Danielle Piechota
Lindsay,Canada
Summary
With over 5 years of hands-on experience working with children with diverse special needs, including ASD, epilepsy, Down syndrome, ADHD, ODD, and learning/physical disabilities, I bring a compassionate and skilled approach to every role. I am experience in supporting children who have aged out or been removed from traditional school settings due to behavioral challenges, offering respite care and tailored interventions. Holding a Bachelor of Education, I am passionate about fostering inclusive learning environments and collaborating with families and multidisciplinary teams to ensure the best outcomes for students with special needs.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
Work History
Respite Worker
Your Home Away From Home
01.2020 - Current
- Improved client well-being by providing consistent and compassionate care during respite periods.
- Developed strong rapport with clients and their families, fostering trust and open communication.
- Provided emotional support for clients and their families, helping them cope with the challenges of illness or disability.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment for clients, ensuring their comfort and security during respite care.
Science Teacher/Guidance Counselor (grades 4-11)
Prospero Teaching - St Anne's Catholic High School
08.2022 - 03.2023
- Implemented inquiry-based learning techniques in the classroom, promoting curiosity and active engagement among students.
- Established clear expectations for behavior and academic performance; consistently enforced policies while maintaining fairness and respect toward all students.
- Communicated with students and parents regarding academic progress, assignments, and behavior.
- Created a welcoming environment by promoting inclusivity and celebrating diversity within the school community.
- Supported students through challenging developmental milestones and crisis situations and coordinated outside service referrals for those needing extra assistance.
Wildlife Technician (Reocurring Summer Position)
Pidwa Wilderness Reserve
- Conducted game drives to survey the reserve for herbivores, birds of prey, and predators, recording their species, location, health status, and sex.
- Completed physically demanding labour tasks such as gabion building and cleaning out large waterholes/troughs, regardless of weather conditions.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive wildlife management plans.
- Ensured accurate data reporting by maintaining detailed field records and utilizing advanced tracking software.
Salt Water Fish Technician - Co-op
MOWI
05.2019 - 11.2019
- Fed broodstock in line with precise feeding programs.
Assessed water quality, recommending or implementing necessary corrective action. - Monitored fish behaviour, identifying and reporting abnormalities.
- Assisted in the development and implementation of contingency plans for emergency situations related to natural disasters or disease outbreaks, minimizing potential losses and disruptions to operations.
- Assisted in the collection and analysis of biological samples from fish populations for scientific research purposes.
Senior Student Ambassador
Fleming College - Frost Campus
09.2016 - 05.2019
- Developed strong relationships with prospective students, providing tailored advice on program selection and application processes.
- Trained new Student Ambassadors to effectively represent the university, fostering a sense of unity among team members.
- Organized and facilitated orientation activities for incoming students, easing their transition into college life while promoting academic success.
- Optimized event planning processes by streamlining communication channels between Student Ambassadors and administration staff.
Education
Bachelor of Education - MYA
University of New Brunswick
Fredericton, NB07-2023
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Trent University
Peterborough, ON08-2022
Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Aquaculture
School of Environmental & Natural Resource Science
Lindsay, ON08-2019
Ontario College Diploma - Ecosystem Management
School of Environment & Natural Resource Science
Lindsay, ON04-2018
Ontario College Graduate Certificate - General Arts & Science
School of Environment & Natural Resource Science
Lindsay, ON08-2017
Skills
- Patience and tolerance
- Effective communication skills
- Toileting support
- Emotional support
- Able to work in a collaborative environment
- Compassionate and sensitive caregiving
Timeline
Science Teacher/Guidance Counselor (grades 4-11)
Prospero Teaching - St Anne's Catholic High School
08.2022 - 03.2023
Respite Worker
Your Home Away From Home
01.2020 - Current
Salt Water Fish Technician - Co-op
MOWI
05.2019 - 11.2019
Senior Student Ambassador
Fleming College - Frost Campus
09.2016 - 05.2019
Wildlife Technician (Reocurring Summer Position)
Pidwa Wilderness Reserve
Bachelor of Education - MYA
University of New Brunswick
Bachelor of Science - Biology
Trent University
Ontario College Graduate Certificate - Aquaculture
School of Environmental & Natural Resource Science
Ontario College Diploma - Ecosystem Management
School of Environment & Natural Resource Science
Ontario College Graduate Certificate - General Arts & Science
School of Environment & Natural Resource Science
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