needs by providing one-on-one attention and guidance
- Contributed to maintaining a safe, positive classroom environment conducive to learning
- Supported teacher to manage classroom and implement lesson plans
Home Companion
Amica, Home Concierge
Markham, ON
10.2019 - 09.2020
- Monitoring members behaviors, emotional states, physical wellbeing and reporting concerns to the home concierge and documenting information about member through company app
- Deliver high level of assistance in general household duties, which included meal prep, housekeeping, shopping, running errands, accompany members to appointments/activities
- Facilitate games and other activities to engage members and provide mental stimulation or entertainment
- Developed strong and trusting rapport with each member to facilitate best possible relationship
Scale Clerk/ dispatcher
K.J. Beamish Construction Ltd.
King City, ON
05.2010 - 12.2017
- Assisted customers with a high level of professionalism
- Efficient in weighing material and printing accurate scale tickets for contracts as well as customers
- Competent in multi tasking while operating multiple computer systems, phones, 2 way radios, emails and relaying info to asphalt plant, operators, drivers and foremen
- Maintained accurate daily inventory summary sheets and records for materials brought in, materials ordered, materials shipped to jobs as well as customer records
- Coordinate and schedule trucks to fulfill contracts daily
- Dispatched trucks to jobs, relaying accurate directions, maps and pertinent information to successfully and smoothly deliver material
- Data entry for fuel, employees daily time sheets
- Maintained and balanced cash sales and summary sheets
- Collaborated daily with supervisors and team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions and meet deadlines
- Maintained accurate and up to date truck files on computer system
- Trained new employees on operating procedures, safety protocols, and company policies
- Responsible for daily approval and accuracy of brokers and employee truck logs
Rural Mail Carrier
Canada post
Woodville, ON
09.2004 - 05.2005
- Sorted mail, arranging in delivery sequence for distribution
- Obtained signatures for registered, certified and insured mail
- Delivered and collected mail for designated route to businesses and residential homes
- Observed road rules, weather and road conditions and other factors to maintain safe driving record
- Assisted customers in receiving oversized parcels by carrying items inside
- Handled undeliverable mail in accordance with established procedures
Education
OSSD -
Huron Heights Secondary School
Newmarket, ONSkills
- Excellent communication
- Strong Organization
- Detail oriented
- Team collaboration
- Interpersonal Skills
- Proficient time management
- Customer Relations
- Record keeping
- Candidate assessment
- Resume screening
- Talent acquisition
- Video interviewing
Timeline
Recruiter Specialist
Search4U Insurance Recruiters
06.2025 - Current
School Assistant
York Region District School Board
09.2020 - 06.2021
Home Companion
Amica, Home Concierge
10.2019 - 09.2020
Scale Clerk/ dispatcher
K.J. Beamish Construction Ltd.
05.2010 - 12.2017
Rural Mail Carrier
Canada post
09.2004 - 05.2005
OSSD -
Huron Heights Secondary School