Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Volunteer Experience
References
Relatedexperience
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CHINAZA MONEKE ONWUBIKO

50 University Avenue East Waterloo,ON

Summary

A dedicated and compassionate professional with a background in educational support and a passion for working with children and vulnerable people with special needs, seeking a position as an Educational Assistant/ Early Childhood Educator to utilize skills and experience in providing valuable support to children in a learning environment.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

St Johns Kitchen
11.2024 - Current
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
  • Mentored new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
  • Represented the organization positively and professionally while providing community with much-needed services.
  • Provided emotional support and companionship to the elderly in community homes.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.

Educational Assistance

Mary Sumner Convent Akokwa
06.2022 - 07.2024
  • Provided one-on-one support to approximately 6 children with special needs, assisting them during play and personal needs.
  • Implemented Behavior Management System (BMS) strategies to promote positive behavior and learning outcomes
  • Collaborated with teachers and other educational staff to create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)
  • Assisted in supervising and facilitating classroom activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment
  • Enhanced parent satisfaction by providing knowledgeable assistance on non-food items and addressing inquiries promptly.
  • Provided exceptional service by greeting parents and families warmly upon arrival and offering assistance where and when it is needed.

Volunteer

Little Sisters of the Poor Mother of Perpetual Help Home
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Helping with meal preparation, serving food, and assisting during mealtimes
  • Running errands and helping them with shopping tasks
  • Assisting residents in laundry services, and gardening activities, such as planting flowers, watering plants, and maintaining garden areas
  • Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Assisted with special events and programs.

Class Teacher

St Paul’s Nursery and Day Care Centre
06.2019 - 12.2021
  • Planned and delivered lesson plans aligned with standards and incorporated various new Learning methods
  • Increased parent involvement through regular communication and informative meetings, strengthening home-school connection.
  • Promoted positive learning environment by establishing clear expectations and fostering sense of community among children.
  • Fostered curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities
  • Documented children's progress reports to notify parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Took care of pupils with disabilities
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, promoting respect and fostering climate conducive to learning.
  • Worked closely with supervisors and colleagues, coordinating efforts to address unique needs of students receiving special education services or interventions.

Assistant Educator

Command Child Care Programme
09.2016 - 02.2018
  • Monitored and communicated student progress
  • Worked and listened to parents for better attention to each child.
  • Ensured classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing Toys, and materials used by the Children
  • Developed and implemented classroom routines to address varying Children's needs.
  • Documented children's progress reports to notify and discuss with parents of strengths and areas of improvement.
  • Increased educational expertise and knowledge by participating in instructor-oriented workshops.
  • Managed children's classroom behavior effectively, by creating a conducive learning environment that meets the varying interests of the children
  • Collaborated with fellow teaching assistants to create a consistent and supportive learning environment for students.

Education

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning
Kitchener, None

Skills

  • EXCELLENT COMMUNICATION AND INTERPERSONAL SKILLS
  • ABILITY TO WORK EFFECTIVELY IN A TEAM ENVIRONMENT
  • STRONG ORGANIZATIONAL AND TIME MANAGEMENT ABILITIES
  • COMPASSIONATE AND PATIENT DEMEANOR WHEN WORKING WITH CHILDREN
  • PROFICIENT IN PROVIDING SUPPORT TO STUDENTS WITH DIVERSE LEARNING NEEDS
  • ABILITY TO FOLLOW DIRECTIONS FROM CLASSROOM AND SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS
  • ABILITY TO ASSIST STUDENTS WITH TOILETING, FEEDING, DRESSING, AND MOBILITY DEVICES WITH SENSITIVITY AND RESPECT
  • ABILITY TO REMAIN CALM AND COMPOSED WHEN ASSISTING STUDENTS EXPERIENCING BEHAVIORAL DIFFICULTIES
  • FAMILIARITY WITH MOBILITY AIDS AND EQUIPMENT TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE AS NEEDED
  • WILLINGNESS TO RECEIVE TRAINING AND FOLLOW GUIDELINES FOR EQUIPMENT OPERATION
  • WILLINGNESS TO LEARN AND ASSIST WITH OCCUPATIONAL AND PHYSIOTHERAPY STRATEGIES AS DIRECTED BY SCHOOL PERSONNEL

Certification

  • Safety in the workplace
  • WHMIS
  • CPR AND FIRST AID
  • Vulnerable Police Record Check

Volunteer Experience

Little Sisters of the Poor Mother of Perpetual Help Home, 2022, Helping with meal preparation, serving food, and assisting residents during mealtimes., Running errands and helping them with shopping tasks., Assisting the residents in laundry services, and gardening activities, such as planting flowers, watering plants, and maintaining garden areas.

References

  • Uchenna Ukonu Uche, 07033897120, Uchewhyte8@gmail.com, St Philomena Catholic Hospital, 23 Dawson Road, Benin City, Edo, Nigeria, Registered Nurse
  • Onyema Emmanuel Mmaduabuchi, 08165119924, onyemaem@gmail.com, Imo State University Owerri, PMB 2000, Owerri, IMO, Nigeria, Lecturer

Relatedexperience

  • Educational Assistance, Mary Sumner Convent Akokwa, 06/01/22, 07/01/24, Provided one-on-one support to students with special needs, assisting them with academic tasks and personal development., Implemented Behavior Management System (BMS) strategies to promote positive behavior and learning outcomes., Collaborated with teachers and other educational staff to create and implement individualized education plans (IEPs)., Assisted in supervising and facilitating classroom activities, ensuring a safe and inclusive learning environment.
  • Class Teacher, St Paul’s Secondary School Enugu, 06/01/19, 12/01/21, Planned and delivered lesson plans aligned with standards and incorporated various teaching methods., Offered after-school tutorial to students who need extra assistance., Took care of pupils with disabilities.
  • Assistant Educator, Command Secondary School, 09/01/16, 02/01/18, Administered homework and exams to help students understand the course material and challenge their thinking., Monitored and communicated student progress., Worked and listened to parents for better attention to each child.

Languages

English
Full Professional

Timeline

Volunteer

St Johns Kitchen
11.2024 - Current

Volunteer

Little Sisters of the Poor Mother of Perpetual Help Home
08.2023 - 03.2024

Educational Assistance

Mary Sumner Convent Akokwa
06.2022 - 07.2024

Class Teacher

St Paul’s Nursery and Day Care Centre
06.2019 - 12.2021

Assistant Educator

Command Child Care Programme
09.2016 - 02.2018

Some College (No Degree) - Early Childhood Care And Education

Conestoga College Institute of Technology And Advanced Learning

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