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Anas Shaikh

Montreal,QC

Summary

I am a pragmatic director of religious affairs skilled in helping many individuals simultaneously in fast-paced environments while remaining calm and composed. I am fully dedicated to working with the emotional needs of others. Offering empathy, patience and commitment to keeping information confidential.


Along with the above, I am respectful and charming in relating to people of all religious, economic and cultural backgrounds. Enthusiastic about building strong community relationships and providing high-quality religious education services.


Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Ramp Agent

Air Canada
10.2022 - Current
  • Safely operated various types of equipment such as conveyor belts, push-back tractors and tugs.
  • Stocked aircraft cabins with necessary equipment and supplies.
  • Coordinated ground crew activities to complete objectives on schedule.
  • Loaded and unloaded luggage and freight and assisted crew and travelers with bags for over 100 daily flights.
  • Delivered support to physically impaired passengers in navigating aircraft access.

Director of Religious Education

Islamic Center of Quebec
07.2021 - 09.2022
  • Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
  • Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Directed pre-school, toddler and infant services to provide comprehensive family support.
  • Hired, mentored and supervised instructors and volunteer staff to carry out program goals.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to students, family members and staff.

Religious Education Coordinator

Al-Misbaah Academy
09.2019 - 08.2020
  • Built, managed and upgraded K-12 educational program.
  • Adapted classroom plans to support needs of children with special learning requirements.
  • Sourced, modified and prepared class curricula and targeted lesson plans based on subject matter requirements.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Strengthened communication skills through regular interactions with others.
  • Provided counseling to parents and students to solve domestic issues and challenges.
  • Organized workshops, lectures and group sessions focused on growth and well-being to teenagers between the ages of 14-16.

Religious Program Specialist

British Columbia Muslim Association
01.2018 - 01.2019
  • Collaborated with other religious organizations and agencies.
  • Facilitated religious classes and forums.
  • Participated in religious ceremonies and events.
  • Provided guidance to members of congregation.
  • Developed and implemented educational programs for youth.
  • Assisted with organizing religious activities and services.
  • Provided pastoral counseling to members of congregation.
  • Participated in various outreach programs.
  • Wrote and delivered sermons.
  • Developed strong organizational and communication skills through coursework and volunteer activities.

Hospital Chaplain

University College London Hospitals
03.2016 - 09.2016
  • Resolved crisis and emotional issues through empathy, support, prayer and scripture.
  • Counseled and provided care to patients with life-threatening illnesses to help families respond effectively to approaching death of loved one.
  • Communicated with interdisciplinary healthcare team to obtain pertinent information regarding patient's condition, family dynamics, and health care teams' understanding of need for spiritual care.
  • Visited and counseled patients, families, and staff concerning death and dying by providing direct spiritual care.
  • Supplied spiritual care for diverse religious needs of patients, family and staff such as grief and bereavement support.

Religious Affairs Specialist

Abu Bakr Masjid
06.2015 - 04.2016
  • Officiated special services such as weddings, funerals, and hospital visits for end of life care.
  • Led programs such as worship, study, fellowship, and service opportunities.
  • Provided spiritual care through visitation, counseling, and prayer.
  • Comforted family members, offered attentive listening and high level of emotional support.
  • Prepared, coordinated and distributed information about yearly schedule of activities and classes.
  • Provided spiritual guidance, emotional support and direct care to residents, family members and staff.
  • Analyzed revenue and program cost data to determine budget priorities.
  • Oversaw administration and management of all areas of the education department.

Education

Certificate - Muslim Chaplaincy

Markfield Institute of Higher Education
London, UK
09-2016

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Nadwatul Ulama
Lucknow, India
06-2015

Skills

  • Community outreach
  • Spiritual counseling
  • Cultural sensitivity
  • Public speaking
  • Youth engagement
  • Spiritual guidance
  • Mentoring skills
  • Leadership development
  • Time management
  • Proficiency is MS office applications

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Gujrati
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Full Professional
Urdu
Full Professional
Hindi
Full Professional
French
Limited Working

Timeline

Ramp Agent

Air Canada
10.2022 - Current

Director of Religious Education

Islamic Center of Quebec
07.2021 - 09.2022

Religious Education Coordinator

Al-Misbaah Academy
09.2019 - 08.2020

Religious Program Specialist

British Columbia Muslim Association
01.2018 - 01.2019

Hospital Chaplain

University College London Hospitals
03.2016 - 09.2016

Religious Affairs Specialist

Abu Bakr Masjid
06.2015 - 04.2016

Certificate - Muslim Chaplaincy

Markfield Institute of Higher Education

Bachelor of Arts - Theology

Nadwatul Ulama

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