Alexandrea Mcdonald
St Anns,ON
Summary
To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills. . Bringing 5+ years of experience in working with relevant populations such as at-risk or inner-city youth and mentally or behaviorally challenged children. Committed to improving children's behavior through coping skills and other therapeutic interventions.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Home Child Care
Jane Cervi
St.Anns, ON, Ontario
09.2023 - Current
- Developed strong relationships with families, fostering trust and open communication about childcare needs.
- Provided personalized care for each child according to individual needs, including administering medication when necessary.
- Supported children''s emotional well-being through empathetic communication, positive reinforcement, and guidance on social interactions.
Supply NON-ECE
Cathy Wittmaier
Welland, ON
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Customer Service and Recreation
Wendy Beaty
Smithville, ON
02.2023 - 03.2023
- Provided professional services and support in a dynamic work environment.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
Camp Counselor
Wendy Beaty
Smithville, ON
06.2021 - 03.2023
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Communicated with parents about campers' activities and reported concerns and suggestions to supervisor.
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
Sarah A. Reed Childrens Center
Dakota Cohen
Erie, PA
2022.10 - 2022.12
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Intervened in crisis situations and counseled children experiencing emergencies and disruptive incidents.
- Developed and implemented programs and coping activities to meet physical, emotional and educational needs of residents.
- Provided key emotional support to special needs youth.
Education
No Degree - Psychology
Merrimack College
North Andover, Mass 05.2001 -
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mercyhurst University
Erie, PA 08.2021 - 12.2022
Skills
Adaptibility
Empathy
Resilience
Interpersonal Skills
Time management
Accomplishments
NCAA Field Hockey athlete
Timeline
Home Child Care
Jane Cervi
09.2023 - Current
Supply NON-ECE
Cathy Wittmaier
03.2023 - 09.2023
Customer Service and Recreation
Wendy Beaty
02.2023 - 03.2023
Sarah A. Reed Childrens Center
Dakota Cohen
2022.10 - 2022.12
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
Mercyhurst University
08.2021 - 12.2022
Camp Counselor
Wendy Beaty
06.2021 - 03.2023
No Degree - Psychology
Merrimack College
05.2001 -