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Amanda Lewis

Petersfield,MB

Summary

Dedicated and reliable individual with 3 years of full time experience as an Educational Assistant and 5 years of previous experience in childcare. Excels at assisting teachers and providing a quality educational environment for students. Expertly assists students with classroom learning for small groups or one-on-one sessions. Seeking to continue working as an Educational Assistant within the Lord Selkirk School Division where I can use my skills and hard working ability to create a positive learning experience for students.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Educational Assistant

Lord Selkirk School Divison
12.2020 - Current
  • Facilitated small group lessons and provided one-on-one support to students.
  • Familiar with using visual schedules to support students day to day activities.
  • Provided speech & language therapy practise with students.
  • Familiar with the 5 point scale and protocols that follow.
  • Provided one-on-one support to students with exceptional needs and followed health-care plans put in place.
  • Supervised classrooms during indoor and outdoor recess and lunch times.
  • Directed students during transition periods to ensure schedule blocks are followed on time.
  • Followed Teachers directions with classroom expectations
  • Partnered with teachers to plan and implement lessons following school's curriculum, goals and objectives.
  • Prepped classroom materials to help teachers prepare for daily instruction and activities.
  • Set up visual aids and classroom displays to support teacher's lesson delivery.
  • Assisted in using a lift for a student with exceptionalities.
  • Tube-feeding trained.
  • Guided students safely across the street while on crossing guard duty.

Child Care Assistant

Seven Oaks Child Care Centre (Before and After school program)
10.2018 - 12.2020
  • Provides an inviting and interactive environment for 30 children of ages 5-12.
  • Applies positive behavior management techniques to enhance social interactions and emotional development.
  • Plans, organizes, and engages in recreational activities based on children's interests and developmental needs.
  • Publish Newsletters, documents, and forms using Microsoft programs.
  • Provides ample outdoor activities to enhance children's experience in an urban outdoor space.
  • Prepares nutritious snacks and keeps track of inventory in pantry and fridge.
  • Uses friendly communication to build constructive relationships with families.
  • Coordinates schedules of activities, events and field trips.
  • Maintains safety and cleanliness by sterilizing toys and surfaces.

Inclusion Assistant

Dawn And Dusk Summer Program
06.2019 - 09.2019
  • Provided support towards an individual with Intellectual needs and worked closely with groups of children of ages 5-12.
  • Documented incidents and daily reports.
  • Supervised children in public areas in and around the community.
  • Provided activities for school age children to engage in and build social skills.

Child Care Assistant

Stars Of Promise Daycare
12.2015 - 10.2018
  • Dressed and changed diapers for infants and toddlers.
  • Engaged with children on an individual basis in a pleasant manner.
  • Made nutritious breakfasts, lunches, and snacks for the children.
  • Closed and opened centre as well as standard cleaning duties.
  • Planned activities based on child's individual interests and needs
  • Administered medications and kept appropriate records.
  • Communicated openly with children's parents about daily activities and behaviors.
  • Facilitated group sessions and provided one-on-one support.
  • Observed and documented individual behaviors, and actions, reported issues to supervisory staff.
  • Maintained safety and security of all youth under care.

Lead Cashier/Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works
01.2014 - 01.2015
  • Delivered fast, efficient, and friendly transactions to customers.
  • Welcomed customers with energy and excitement, gave demonstrations and testimonials on products based on their individual taste.
  • Had knowledge on all products, promotions, and procedures in store to give the best customer service experience.
  • Kept the cash desk clean and replenished.
  • Opened and closed 14 POS computers/cash registers and counted the floats.
  • Trained new employees on cashier tills.
  • Restocked and replenished merchandise as needed.

Waitress And Bartender

The Peppercorn Restaurant and Fireside Lounge
01.2013 - 01.2014
  • Consistently provided professional, friendly and engaging service.
  • Skillfully promoted items on beverage lists and restaurant specials.
  • Took food and beverage orders and quickly recorded transactions in the POS system to deliver prompt service.
  • Regularly checked on guests to ensure satisfaction.
  • Maintained table settings by removing courses and refilling beverages.
  • Prepared for large parties and reservations.
  • Handled with cash and kept float on hand.
  • Knowledgeable with making alcoholic beverages and working in a bar setting.
  • Consistently restocked and maintained cleanliness of stations.
  • Emptied VLT's and counted out cash to winning tickets.
  • Routinely cleaned table settings, linens, glassware, cutlery, carpets/floors, counters, service and bar stations, bathrooms, patio and banquet rooms.

Supervisor (Seasonal)

Grand Prix Amusements
06.2010 - 09.2010
  • Supervised the park and games as directed.
  • Set up proper equipment and cleaned up after customers.
  • Monitored the safety of customers on rides.
  • Worked in concession and handled with cash.

Hostess(seasonal)

Jane And Walters
05.2007 - 08.2009
  • Greeted and sat customers to assigned tables.
  • Served bread and water, non-alcoholic beverages and salads.
  • Quickly cleared tables and carried large loads of dishes to kitchen for washing.
  • Maintained clean and presentable tables with tableware, spotless glassware, silverware and linens.
  • Routinely cleaned lobby, dining room, service stations, and bathrooms.

Camp Supervisor(Seasonal)

Sandy Hook Community Club
06.2006 - 08.2007
  • One of two supervisors for a children's summer camp.
  • Planned arts and crafts to teach the kids.
  • Organized games and fun activities inside and outside the club.
  • Worked in the canteen and used a cash register.
  • Voluntarily helped set up bingo nights and movie nights for the community.

Education

Circle Of Security Program
Winnipeg
10.2019

Red River College
Winnipeg, MB
2017

Springfield Collegiate Institute
Oakbank, MB
06.2011

Skills

  • CPR and First Aid Certified
  • Valid class 5 drivers license
  • Lift trained
  • Tube-feeding trained
  • Speech & Language Therapy trained
  • Excellent supervision skills
  • Time management and organizational skills
  • Flexible with schedule changes
  • Excellent leadership qualities
  • Documentation and reporting
  • Identifying problems
  • Positive Reinforcement
  • Food handling preparation
  • Specialized in outdoor/nature environments
  • Efficient multi-tasker
  • Creative learning strategies
  • Lesson planning
  • Works well independently and with others
  • Efficient in handling with money payments
  • Physically and mentally fit
  • Calm under pressure

Trainings & Workshops

  • CPR and First Aid certified
  • Speech & language therapy trained
  • URIS trainings
  • Tube feeding trained
  • Lift trained
  • Swim to Survive training
  • Circle of Security program
  • Understanding Autism workshop
  • Currently on list to Attend Low-Arousal Training

Interests & Hobbies

  • Active sports (Golf, Softball, Volleyball, Soccer, Curling, Hiking)

Timeline

Educational Assistant

Lord Selkirk School Divison
12.2020 - Current

Inclusion Assistant

Dawn And Dusk Summer Program
06.2019 - 09.2019

Child Care Assistant

Seven Oaks Child Care Centre (Before and After school program)
10.2018 - 12.2020

Child Care Assistant

Stars Of Promise Daycare
12.2015 - 10.2018

Lead Cashier/Sales Associate

Bath And Body Works
01.2014 - 01.2015

Waitress And Bartender

The Peppercorn Restaurant and Fireside Lounge
01.2013 - 01.2014

Supervisor (Seasonal)

Grand Prix Amusements
06.2010 - 09.2010

Hostess(seasonal)

Jane And Walters
05.2007 - 08.2009

Camp Supervisor(Seasonal)

Sandy Hook Community Club
06.2006 - 08.2007

Circle Of Security Program

Red River College

Springfield Collegiate Institute

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