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Beth Smith

Hamilton,ON

Summary

Fourth-year university student specializing in Human Behaviour with a focus on Autism and Behavioural Science at McMaster University. Experienced Teacher's Assistant at McMaster Students Union Childcare Centre, supporting Early Childhood Educators in providing structured care. Skilled in facilitating developmental activities and ensuring a safe environment for children. Seeking to leverage academic knowledge and practical experience as a Junior Facilitator.

Overview

1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Yoghurty's – Customer Service Associate

Yoghurty's Frozen Yoghurt
Hamilton, Ontario
08.2024 - Current
  • Provide exceptional customer service by assisting customers with their inquiries, and ensuring a positive experience.
  • Handle food products in compliance with food safety standards.
  • Maintain cleanliness and organization of the store, including equipment and public spaces, to create a welcoming environment.
  • Perform routine cleaning and restocking of supplies to ensure smooth operations.

McMaster Student Union Childcare Centre

MSU
Hamilton, ON
08.2024 - Current
  • Support Early Childhood Educators (ECEs) in delivering daily care and programming for children aged 18 months to 5 years
  • Maintain a clean and safe environment by performing routine tasks such as diaper changes, sanitizing beds, and managing laundry.
  • Supervise children during indoor and outdoor play, promoting social development, and ensuring safety.
  • Assisted with meal and snack times, encouraging positive eating habits, and mealtime routines.
  • Engaged children in age-appropriate play and learning activities that support cognitive and emotional development.

Field Placement Student

The Joy of Learning Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024
  • Observed and engaged in play-based learning with children ages 2-13
  • Assisted in therapy for a selectively mute client with hearing aids
  • Conducted ABA lessons and practiced error correction
  • Managed challenging behaviours in social skills group sessions
  • Supported 1-on-1 sessions with a non-verbal client using PECS.

Education

Honours Applied Science - Autism and Behavioural Science

McMaster University
Hamilton, ON
05-2026

High School Diploma -

St. Edmund Campion Secondary School
Brampton, ON
06-2021

Skills

  • Excellent Communication
  • Creative
  • Adaptability
  • Team Player
  • Relationship Building

Certification

  • WVWH (Workplace Violence & Workplace Harassment)
  • AODA (Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act)
  • Standard First Aid & CPR/AED level C
  • NVCI
  • Fire Safety

Volunteer Experience

  • Bramalea Baptist Church, 06/01/16, 05/01/24, Organized and led structured activities for groups of 30+ children
  • St. Edmund Campion Secondary School, 09/01/20, 06/01/22, Mentored and tutored high school students who needed increased one on one support and guidance

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Yoghurty's – Customer Service Associate

Yoghurty's Frozen Yoghurt
08.2024 - Current

McMaster Student Union Childcare Centre

MSU
08.2024 - Current

Field Placement Student

The Joy of Learning Centre
05.2024 - 06.2024

Honours Applied Science - Autism and Behavioural Science

McMaster University

High School Diploma -

St. Edmund Campion Secondary School
Beth Smith